Located just minutes from the city of Chattanooga is an incredible mountain known for its natural beauty and extraordinary experiences. If you ask us, the views of the Chattanooga Valley are reason enough to go, but Lookout Mountain in Tennessee offers something even greater. Visitors to the area can tour the Rock City attraction and see across seven states at the same time. Here’s more about this incredible lookout where you can see 7 states at once:
Lookout Mountain encompasses three exciting attractions for nature-lovers.
While the main attraction is Lookout Mountain, there are other things to do while there as well. If you have all day you will also want to visit Ruby Falls and ride the Incline Railway.
The views from the mountainside are nothing short of exhilarating.
Lookout Mountain, along with Sand Mountain to the southwest, together comprise a large portion of the southern end of the Cumberland Plateau. The summit culminates in a high point just under 3,000 feet above sea level.
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Various bridges and walkways add to the exploration experience.
The seven state flags proudly fly under seven U.S. flags at the site. Visitors are provided with historic and educational details throughout the park, and typically spend hours visiting here.
Lookout Mountain was the site for the Last Battle of the Cherokees during the 1700s. The Battle of Lookout Mountain was fought on Nov. 24, 1863, during the Civil War. Union forces defeated Confederate forces here, and history buffs will enjoy reading about the details of this well known battle.
The mountain's ridge typically soars higher than the occasional fluffy cloud cover.
This photo provides a surreal view of the overlook landscape.
Find Lookout Mountain’s entrance at 1400 Patten Road, only six miles outside of Tennessee’s City of Chattanooga. The attraction is open daily at 8:30 a.m. year-round except for Christmas day. Closing times vary depending on the season and day, so you may want to check the Lookout Mountain schedule before heading that way.
Have you visited this popular Tennessee attraction, and if so, what was the favorite part of your visit? While in Tennessee, you might want to take this epic road trip and see for yourself why so many people have fallen in love with this great state.
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