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Monday, November 9, 2026Nov 9

Even without snow, winter in Chattanooga is the perfect time to get outdoors

Staff file photo by Matt Hamilton / Education director Jessica Whitehorn walks with Cleveland resident Jackson Tilley, 7, during a winter wildlife walk at Audubon Acres.
Staff file photo by Matt Hamilton / Education director Jessica Whitehorn walks with Cleveland resident Jackson Tilley, 7, during a winter wildlife walk at Audubon Acres. Staff file photo by Matt Hamilton / Education director Jessica Whitehorn walks with Cleveland resident Jackson Tilley, 7, during a winter wildlife walk at Audubon Acres.

When you think of winter wonderlands, Chattanooga probably isn’t the first place that comes to mind. In this neck of the woods, we’re more likely to get a dusting than a blizzard, but a lack of heavy snow doesn’t mean that you can’t still get outside and enjoy the season. We reached out to local outdoor professionals to see what activities they enjoy during the colder months, and we have recommendations of our own for you to try.

Eliot Berz, executive director

Tennessee River Gorge Trust

Favorite outdoor activity for winter: Hiking

Favorite local spot for this activity: Ritchie Hollow Trail (or Edwards Point)