John C. Wilson Park

2010 Cummings Hwy, Chattanooga, TN 37419

Established in 2006 to preserve the Cummings Highway entryway to Lookout Mountain, John C. Wilson park was ultimately named after the first leader of LMC.

Thanks to the support of people like you, John C. Wilson Park was established in 2006, replacing a water park that was destined to become a junk car lot. Located on Cummings Highway at the north end of Lookout Mountain, this public wayside park is within the Chattanooga city limits, just a short drive from downtown.

Approximately three miles of walking, hiking and biking trails leading to the Guild-Hardy Trail.
The John C. Wilson park trails are considered easy to moderately easy hiking. They are not wheelchair accessible at this time.
A beautiful overlook with benches where you can enjoy sunsets of the valley or watch soaring birds overhead.
Lovely spring wildflowers, soft summer breezes, and crisp winter views looking down the mountain towards Moccasin Bend and the Tennessee River.
A parking lot for your car or bike.
Sheltered tables for picnics.

John C. Wilson Park

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