About us
"I chose the road less travelled… Now I don’t know where I am."
"Never follow someone else's path unless you're in the woods and you're lost, and you see a path. By all means, you should follow that." - Ellen Degeneres
"Bring a compass. It's awkward when you have to eat your friends." - Unknown
So maybe we caught your interest?
Quick note then I’ll tell you what we’re about. We’ve never gotten lost or had to look at members as a food source. This is Chattanooga Outdoor Adventures not the Donner Party (some of you will get that).
We enjoys the outdoors in all forms. Events like Hiking, Rafting, Kayaking, and everything else.
But wait there’s more! I sound like a Ginsu knife commercial. Let’s not let any of the Donners have one of those.
We also plan other great activities in and around Chattanooga. Not just hiking. Musical events, food and wine festivals. A concert in a cave, you get the idea
It’s an open group and would love to get everyone involved and plan a lot of different things. Inclusion and fun are key.
Not just hiking, Adventures of all kinds
Upcoming events
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Cherohala Skyway Fall Foliage Hikes - COA
Cherohala Skyway Visitor Center, 225 Cherohala Skyway, Tellico Plains, TN, USCombined hike with Middle Tennessee Hiking Meetup
Cherohala Skyway Fall Foliage Hikes
Sunday, October 25, 9:45AM ET
Meet and combine cars at:
Cherohala Skyway Visitor Center, Tellico Plains, TN
Coords: 35.3671°,-84.2980°The views along Cherohala Skyway are truly world-class. It's been my favorite place and favorite time of the year since moving here 23 years ago. Enjoy!
1st hike: Indian Boundary Lake (boat ramp), 3.1 mile loop, easy
Parking Coordinates: 35.3984°,-84.1104°
https://alltrails.com/trail/us/tennessee/indian-boundary-lake-trailLunch/Snack at Turkey Creek Overlook (bring your own)
35.3662°, -84.1308° (3.4 mile drive from Indian Boundary)
vault toilets available, no running water2nd hike: Whigg Meadow, 3.4 mile out-and-back, easy/moderate
Parking Coordinates: 35.3248°,-84.0327°
https://alltrails.com/trail/us/north-carolina/whigg-meadow-via-mud-gap-trailCarpooling from Chattanooga is highly recommended due to the distance to the Skyway. Details will follow as the date approaches.
The shortest and most scenic route to Cherohala Skyway is Rt. 411 through Benton. Beware of the 40mph Benton speed-trap.
Standard Notice, Disclaimer:
Meetup organizers/leaders are not guides. Expect the same risks and take the same precautions you would take if you were hiking alone. You are solely responsible for you own safety and well-being. By signing up for this and/or attending this Meetup event, you acknowledge, understand, accept, and agree that hiking and other activities can be dangerous and can cause serious bodily injury and possible death. The organizers of this group and current and former members cannot be held responsible or liable in any way for the actions of any participant -including you- at any event. All attendees participate at an event at their own risk and are solely responsible for any damage to their property, and/or any injury to themselves or their guests. By signing up for this event, you affirm that you understand this disclaimer and that you knowingly and voluntarily agree not to bring any type of a claim arising out of or related to this Meetup event against the organizers of this Meetup group.26 attendees
Bingo Night at Feed & Whiskey Wednesday
Feed Table and Tavern, 201 W Main St, Chattanooga, TN 37402, USA, Chattanooga, TN, USSo I guess I have reached the age and it's time.
Bingo night!
We have had some fun with the trivia nights. Why not try this? Plus I can walk there from my apartment.
Here is the Feed write up on their event.
Make it over the hump with B-I-N-G-O hosted by the one and only, Izzy! It’s also Whiskey Wednesday with rotating featured whiskey cocktails. Whiskey not your jam, no worries- it’s also Wine Wednesday! Sip on $4 glasses of house chardonnay, pinot grigio, pinot noir, cabernet, and moscato. Bingo kicks off at 7 PM each week.We get there a little early and secure our spot. Prferably on the patio and then eat, grab a beer and play Bingo.
Special note: Given the fluid nature of attendance and peoples schedules I will not be making a reservation. It is just to hard to do. We will do or best to sit together.
If you have a better idea please implement it, but speak to me first.
Get the Bears Wares at our Merch store
C.O.A Merch store14 attendees
Bald River Trail
Academy Sports + Outdoors, 2220 Hamilton Pl Blvd, Chattanooga, TN 37421, USA, Chattanooga, TN, USOne of my favorite movies is Big Fish. I love this Dialogue
Edward**: Will never told ya?**
Josephine**:** (shakes her head)
Edward**: Aw, probably just as well. He would have told it wrong, anyway. All the facts, none of the flavor.**
Josephine**: Oh, so this is a tall tale?**
Edward**: Well, it's not a short one.**I am big on flavor, but in the interest of brevity another to the point AI Generated writeup. Needs Salt
Caravan Alert! Join us for a beautiful day trip to hike the stunning Bald River Trail! We are taking a scenic drive up to the Bald River Gorge Wilderness in the Cherokee National Forest to hike along one of the absolute best river corridors in Tennessee.
Because parking at the actual trailhead is extremely tight, we are meeting in Chattanooga to carpool/caravan together**.** The full trail is a 9.3-mile out-and-back. Total distance is 9.3 Miles turning around after taking in the gorgeous upstream cascades and deep forest scenery. The path traces an old logging railway bed, providing a wonderful immersive experience next to the rushing river.📍 Meetup & Carpool Details
- Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
- Meeting Time: 8:00 AM (Please arrive on time so we can arrange rides and head out promptly!)
- Meeting Location: Academy Sports Parking Lot (2220 Hamilton Pl Blvd, Chattanooga, TN 37421). Look for the group gathered near the outer edges of the lot.
- Trail Destination: AllTrails - Bald River Trail (~1.5-hour drive from our meetup spot).
🥾 Hike Specs (Group Route)
- Distance: ~9.3 miles total
- Difficulty: Moderate (Features rolling terrain with some rocky or wet sections near the water—trekking poles are highly recommended!)
🎒 What to Bring
- Sturdy hiking shoes or boots with good grip
- Plenty of water, a packed lunch, and snacks to enjoy on the trail
- A dry change of clothes/shoes to leave in the car just in case
Let's hit the road and enjoy some beautiful fall wilderness together! See you at Academy!
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Past events
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