Reservations (800) 864-7275
Park
(706) 657-4050
Located on the western edge of Lookout Mountain, this is one of the most scenic parks in the state, offering rugged geology and beautiful vistas. The park straddles a deep gorge cut into the mountain by Sitton Gulch Creek, and elevation differs from 800 to 1,980 feet. The most spectacular view into the canyon is found near the picnic area parking lot; however, additional views can be found along the rim trail. Hardy visitors who hike to the bottom of the gorge (including a 600-step staircase) find two waterfalls cascading over layers of sandstone and shale into pools below. (For visitor safety, wading in pools and climbing on waterfalls is not allowed.) Cottages are located near the canyon edge, while the park's walk-in campsites provide exceptional privacy for tents. Outdoor lovers should not miss this park's spectacular scenery.
Park Hours: 7AM-10PM
(Please note: Gates lock at 10 p.m. No late access.)
Office Hours: 8AM-5PM
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Events
Basic Backpacking
Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10 AM
(From Saturday, May 17, 2008 until Sunday, May 18, 2008.)
| Guests 16 and older can join this ranger-led trip to learn basic backpacking skills and equipment requirements. Participants need to provide their own food, water, packs, boots, tents and other necessary equipment... $3 parking. 706-657-4050. |
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Home on the Range: Wilderness Shelters
Friday, Jun 6, 2008 3 PM - 5 PM
Fridays repeats weekly
(Repeats From Friday, Jun 6, 2008 until Friday, Jun 27, 2008.)
| Learn how to build a summer-appropriate shelter out of wilderness materials immediately at hand. This program is 100% hands on, so be prepared to put forth a good effort for a great result. Meet at the interpretive center. Sunscreen and sunglasses recommended. $3 parking. 706-657-4050. |
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Facilities
3,485 Acres
73 Tent, Trailer, RV Campsites ($25)
30 Walk-in Campsites ($12)
11 Backcountry Campsites ($5/person)
16 Cottages ($65-$130)
Cottages #6 and #7 are dog friendly cottages
6 Picnic Shelters ($30)
1 Group Shelter (seats 175, $110)
Pioneer Campground ($40)
Group Lodge (sleeps 40, $175)
Gift Shop
Activities
Hiking - 4.8-mile West Rim and Waterfalls Trail and 2-mile backcountry trail.
Picnicking
Tennis
Disc Golf
Nearby Attractions
Chief Vann House State Historic Site
New Echota State Historic Site (Cherokee capital)
James H. "Sloppy" Floyd State Park
Chickamauga National Battlefield
Lookout Mountain
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Tennessee Aquarium
Rock City
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