Tennessee Aquarium – Walnut Street Bridge loop from Chattanooga

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Tennessee Aquarium – Walnut Street Bridge loop from Chattanooga

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Tennessee Aquarium – Walnut Street Bridge loop from Chattanooga

02:41

10.0km

120m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 20, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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549 m

Tennessee Aquarium

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The Tennessee Aquarium is a non-profit public aquarium in Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA. It opened in 1992 on the banks of the Tennessee River in downtown Chattanooga and underwent a major …

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677 m

The Passage

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This short but steep climb consists of a series of switchbacks—zigzag curves—that take you from the riverbank to the top of the bluff. The trail is paved and well-maintained, offering …

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1.71 km

View of the Tennessee River and Blue Bridge from Renaissance Park

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With boardwalks, bridges, and endless views of the Tennessee River, Renaissance Park is a popular spot in Chattanooga. The paved greenbelt connects to the park and offers miles of running …

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8.36 km

Walnut Street Bridge

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Built in 1890, the 2,376-foot-long bridge connects downtown with North Chattanooga. The bridge was the first non-military highway bridge over the Tennessee River.

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8.56 km

Walnut Street Bridge

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The Walnut Street Bridge in Chattanooga is a renowned pedestrian bridge, spanning the Tennessee River. As one of the longest pedestrian bridges in the world, it provides a scenic pathway …

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8.97 km

Start of the Zigzag Path

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This short but steep climb consists of a series of switchbacks—zigzag curves—that take you from the riverbank to the top of the bluff. The trail is paved and well-maintained, offering …

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9.26 km

Hunter Museum of American Art

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The Hunter Museum of American Art is spectacularly situated on an 80-foot bluff above the Tennessee River, in the heart of Chattanooga's Bluff View Art District. The museum houses an …

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10.0 km

End point

Bus stop

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