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Point Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 4,336 Google reviews · Running trail in Lookout Mountain, Tennessee · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
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We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of Point Park 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.
Elevated memorial park, featuring Civil War monuments, artillery & exhibits, plus sweeping vistas.
What runners say about Point Park
“Was clean, uncrowded and very reasonably priced as it is run by the national park service.”
“$10 per adult does seem a little high but the views and trails are beautiful and kids love seeing the old war cannons and structures.”
“The main n park is a half mile trail that is accessible and an easy walk.”
This place was incredible, almost magical! It feels like you are walking in a park at the edge of the world. Was clean, uncrowded and very reasonably priced as it is run by the national park service. There is even a museum across the street you can visit as well!
This is an amazing historical stop and should be made by history buffs and sight seekers alike. The views are spectacular. $10 to get in and worth it. National historical park. The museum is small but informative. There are miles of trails but they are pretty steep.
Historic park that you walk through. Many items to see. Cannons, monuments, panoramic views and museums. The only downside to me was that alot of people use this place to walk their dogs. There was more people walking dogs than visiting. Not a fan.
Very pleasant national park to visit. Great views of Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama.... just from different advantage points. Many trails, we'll maintained easy to walk. Also great history unfolded here. Small parking behind thr ranger station.
Trail conditions & character
“$10 per adult does seem a little high but the views and trails are beautiful and kids love seeing the old war cannons and structures.”
“However, word to the wise, if you're not used to the elevation, take your time walking back, as it's a tad harder to catch your breath!”
“You can exit Sunset Point by a shorter, albeit uphill, path that takes you to a small parking.”
Plan your run at Point Park
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.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
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- Phone+1 423-821-7786
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