Local Spotlight: Enterprise South Nature Park

We know y'all are always on the hunt for new territory to walk and run. One of our staff's favorite locations is Enterprise South Nature Park! Located off the Volkswagen Drive exit on I-75, the park consists of 2800 acres of natural forests, with miles of trails, picnic areas, water features, and overlooks. About a 20-25 minute drive from downtown Cleveland, Enterprise is only about 10-15 minutes beyond Johnston Woods.

The trails are popular with bikers, runners, and walkers. There are varying levels of trail difficulty: if you're looking for a leisurely walk, a comfortable training run, or a hilly workout, you can find the right route at Enterprise. Trail names, distances, and intensity are well marked and color-coded on maps at the trailheads and along the trails.

I especially appreciate the sections of mulched trail, which can provide some much-needed soft surface after long miles on the pavement. If I'm doing more than 4-6 miles, the extra driving time down to Enterprise is well worth it. Even though the trails are well-used, I often enjoy long stretches of quiet and solitude while out on the system. The trails are open from 7am to sundown, meaning that, especially in the summer, they can accommodate most schedules. Oh, and there are restrooms!

The land originally belonged to the United States Army, who used the area for ammunitions production. TNT storage facilities are scattered throughout (don't worry, they're no longer in use!). They can be helpful checkpoints along your run. The park itself has been open since 2010, serving both the Cleveland and Chattanooga communities. We hope to see you out there!

8015 Volkswagen Dr., Chattanooga, TN 37421

https://parks.hamiltontn.gov/148/Enterprise-South-Nature-Park