Scenic Overlooks of the Tennessee River Gorge

Описание: Enjoy this video showcasing five of the many scenic overlooks in the Tennessee River Gorge.  

Lawson Rock- Lawson Rock on the Prentice Cooper State Forest is accessible by hiking the Cumberland trail. The nearest access points are the Cumberland Trail crossing at Suck Creek Road and the Cumberland Trailhead on Fire Tower Road. The viewshed contains properties owned by TRGT property, Prentice Cooper, and private landowners.

Snoopers Rock- Snoopers Rock is one of the most popular overlooks of the River Gorge. The rock got its name from the law enforcement officers, also known as revenuers, that would “snoop” on illegal moonshine operations from the vantage point around the prohibition era. The overlook is accessible by foot, bike, or car. Snoopers Rock is located just off Prentice Cooper’s Fire Tower Road and is adjacent to the Cumberland Trail. The viewshed includes TRGT, Prentice Cooper, and private properties.

Laurel Point- Laurel Point, located on the Tennessee Valley Authority’s Raccoon Mountain, looks over the lower section of the Tennessee River Gorge. This area is accessible by foot, bike, or car with a short walk. Visitors can park at the picnic area surrounding the overlook or can utilize the trail system to reach Laurel Point. The point looks over TVA, TRGT, Prentice Cooper, and private properties.

Edwards Point- Edwards Point is one of TRGT’s most recent land acquisitions. This popular overlook on Signal Mountain is accessible by the Cumberland Trail, Rainbow Lake’s trail system, and intersecting spur trails. The viewshed includes TRGT, Prentice Cooper, Town of Signal Mountain, and private properties. To the east is downtown Chattanooga and the heart of the Tennessee River Gorge can be seen to the west.