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Chattanooga Hiking Club Outings
The Chattanooga Hiking Club, in keeping with its stated purpose, tries to provide outings every weekend for persons of different skill levels. Hikes scheduled in the current month and the upcoming month are described in detail. Tentative hikes are simply listed in the Outings Schedule and are still in the planning stages. All of our hikes are led by club members volunteering their time to the cause.
In addition to the weekend formal schedule, there are regular day hikes most every Wednesday closer to Chattanooga so that less driving is involved; and there are sometimes more spontaneous hiking road trips, usually on Thursdays and/or Fridays.
The information below is provided as a guide only. Each hiker assumes the risks associated with hiking in the great outdoors, including the responsibility for paying any bills associated with rescue efforts or medical care. The wise hiker always carries drinking water, food, and first aid items, and wears or carries clothing appropriate for the season. *Always check with the Hike Leader for special considerations like medical conditions and hiking with minors.
Hike Difficulty Rating
Easy(E): 6 miles or less; mostly level ground or only slight incline.
Moderate(M): Distance of 7 - 10 miles with an elevation gain that will generally not exceed 350 feet per mile, with a total elevation gain of no more than 1000 ft.
Moderately Strenuous(MS): This hike could be 7 - 10 miles in length, but include rocky trail conditions, tricky stream crossings or elevation gain of more than 1000 ft. but less than 2000 ft.
Strenuous(S): Any hike that is a distance of 10 to 14 miles or with more than 2000 ft. total elevation gain, but no more than 3000 ft.
Extremely Strenuous(S+): Usually involves distances of more than 14 miles or more than 3000 ft. in elevation gain. There might be very steep/rugged climbs, deep stream crossings, or unmaintained trails.
Pace: Standard pace (SP) is 2 miles per hour; less on steep or rugged terrain. Fast pace (FP) is 2.5 to 3 miles per hour or more and may not vary much regardless of terrain.
Interested in leading a hike?
Want to know more?
Click here to connect with our Coordinator.
For more information and to view the Chattanooga Club Policies and Constitution please click here.
The Chattanooga Hiking Club, in keeping with its stated purpose, tries to provide outings every weekend for persons of different skill levels. Hikes scheduled in the current month and the upcoming month are described in detail. Tentative hikes are simply listed in the Outings Schedule and are still in the planning stages. All of our hikes are led by club members volunteering their time to the cause.
In addition to the weekend formal schedule, there are regular day hikes most every Wednesday closer to Chattanooga so that less driving is involved; and there are sometimes more spontaneous hiking road trips, usually on Thursdays and/or Fridays.
The information below is provided as a guide only. Each hiker assumes the risks associated with hiking in the great outdoors, including the responsibility for paying any bills associated with rescue efforts or medical care. The wise hiker always carries drinking water, food, and first aid items, and wears or carries clothing appropriate for the season. *Always check with the Hike Leader for special considerations like medical conditions and hiking with minors.
Hike Difficulty Rating
Easy(E): 6 miles or less; mostly level ground or only slight incline.
Moderate(M): Distance of 7 - 10 miles with an elevation gain that will generally not exceed 350 feet per mile, with a total elevation gain of no more than 1000 ft.
Moderately Strenuous(MS): This hike could be 7 - 10 miles in length, but include rocky trail conditions, tricky stream crossings or elevation gain of more than 1000 ft. but less than 2000 ft.
Strenuous(S): Any hike that is a distance of 10 to 14 miles or with more than 2000 ft. total elevation gain, but no more than 3000 ft.
Extremely Strenuous(S+): Usually involves distances of more than 14 miles or more than 3000 ft. in elevation gain. There might be very steep/rugged climbs, deep stream crossings, or unmaintained trails.
Pace: Standard pace (SP) is 2 miles per hour; less on steep or rugged terrain. Fast pace (FP) is 2.5 to 3 miles per hour or more and may not vary much regardless of terrain.
Interested in leading a hike?
Want to know more?
Click here to connect with our Coordinator.
For more information and to view the Chattanooga Club Policies and Constitution please click here.
Upcoming Outings
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Register with each Hike Leader individually for each Hike, individually.
Thursday, June 26th
Volunteers Needed: Trail Work at Reflection Riding Arboretum
400 Garden Road Chattanooga, TN 37419
Volunteers Needed for Trail Work at Reflection Riding Arboretum
We were successful earlier this month clearing the initial sections of the trail.
Thank you to all who participated!
Now, we are organizing a follow-up volunteer workday to continue improving
the trails at Reflection Riding Arboretum. Your help is needed to ensure the
trails remain safe, accessible, and enjoyable for all visitors.
Next Trail Workday Details:
Date: Thursday June 26 Time: 9:00 AM / Location: Reflection Riding Arboretum
400 Garden Road Chattanooga, TN 37419 – MEET AT THE NURSERY, not at the
Nature Center.
We will be performing light trail maintenance, including:
• Raking and clearing debris
• Pruning overgrowth
• Soil leveling
• Installing directional blazes
What to Bring and Wear:
• Wear pants, boots, and insect spray
• Bring gloves, pruners, loppers, and/or rake (some tools will be provided)
• Water and snacks
• Sunscreen
Whether you’re a returning volunteer or joining us for the first time, your help makes
a real difference. Invite your friends and family — the more hands, the better!
Contact for Details and Registration:
Randy Medley Email: randymedley@icloud.com Phone: 423-667-0975
Thank you for your support in keeping our trails beautiful and accessible!
Volunteers Needed: Trail Work at Reflection Riding Arboretum
400 Garden Road Chattanooga, TN 37419
Volunteers Needed for Trail Work at Reflection Riding Arboretum
We were successful earlier this month clearing the initial sections of the trail.
Thank you to all who participated!
Now, we are organizing a follow-up volunteer workday to continue improving
the trails at Reflection Riding Arboretum. Your help is needed to ensure the
trails remain safe, accessible, and enjoyable for all visitors.
Next Trail Workday Details:
Date: Thursday June 26 Time: 9:00 AM / Location: Reflection Riding Arboretum
400 Garden Road Chattanooga, TN 37419 – MEET AT THE NURSERY, not at the
Nature Center.
We will be performing light trail maintenance, including:
• Raking and clearing debris
• Pruning overgrowth
• Soil leveling
• Installing directional blazes
What to Bring and Wear:
• Wear pants, boots, and insect spray
• Bring gloves, pruners, loppers, and/or rake (some tools will be provided)
• Water and snacks
• Sunscreen
Whether you’re a returning volunteer or joining us for the first time, your help makes
a real difference. Invite your friends and family — the more hands, the better!
Contact for Details and Registration:
Randy Medley Email: randymedley@icloud.com Phone: 423-667-0975
Thank you for your support in keeping our trails beautiful and accessible!
Wednesday, July 16th
Hike Location: Kayaking to Burgess Falls
Distance: N/A
Elevation Gain: N/A
Hey all - although we are a hiking club there are times in the hot summer we just want to be in or around water. Here's your chance to do just that.
On Wednesday, July 16th we will have a day of kayaking to Burgess Falls. This will be slow paced and beginner friendly.
The only unfortunate thing is this is a small outfitter company with only 13 kayaks - so! Sign ups will be first come first serve and will only be extended to current members. After all slots are taken I will keep a cancellation list.
Here is the link so you can read up on this excursion. Please read up on the rules and cancellation policy before signing up. I have already pre-purchased all 13 spots for this specific date. If for any reason you sign up with me and have to cancel I will do my best to fill your spot with another club member so that you can be refunded your money.
*highlight entire link and click "open"
kayakingadventuresoftennessee.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR0hVbMcbrj91Z6hwReZkdLQUFKVN4WWucQFdNBQLxNjoHpo0URIbVa8xOc_aem_ijPaP2euLHLz-s3IJba50g
*Group size limit -13
*Cost: $65.70 (due at sign up)
*Includes Kayaks, life vests and guided 5-6 hours of no rush time out on the water and playing at the Falls.
*We will bring our own lunch, snacks and drinks (lunch is at the Falls)
Sign up with Novi Morales
Novimorales881@yahoo.com
Hike Location: Kayaking to Burgess Falls
Distance: N/A
Elevation Gain: N/A
Hey all - although we are a hiking club there are times in the hot summer we just want to be in or around water. Here's your chance to do just that.
On Wednesday, July 16th we will have a day of kayaking to Burgess Falls. This will be slow paced and beginner friendly.
The only unfortunate thing is this is a small outfitter company with only 13 kayaks - so! Sign ups will be first come first serve and will only be extended to current members. After all slots are taken I will keep a cancellation list.
Here is the link so you can read up on this excursion. Please read up on the rules and cancellation policy before signing up. I have already pre-purchased all 13 spots for this specific date. If for any reason you sign up with me and have to cancel I will do my best to fill your spot with another club member so that you can be refunded your money.
*highlight entire link and click "open"
kayakingadventuresoftennessee.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR0hVbMcbrj91Z6hwReZkdLQUFKVN4WWucQFdNBQLxNjoHpo0URIbVa8xOc_aem_ijPaP2euLHLz-s3IJba50g
*Group size limit -13
*Cost: $65.70 (due at sign up)
*Includes Kayaks, life vests and guided 5-6 hours of no rush time out on the water and playing at the Falls.
*We will bring our own lunch, snacks and drinks (lunch is at the Falls)
Sign up with Novi Morales
Novimorales881@yahoo.com