Stringer's Ridge

Stringer's Ridge is a 92-acre urban wilderness park in North Chattanooga overlooking the Tennessee River. The result of a citizen based effort to preserve one of the last large natural areas within the City of Chattanooga limits.

Stringers Ridge is a 92-acre urban wilderness park located in the heart of North Chattanooga. The ridge overlooks the North Shore, the Tennessee River, and downtown Chattanooga’s revitalized waterfront. There are 7 miles of multi-use trails for both bikers and pedestrians, with some spur trails designated as foot-traffic only. The trail terrain consists of a well-groomed singletrack with rolling hills and some short steep sections. Some of the trails are beginner-friendly and family oriented, allowing for a leisurely stroll, while other sections are designated for more experienced hikers and bikers. 

Stringer's Ridge main trailhead is located on the north end located on Spears Avenue, which has ample parking, restroom facilities, a bike repair station and a pump track. An outlook structure was added near the top of the ridge to provide a spectacular view of the city.