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About TN Riverwalk at the Dam

TN Riverwalk at the Dam is a paved riverside path in Chattanooga praised for its scenic dam and river views, wildlife, and well-kept amenities including clean restrooms, fishing piers, and playgrounds. Reviewers enjoy it for walking, running, and casual biking and note ample parking with a greenway connection downtown. Main downsides are occasional closures from construction or high water and some pedestrian-cyclist congestion; no reviews mention dogs or road traffic.

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Location
Tennessee Riverwalk, Chattanooga, TN 37406
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Type
Park
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Surface
Paved unspecified (not mentioned)
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Website

Visit website β†’

At a Glance

⭐ 4.7 (262 reviews)⛰️ Not mentionedNot mentionedπŸ‘₯ Quiet crowds🚴 Mostly MixedπŸ• Not mentioned✨ Picnics✨ Hiking✨ Picnic tables✨ Public restroom✨ Good for kids✨ Kid-friendly hikes✨ Free parking lot✨ Dogs allowed

Trail Score

4.5Overall
out of 10
Ride quality4.4/10
Scenery4.8/10
Maintenance4.5/10
Safety4/10
Amenities4.6/10

Why Riders Choose TN Riverwalk at the Dam

The top themes reviewers mention most.

  • scenic river and dam views8 mentions
  • well maintained and clean4 mentions
  • clean restrooms along the route4 mentions
  • good for walking, running and biking5 mentions
  • good for fishing and picnicking6 mentions

Trail Conditions

⚠️ Surface condition: Not mentioned

⛰️ Perceived difficulty: Not mentioned

Crowds & Best Times to Go

πŸ‘₯ Quiet crowding

Who Uses This Trail

35%
40%
25%
Cyclists 35%Walkers 40%Runners 25%

Scenery & Views

Scenery rating4.8/10
πŸŒ„ RiverπŸŒ„ Park

Highlights: dam views, river views, wildlife such as birds, fish and turtles, natural beauty, photo spot

Safety & Upkeep

Safety feel4.5/10
Maintenance4.5/10

πŸ›‘οΈ not mentioned

βœ“ Well maintainedβœ“ Cleanβœ“ Well groomed
⚠️ Closed sections⚠️ Flooding

Parking & Amenities

πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking: Ample β€” fills by not mentioned🚻 Restrooms: Not mentioned β€” clean

Dogs on the Trail

πŸ• Not mentioned

Trail Etiquette & Community

Rider courtesy10/10
😊 Announces passing
⚠️ Walks abreast⚠️ Headphones

Who It's Best For

Great for

πŸ‘ WalkersπŸ‘ RunnersπŸ‘ Casual ridersπŸ‘ Families with kidsπŸ‘ Scenic ridesπŸ‘ Quiet ridesπŸ‘ Commuters

Less ideal for

πŸ‘Ž Road trainingπŸ‘Ž Speed focused cyclists

What Could Be Better

  • trail closures from construction and high water2
  • pedestrian-cyclist path conflicts1

What Riders Say

"The walkway, playgrounds, restrooms, and parks along the route are very well kept and clean."

"End of trail under construction till spring, they didn't give you a detour, which would have been nice"

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers based on what riders say in their reviews.

Is the TN Riverwalk at the Dam paved?

Yes. Reviewers describe it as a paved walkway and note it is entirely paved.

Are there restrooms along the trail?

Yes, multiple reviewers mention restrooms and clean bathrooms along the route.

Is parking easy to find?

One reviewer describes loads of parking and recommends parking here to take the greenway downtown.

Is the trail good for biking?

Yes, riders bike on the paved path, but one cyclist reported a collision after pedestrians did not hear his bell, so expect pedestrian congestion in places.

What can you see along the trail?

Reviewers highlight river and dam views along with wildlife such as birds, fish and turtles.

Is the trail ever closed?

Yes, reviewers mention the end of the trail being under construction and closures after heavy rain or high water.

Are dogs allowed on the trail?

No reviews mention dogs or a dog policy, so this is not confirmed by the available reviews.

Access Hours

Monday 6β€―AM–9β€―PM
Tuesday 6β€―AM–9β€―PM
Wednesday 6β€―AM–9β€―PM
Thursday 6β€―AM–9β€―PM
Friday 6β€―AM–9β€―PM
Saturday 6β€―AM–9β€―PM
Sunday 6β€―AM–9β€―PM

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