North Chickamauga Creek Gorge Trailhead (Pocket Wilderness)

Category: Park in Soddy-Daisy, Tennessee

Address: 354 Montlake Rd, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379, USA

Opening hours

Sunday: 9AM–7PM

Monday: 8AM–7PM

Tuesday: 8AM–7PM

Wednesday: 8AM–7PM

Thursday: 8AM–7PM

Friday: 8AM–7PM

Saturday: 9AM–7PM

Reviews

Janequa Stokes

Mar 6, 2022

Overall it was a nice hike, it gets crowded pretty quick. I suggest going early to avoid crowds and to get good parking. 2.7 miles round trip would take 1.5-2 hours to hike there are a lot of good spots off trail so make sure to go exploring if able. Video of hike on my instagram: _eu.terra

Jon Elam

Jan 5, 2022

Great trail easily accessible for all types of walkers or hikers, depends on which side trails you take and how far you want to go. In the summer the creek is low and full of shallow pools. In the winter the creek is full and rapids abound, people even go kayaking. In summer, you can go up to The Blue Hole after crossing the creek about a mile up the trail, then continue on up the other side. Popular place for summer dips in the creek.

Emily Brooks

May 28, 2020

Have been visiting this wonder since I was a kid, grew up right down the road. One of the many gems of Chattanooga’s outdoor offerings. A moderately easy hike to the top yields gorgeous views, and it’s a lovely swim during the summers in the cool mountain water. Since population increase, parking can be nearly impossible on busier days in the summer; also, Please leave without a trace- it has saddened me to see an increase in trash over the years, but I see an improvement. Just look at the photos!

Caleb Massengill

Mar 14, 2020

"North Chick" is a great place to hike, swim, and kayak. The hiking trails range from moderate to intermediate, in my opinion. The trails are marked fairly well and are some of the cleanest in the area. The only factor that keeps my review from being five stars is the parking situation. There is not much parking, there are many potholes to avoid and the lot is often full. Don't let that deter you, though. It's a beautiful piece of nature.

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Questions & Answers

Is swimming allowed?

Donna Scurry | Jul 19, 2020
David Cox | Jul 20, 2020

yes, there are many deep spots which are excellent swimming holes. WARNING: keep in mind the water flow levels on the creek. What was a nice calm spot one day can easily turn into class 3-4 whitewater the next. This creek can be dangerous after a rain event.

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Is fishing allowed???

Becky Atkinson | Sep 22, 2020
Wookie John | Sep 23, 2020

Yes. With a fishing license.

Can you camp overnight here and do you need a permit

Virginia Knapik | Jul 19, 2020
David Cox | Jul 20, 2020

Camping is permitted in designated campsites. You need to register for a permit at http://www.friendsofthecumberlandtrail.org/ Gate to parking area is locked from 7:00 pm to 8:00 am. (unofficially open longer in evenings for longer summer daylight hours)

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Are there bathrooms nearby?

Lauren Sweeney | Apr 20, 2021
David Coffelt | Apr 21, 2021

Plenty of trees and large bolders, just bring tp

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How much money is it to stay a few days

Coopdawg720 | Oct 22, 2020
Coopdawg720 | Oct 23, 2020

Awesome thanks

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Is there a cover price to enter?

Shannon Rodriguez | Aug 23, 2020
Kairo Torres | Aug 24, 2020

Nope, free, free, free

Can you bring dogs

Catherine donnell | Jul 20, 2019
Mike Roeser | Jul 21, 2019

Yes. They must leashed...

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is there any gold in north chickamauga creek?

Harry Woods | Jul 20, 2019
Stevar Namik | Jul 21, 2019

Probably

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