Trail Running in Chattanooga, TN

Raccoon Mountain

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Distance from downtown: 15 minute drive from downtown

This is a great trail for an after-work run at sunset, or for a long early morning weekend run. The raccoon mountain trails are located a short 10-15 minute drive from downtown Chattanooga. It is a mountain top that... view details

Raccoon Mountain

Distance: 15 minute drive from downtown

Guild Hardy Trail

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Distance from downtown: 20 minutes drive from downtown

This loop begins at the civil war attraction Craven's House, where the famous "Battle Above The Clouds" was waged. This loop starts with the Hardy trail, which is on the path of the old railroad. This trail can be... view details

Guild Hardy Trail

Distance: 20 minutes drive from downtown

Stringers Ridge

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Distance from downtown: 2 miles from downtown 2 reviews

The Stringer's Ridge project area is an approximately 100 acre parcel of undeveloped forested land located just north of downtown Chattanooga, Tennessee. Urban nature does not get any more wild yet accessible than... view details

Stringers Ridge

Distance: 2 miles from downtown

Laurel Snow

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Distance from downtown: 45 minute drive from downtown

Laurel-Snow State Natural Area has it all for the outdoor enthusiast. This 2,000+ acre state natural area is the crown jewel of the Cumberland Trail. Imagine beautifully contoured trails following cool, deep coves that... view details

Laurel Snow

Distance: 45 minute drive from downtown

Skyuka Springs Lookout Mountain 7.5 mile loop

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Distance from downtown: 15 minutes drive from downtown 2 reviews

My favorite place to go trail running in Chattanooga--which is a strong statement, because Chattanooga is a trail running mecca-- is the Kiddie Trailhead at Skyuka Springs on Lookout Mountain. Park on the road at... view details

Skyuka Springs Lookout Mountain 7.5 mile loop

Distance: 15 minutes drive from downtown

Enterprise South

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Distance from downtown: 20 minute drive from downtown

Enterprise South offers locals with a new reason to get off the asphalt. The newly laid trails are in excellent condition, and this is a great place to get a good training run before or after work. Enterprise South... view details

Enterprise South

Distance: 20 minute drive from downtown

Point Park Loop

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Distance from downtown: 20 minute drive from downtown

Fantastic overlook of beautiful Chattanooga! Park in the upper parking lot of Craven's House. You will access the trail by the back of the parking lot. There are two trail head options here and both have signs.... view details

Point Park Loop

Distance: 20 minute drive from downtown

Cravens House

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Distance from downtown: 20 minutes drive from downtown

There are several trail options available from Cravens House, an old Civil War house, located on Lookout Mountain. If you are new to the area, I would recommend out and back's until you are familiar with the area and... view details

Cravens House

Distance: 20 minutes drive from downtown

Foster Falls and Fiery Gizzard

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Distance from downtown: 45 minutes from downtown 1 review

If you are looking for a solid 13 miles, the Fiery Gizzard Trail will not disappoint. The trail is beautiful. Pictures really don't do justice to what you see in person out there. The Tracy City side has magnificent... view details

Foster Falls and Fiery Gizzard

Distance: 45 minutes from downtown

Mullens Cove

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Distance from downtown: 30 minute drive from downtown 1 review

This loop offers breathtaking views of the Tennessee River Gorge, also known as the Grand Canyon of the Tennessee. Limestone bluffs and cascading streams compliment the rolling mountains, and the promontory of Snoopers... view details

Mullens Cove

Distance: 30 minute drive from downtown

Pot Point

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Distance from downtown: 30 minutes from downtown

Chattanooga has tons of trails for running, and everyone has a favorite, but what I am about to share is the Holy Grail of trail Running. Why Pots Point Loop is not the most visited trail is a mystery, but good... view details

Pot Point

Distance: 30 minutes from downtown

Skyuka Springs Lookout Mountain 9 mile Loop

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Distance from downtown: 15 minute drive from downtown

My favorite place to go trail running in Chattanooga is the Kiddie Trailhead at Skyuka Springs on Lookout Mountain. Chattanooga is a mecca for trail running, and this trail is a gem. Park on the road at the intersection... view details

Skyuka Springs Lookout Mountain 9 mile Loop

Distance: 15 minute drive from downtown

Mabbit Springs

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Distance from downtown: 20 minute drive from downtown 1 review

My favorite trail to run in Chattanooga--which is a strong statement, since Chattanooga is a trail runner's dream-- is the Mabbit Springs trail. It boasts a view of the largest waterfall in our surrounding... view details

Mabbit Springs

Distance: 20 minute drive from downtown

Chattanooga Arboretum and Nature Center

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Distance from downtown: 15 minutes from downtown

The Chattanooga Arboretum and Nature Center is so unique because it has so much to offer and is so close to downtown. A day at the Arboretum and Nature Center can include hiking, bird watching, tree house visits,... view details

Chattanooga Arboretum and Nature Center

Distance: 15 minutes from downtown

Rock/Creek Upchuck 50K Course

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Distance from downtown: 35 minutes from downtown

The Upchuck 50K is a wilderness trail run/race on the Cumberland Trail just outside of Chattanooga based on the experience of 2 local runners. The guys were on a weekend training run and stopped at a... view details

Rock/Creek Upchuck 50K Course

Distance: 35 minutes from downtown

Big Daddy Loop on the Bluff Trail

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Distance from downtown: 10-15 minute drive from downtown 2 reviews

The trails at Sunset Park, in particular the Bluff Trail, offer some of the most scenic views in the Chattanooga area. Runners and hikers will enjoy the fantastic vistas of the valley's rolling hills and Sand and... view details

Big Daddy Loop on the Bluff Trail

Distance: 10-15 minute drive from downtown