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Brainerd Levee Trailhead
4.5 ★★★★★ 15 Google reviews · Running trail in Chattanooga, Tennessee · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of Brainerd Levee Trailhead yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. 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.
What runners say about Brainerd Levee Trailhead
“Beautiful walking trail on top of the flood control levee.”
Beautiful walking trail on top of the flood control levee. Construction of the levee was to reduce flooding, but it created an unexpected added benefit of creating a marvelous upland wetland area that is wonderful for birds and wildlife!
It was my first time to try this trail. It was fun and easy, very clear of trees or other obstacles. The only thing I did not like was not having any shade for a long time. Other than that it was very fun.
This place was a beautiful morning hike it's the perfect experience well maintained spacious enough to have a courteous greeting as you pass are there walkers and hikers and bikers but still enough space for you to walk comfortably and feel safe
Beautiful scenery! Peaceful! I thoroughly enjoyed my run along this stretch of trail. I was compelled to just keep going to see more of it.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful walking trail on top of the flood control levee.”
Plan your run at Brainerd Levee Trailhead
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- 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.
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