In 1863, Union and Confederate forces fought for control of Chattanooga - a gateway to the Confederacy. The Confederates were victorious at nearby Chickamauga in September. However, renewed fighting in Chattanooga that November provided Union troops victory and control of the city. After the fighting, a Confederate sol
Yes — your pass gets you in.
Your pass covers the $10 park entrance fee.
- Fee type Entrance fee — The standard per-vehicle park entrance fee. Entrance - Per Person: $10
- HoursAll units of Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park are open during daylight hours, with the following exceptions: Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center and Lookout Mountain Battlefield Visitor Center are cu
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- Last verifiedJuly 6, 2026 · Confirmed
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- Contact 706-866-9241 · chch_information@nps.gov
From I-75, take exit 350 onto Battlefield Parkway (GA HWY 2) and continue to the intersection of Battlefield Parkway and LaFayette Road. Turn left onto LaFayette Road and continue for approximately 1 mile. The visitor center will be on the right. From I-24, take exit 180 onto Rossville Boulevard (US
Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
Yes Does the America the Beautiful pass work at Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park?
Yes — your pass covers the entrance fee here.
Yes Are there hiking trails?
Yes — trails here include Baldwin Trail, Bloody Pond Trail, Blue Beaver, and more. Check length and difficulty before you go.
Yes Can you bike here?
Yes — biking is available at Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park. Confirm which roads or trails allow it.
Depends Can you ride OHVs or ATVs here?
Yes — off-highway vehicle use is among the activities here. Stay on designated routes and check any permit or registration rules.
Depends Do you need a permit to climb?
Rock climbing is available here; some routes or areas may need a permit. Check current climbing regulations first.
Depends Can you bring a dog?
Usually only leashed and in developed areas, campgrounds, and paved paths — not on most trails or in buildings. Pet rules vary by park, so check first.
No Are drones allowed?
No — launching, landing, or operating drones is prohibited on National Park Service land.
Depends What are the hours?
All units of Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park are open during daylight hours, with the following exceptions: Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center and Lookout Mountain Battlefield Visitor Center are cu
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CheckThis Forest Service site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go.
NPS Photo / Mary Dawson National Park Service Russell Cave National Monument
ConfirmedFree entry — there is no entrance fee here, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
