Tennessee Riverpark Wheland Foundry Trailhead

The Tennessee Riverpark is a 13-mile paved, urban greenway that stretches along the southern banks of the Tennessee River in Chattanooga. The park connects downtown Chattanooga to Chickamauga Dam, 8 miles to the east, and to the Historic St. Elmo neighborhood 4 miles to the south.

Open to cyclists, runners, skaters and walkers, the popularly named "Riverwalk" links neighborhoods and business districts within Chattanooga and Hamilton County. The concrete path system offers scenic views of the river and surrounding landscapes, making it a popular spot for outdoor recreation and nature appreciation.

The Riverpark can be accessed from various parking areas and trailheads from Chickamauga Dam to St. Elmo. Along its length, visitors will find fishing piers, boat ramps, picnic areas, playgrounds, and restroom facilities. The path is dotted with public art installations and interpretive signs that provide information about the area's history and ecology.

The park connects to other local attractions and green spaces, including the South Chickamauga Creek Greenway, which adds an additional 3 miles of trail extending to Sterchi Farm Park. The Tennessee Riverpark serves as both a recreational amenity for residents and a draw for tourists visiting Chattanooga.