Alternative routes offer less stress and more scenery.

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Chattanooga has grown into major crossroads for trucks hauling freight inland from East Coast ports all year round. Combined with summer tourists headed to and from the coasts and Great Smoky Mountains, the interstates become a parking lot well past the rush hours for local commuters.

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Thrive has partnered with the Tennessee Infrastructure Alliance to encourage locals to take advantage of some great alternative routes around interstate bottlenecks to save time and reduce stress.

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Plan Your Drive

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Alternative Routes in Greater Chattanooga

Take advantage of some great alternate routes around interstate bottlenecks to save time and reduce stress.

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View the recommended routes to access driving directions and links to maps.

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Scenic Byways in Greater Chattanooga

Avoid traffic, discover the region’s hidden gems, and enjoy the scenery. Whether you're looking for a peaceful drive, historic landmarks, or adventures in nature, these routes will lead you there.

• Lookout Mountain Parkway. Discover panoramic vistas and charming mountain towns along the winding roads of Lookout Mountain Parkway.
• Appalachian Highlands Scenic Byway. Journey through the rugged beauty of northeast Alabama, featuring rolling hills, farmland, and deep canyons.
• Sequatchie Valley Scenic Byway. Cruise through the heart of the Sequatchie Valley, a tranquil stretch framed by soaring ridgelines and lush farmland.
• Ocoee Scenic Byway. Follow the wild and scenic Ocoee River through dramatic gorges and past Olympic whitewater sites on this winding drive.
• Ridge & Valley Scenic Byway. Experience the sweeping landscapes and cultural heritage of northwest Georgia along the Ridge & Valley Scenic Byway.
• Cohutta-Chattahoochee Scenic Byway. Escape into the forested foothills of the Cohutta and Chattahoochee Mountains, where nature greets you at every curve.

Places to Explore

Use this map to explore must-see natural and cultural treasures of the tri-state greater Chattanooga region. With crenellated coves, mountains, plateaus, and beautiful waters, the opportunities for recreation in this region are endless.

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