Making the Outdoors a Welcome Home for All
Established in 2004, Outdoor Chattanooga is a unique division with the City of Chattanooga’s Department of Parks and Outdoors with a long standing history of bringing you access to the outdoors. Our whole mission is to spark a contagious love of the outdoors through adventure and action sports, nature exploration, and community partnerships. We hope that you will think of the beauty of our surrounding nature whenever you think of Chattanooga. From waterfalls to worldclass climbing, white water and mountain biking, Chattanooga is a special place and we hope you’ll explore, protect, and honor it with us!
Check out any of our programs, events, and workshops to learn more about what we do. See you on the trail!
Rapid Learning: Intro to Whitewater Kayaking Roll Clinic and More
The Rapid Learning program provides comprehensive whitewater kayak instruction, including all the necessary equipment, specifically designed for beginning and novice kayakers. Our goal is to teach you how to paddle […]
Beginner Fly Fishing Night with Trout Unlimited-FREE
Discover the Art of Fly Fishing — A Hands-On Workshop for BeginnersJoin Trout Unlimited for a free evening workshop designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of fly fishing. Whether […]
National Bike to Work Day at Miller Park!
Join us on Thursday, May 16th, at Miller Park for National Bike to Work Day, a celebration of cycling, sustainability, and community spirit in the heart of downtown Chattanooga. Whether […]
Paddle Smart-Intro to Paddle Sports Clinic.
Have you recently purchased your own kayak/canoe/SUP, but lack the confidence to get out and explore Chattanooga’s scenic waterways on your own? BYOB (Bring Your Own Boat) and join Outdoor […]
Youth Bike Regatta at Renaissance Park (12U) FREE
The Youth Bicycle Regatta in Renaissance Park is a family-friendly event which aims to provide an engaging way for young riders ages 12 and under to participate bicycle related challenges, […]