Just for Teens in Chattanooga

Family vacations can sometimes be tricky when you’re a teen and you have younger siblings. Chattanooga offers plenty of thrilling adventures just for you. Mix it up a little with some great activities like kayaking, rock climbing, rappelling and maybe even hang gliding at 2,000 feet in the air. Now that’s something you can brag to your friends about!

Tree-Top Obstacle Courses and Ziplines

NEW IN 2011 - Ruby Falls Zipstream Aerial Adventure: an adventure above the rest” with never-before-seen views of the Scenic City from the tree tops at Ruby Falls. The challenge is made up of suspended obstacle courses built in trees that include ladders, nets, walkways, bridges, tunnels and zip lines. There is a demonstration area, beginner’s course and intermediate course available. It takes about an hour to an hour and a half to complete both courses. www.rubyfalls.com/zip
NEW IN 2011 - Ocoee Zipz: Over a mile of zipline fun will get your adrenaline pumping from start to finish. Fly through the trees along the Ocoee River where you can see beavers, raccoons, deer and more. Kids from 5 years to 105 years can enjoy this zipline adventure. www.ocoeezipz.com

Bowling, Balladium, Go Carts, Lazer Tag, Mini Golf & More

NEW IN 2011 - Pin Strikes Entertainment Center (indoor): Bowling, balladium, laser tag, bumper cars, video arcade and restaurant. Special packages available.
HOURS: Sun-Mon, 10 am-Midnight; Tues-Thurs, 11 am-11pm; Fri-Sat, 10 am-2 am.
423-710-3530 / www.pinstrikes1.com
Sir Goony’s Family Fun Center (indoor & outdoor): Miniature golf, go-kart tracks, batting cages, bumper boats, laser tag, arcade room & paintball.
HOURS: Mon-Thurs, 2-8 pm; Fri-Sat, Noon-10 pm; Sun, Noon-8 pm. Weather permitting, some attractions not open all days.
423-892-5922 / www.sirgoonys.com

Paintball

Insane Paintball (largest indoor/outdoor playing facility in country)
HOURS: Fri, 5-10 pm; Sat, 11 am-7 pm; Sun, Noon-5 pm (Mon-Thurs, private groups by reservation)
423-624-2121 / www.insanepaint.com

Rock Climbing (Indoor & Outdoor)

The Walnut Wall in Coolidge Park (downtown/under Walnut Street Bridge)
HOURS: April-Labor Day, Sat, 1-9 pm & Sun, 2-7 pm
423-266-5709 / www.theadventureguild.com/walnutwall.htm
Urban Rocks Gym (indoor facility)
HOURS: Mon/Wed/Fri, 2-10 pm; Tues/Thurs, Noon-10 pm; Sat/Sun, 10 am-8 pm
423-475-6578 / www.urbanrocksgym.com
Tennessee Bouldering Authority Gym (indoor facility)
HOURS: Mon-Fri, 4-10 pm; Sat, Noon-8 pm; Sun, 1-6 pm (ONLY if raining)
423-822-6800 / www.tbagym.com

Skatepark (Downtown)

Chatt Skatepark
HOURS: Mon & Wed, 4-8 pm; Tues & Thurs & Fri, 4-10 pm; Sat, Noon-10 pm; Sun, Noon-8 pm
423-757-2076 / www.chattanooga.gov/PRAC/30_1088.htm

Hanggliding

Lookout Mountain Flight Park (weather permitting)
HOURS: Vary depending on weather
800-688-5637 or 706-398-3541 / www.hanglide.com/

Kayaking/Canoeing

Tennessee River Blueway: Downtown section. Put in at Renaissance Park, Coolidge Park or the Ross’ Landing boat launch.
South Chickamauga Creek: 5 miles from downtown. Put in at the Tennessee Riverpark.
Chickamauga Lake: 9 miles from downtown; Put in at TVA/Chickamauga.

Mountain Biking

Lookout Mountain’s Guild Trail: 5 miles from downtown; easy trail with gentle grades up the mountain
Camp Jordan/Brainerd Levee: 10 miles from downtown; easy 5.5 mile trail along South Chickamauga Creek
Harrison Bay State Park: 12 miles from downtown; easy 4.5-mile single-track loop suitable for beginners and family
TVA Raccoon Mountain: 9 miles from downtown; 16 miles of trails, beginner to expert

Recreational and Road Cycling

The Tennessee Riverpark: 13 continuous miles along the Tennessee River, all paved and landscaped, scattered with parks, green spaces and attractions starts downtown and runs to Chickamauga Dam (includes the Walnut Street Bridge), suitable for anyone
Downtown Bicycle Paths: 25 miles of designated bike paths through downtown Chattanooga, the North Shore, and St. Elmo. Ride the Incline to the top of Lookout Mountain and ride some more
NEW IN 2011 - Enterprise South Nature Park: 2,800-acre park is located adjacent to the new Volkswagen site, 20 minutes from downtown; features 4.5 miles of walking/hiking trails; 10 miles of mountain bike trails; 5 miles of paved walking and bike roads; 7-mile driving loop; 1-mile ADA accessible woodland trail; 3 historical exhibits; and 4 picnic areas. The park is free and open to the public. Detailed map available online. Park includes a Visitors Center for information. www.hamiltontn.gov/esnp

Downtown Bicycle Rentals

River City Bicycles	423-265-7176
Chattanooga Trek Store	423-648-2100
Chattanooga Electric Bikes	423-475-6569