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Hiking to Edwards Point: Chattanooga's Premier Day Hike on the Cumberland Trail

When friends ask for the best hiking spots in Chattanooga, I always recommend Edwards Point. This standout trail offers an ideal introduction to the Scenic City's outdoors, whether you're visiting, relocating, or rediscovering nature. The 2.9-mile hike from Signal Point along the Cumberland Trail delivers breathtaking vistas of the Tennessee River Gorge, Middle Creek Gorge, and Chattanooga Valley. You'll navigate rock gardens, cross bridges, and follow lush, white-blazed paths, making the full 5.8-mile out-and-back an unforgettable adventure.

Key highlights include the dramatic Julia Falls Overlook, where the Tennessee River Gorge unfolds majestically. Spot the towering buttresses of Edwards Point and the 95-foot Julia Falls across the gorge.

  • Before heading out, consult the Cumberland Trail website for updates. Stick to marked paths and supervise children near steep cliffs and slopes.
  • Share your hike with #RootsRated.
  • Follow Leave No Trace principles to preserve our natural spaces.

Written by: Jake Wheeler

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