Recreational Activities 
on the
 Scenic Lookout Mountain Parkway
Named by Readers Digest as one of America's Scenic Drives

Alabama

Cloudmont Ski Resort - Snow Ski at America's southernmost ski resort. Great place for beginners and intermediate skiiers and a wonderful place to hone up on those skiing skills. Located on County Road #614, just off the Lookout Mountain Parkway.  P.O. Box 435, Mentone, Alabama 35984. 256-634-4344  Email

Saddle Rock Golf Course - Part of the one thousand acre Cloudmont Resort Complex.  The course is open seven days a week, year round.  Play is on nine holes from 18 tees and the first tee is uniquely lofted above a fairway on a 30 foot rock.  Our par 63 executive course offers a challenge for the amateur or professional with water hazards and sand traps. 256-634-4344  Email

Sequoyah Caverns - The property is nestled in Will's Valley surrounded by rolling hills and pastureland.  Fallow deer and peacock roam the pastures, with the cave extending into the base of Sand Mountain. Known for it's reflecting pools, this cave is named for the Cherokee Indian Chief Sequoyah. Guided tours of the cave are available with special group rates.  Looking for a more adventurous tour? Try a wild cave tour, rock climbing or rappelling! Located off Highway 11 in Valley Head, Alabama. 256-635-0024  Email

Shady Grove Dude Ranch-  Guided mountain (hourly) trail rides, hourly rates or combination packages with a meal cooked out on the trail. Hay rides and more! Bunk in the "Roundup" or one of our rustic cabins. Located in Mentone, Alabama, just off County Road 165. 256-634-4344 Email

True Adventure Sports - Your enthusiastic guides to outdoor activities on Lookout Mountain and Fort Payne. We provide outdoor gear, rock climbing, rappelling, camping, canoes, kayaks, shoes, clothing, snacks, guided trips, lessons & team building. We also now have scooters for rent to travel around the Lookout Mountain attractions. Weather info and tourist info. 13102 Alabama Hwy. 176, Fort Payne. 256-997-9577 Email

Georgia

Lookout Mountain Hang Gliding - This is the world's largest hang gliding resort and training center. Five times more certified mountain hang glider pilots are trained here than the next largest school in the USA.  They cater to the flying needs of folks from one flight with an instructor at your side, to multi-day lessons to have you fully trained up to expert skills.  Open Thursday thru Monday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Located at 7201 Scenic Hwy. in Rising Fawn, Georgia. Call for reservations at 703-398-3541 or 877-426-4543.

Valley View Ranch Equestrian Camp for Girls - Since 1954, the purpose of Valley view Ranch has been to help each rancher have the full opportunity of horsemanship through instruction, time in the saddle on trails, and the care and responsibility of having her own horse, all a'top beautiful Lookout Mountain.  We offer several riding programs and encourage each camper to participate in all of them:  English and Hunt Seat; Western Stock Seat and Barrels (Gymkhana); and Vaulting.  Each girl can spend as much time as she likes with her favorite horse during her stay.  Located at 606 Valley View Ranch Road in Cloudland, Georgia. 706-862-2231 Email

Rock City - Located atop Lookout Mountain, just 6 miles from downtown Chattanooga, Rock City is a true marvel of nature featuring massive ancient rock formations, gardens with over 400 native plant species, and breathtaking "See 7 States" panoramic views. Take an unforgettable journey along the Enchanted Trail where each step reveals natural beauty and wonders along the woodland path. Experience the magic of Fairyland Caverns and Mother Goose Village, visit one of our regional gift shops and dine at the Big Rock Grill or in the new Rock City Pavilion.  Rock City is splendid year-round; “Each season there's a new reason to visit!”  800-854-0675

Battles for Chattanooga Electric Map & Museum - Spectacular three-dimensional electronic battle map presentation of Chattanooga's Civil War history features 5,000 miniature soldiers, 650 lights, sound effects and exceptional details of the major battles which were fought here in November of 1863. 423-821-2812

Lookout Mountain Incline Railway - Referred to as "America's Most Amazing Mile", the trolley-style railcars climb a breattaking 72.7% grade fo the track near the tip, giving the Incline Railway the unique distinction of being the steepest passenger railway in the world.  Designated as both a National Historic Site and National Historic Mechanical Engineering Landmark. 423-821-4224

Ruby Falls - discover a world of wonder at Ruby Falls!  Guided tour to sparkling 145' natural underground waterfall.  Fascinating cavern with unique formations and paved level walk way.  Panoramic view from Lookout Mountain Tower. 423-821-2544