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Audubon Acres
4.5 ★★★★★ 501 Google reviews · Running trail in Chattanooga, Tennessee · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Audubon Acres' own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Tranquil park along a creek featuring wooded trails, seasonal wildflowers & tube & canoe rentals.
What runners say about Audubon Acres
“Seems every time I visit Audubon Acres, it's always more beautiful than the time before and can't wait to go back.”
“The trails are well marked and maintained plus they offer trail maps at the rustic and friendly welcome center which has a wealth of nature information.”
“The beauty is astounding and serene, but I also couldn't help but think of the weary souls who had been forced to walk along this creek.”
“It was an easy walk and good well kept paths.”
Audubon Acres is a must to see and experience. It is on the Trail of Tears so it felt like sacred ground to me. The beauty is astounding and serene, but I also couldn't help but think of the weary souls who had been forced to walk along this creek. I honored their memory as I hiked through the woods.
I've lived here for many years and this was my first visit. It is now my new favorite place to spend time in nature. The woods and the water, the trails, gathering areas are all very beautiful. What I love so much is that once on the trails it feels like I am deep in a forest even though they're less than a mile.
The grounds are just beautiful, and we loved the walking trails and the suspension bridge. There are little exhibits to see as well. The day we went there was an American Indian event going on. I highly recommend Audubon Acres if you love nature and walking trails. Very tranquil and peaceful.
Nice visitor center with museum and gift shop. Friendly knowledgeable volunteers. Beautiful scenic trails with abundant plants and wildlife.
Trail conditions & character
“Seems every time I visit Audubon Acres, it's always more beautiful than the time before and can't wait to go back.”
“The beauty is astounding and serene, but I also couldn't help but think of the weary souls who had been forced to walk along this creek.”
“There’s plenty of parking and it’s easy to drive to.”
“The trails are well marked and maintained plus they offer trail maps at the rustic and friendly welcome center which has a wealth of nature information.”
Plan your run at Audubon Acres
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitechattanoogaaudubon.org
- Phone(423) 892-1499
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
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