Very cool, lots of outdoorsy stuff to do. Watching the kayakers navigate the rapids from the twisty road above...
Along Lake Ocoee and the Ocoee River, this drive is amazing! Tennessee scenery at its finest. Lots of places to stop and lots to see on both sides of the road. Mountains on one side, river on the other. Waterfalls, boulders, hiking trails, and awesome rocks for skipping. I'm definitely coming back in the fall to see the leaves change color. I highly recommend Cherokee National Forest!
took a road trip threw the national forest while there to white water raft the Ocoee... great overlook points with beautiful views... would like to go back & camp there sometime :)
Went to the Hatchery and the ranger there was amazing. Very friendly and answered any and all questions. Loved her!!!
Regular visitor to the Cherokee National Forest for almost 60 years and still discover new things to do and places to visit. We are fortunate to live so close. Just to many experiences to describe in a few words, but some of our favorite getaways are located in or adjacent to this forest.
My only complaint is not staying longer! Great beautiful trip! Not crowded! The few folks we did run into were very friendly! Just clean, quiet, and gorgeous views as far as the eye can see!
This forest park is such a beautiful place that we moved just outside of it. Within the park lies the Ocoee river which was made famous by it's use in the world olympics. In season, rafting draws people from both near and far to this river that boasts of it's class 4 & 5 rapids. The river flows into the large lake Ocoee which is surounded by tree covered mountains; one of the most beautiful and peaceful places you could ever visit. Cabins are available for rent in different sizes.We actually had a family reunion in one of them. It was perfect. On the north side of the lake is Big Frog mountain. The view from it's top is so far reaching that it was used as a lookout point in the civil war. There is a large camping site at it's peak that can accommodate RV's and campers with all the expected facilities. There is a smaller lake here where you can both fish or swim at a beach that is perfect for swimmers of all ages. A two mile hike will take you to a waterfall that you will want to see. Go in a group, there have been bear sightings. Within ten miles from the forest you can go glidlng and zipline riding. Bring extra money to do these things. It's not cheap. One hour north of Cherokee Forst is Bald River Falls as seen in the photo below. Cherokee is about 30 miles northeast of Chattanooga. It has a world class aquarium, riverfront park, riverboat rides, numerous theatres and restaurants. We've used this area as our vacation destination for many years and still find it pleasurable.
For those who love the outdoors, this is your place. Hiking, biking, whitewater rafting, zip lining,boating,etc. you can even visit the kayaking spot of the 1996 Olympics.
I am a local to the Cherokee National Forest and I would not want to live anywhere else! The forest truly is God's Country with the best of outdoors activities. We have festivals and whitewater and hiking and hunting and fishing and any little outdoor thing you could think of. gem hunting, scuba diving, heritage festivals, sight seeing, site seeing, there is hardly a place that wouldn't afford a fantastic picnic. Joy riding is the best along the Cherohala Skyway, Old Copper Road, and The Tail of the Dragon. Come visit the forest . . .
This is a great place to enjoy nature and history! lots of sights and attractions. We have been enjoying the beauty for many many years. Great for children!!!