Karina L.

Point Park was well worth the trip. For only $10 per person you get stunning views and lots of historical information. If you explore you will find a mini museum.

Maddie H.

This park has a national park service fee to enter, but it is worth it for the view and the whole experience. There are multiple spots of historic significance and a small museum on site. There were lots of places to enjoy the scenery and I'm very glad that we stopped here. The hiking can be a bit up-and-down so if you're intending to do lots of walking, would recommend wearing some sturdy shoes.

William D.

Without a doubt the best $10 I've ever spent. The views literally gave me goosebumps and I found out what breathtaking means. The Ochs Museum is worth the visit too with the views and info there. There are a lot of rock steps down to get to that museum.

Maximus C.

I forgot to write this review a couple months ago but I will write about this now so.... I'm going to start with saying I'm a Huge history Nerd and I was thrilled to Go to lookout mountain and experience History in person but I will start off with say that the park has a enter fee of 5-10$ I think but wants you go in I recommend to take the Right path and follow it to the canons that overlook Chattanooga (1st picture) and then go down the path to The indoor museum and take a view of the Showcases and learn some history but then go up the stairs to a nice Nature walk and reach your way to the West Part Of Lookout Point and visit the memorial of the Solders and get a view of the West side of Chattanooga (3rd picture) and just enjoy the rest of the park. But in short I highly recommend this place to anyone interested in America Civil War History 10/10.

Reba K.

Take in a bit of Civil War history on top of Lookout Mountain at Point Park! Point Park's 16 acres provides overlooks, monuments, and cannon positions interpreting the Battle of Lookout Mountain as well as the other Battles for Chattanooga. Why did President Lincoln and the Union Army fight to capture Chattanooga. The answer awaits your visit!! Your National Park Pass will cover the admission charge. Take a coat. Pretty brisk. And, enjoy!! I was amazed driving up Lookout Mountain, there were private residences along the way and to the summit and Point Park. The view is fantastic!!

Michelle N.

It's almost July, so I was hesitant when the Husband wanted to go, but we had a great time. The is a small free parking lot. We circled 3 times to get in that. Paid parking around it. There are clean public restrooms. There is a $10 per person charge to enter, and it did not disappoint. Interesting Civil War relics are there but the views are stellar and you can really pick your own level of physical effort needed. There is a paved loop that is not TOO inclined for limited mobility access. Lots of trails and walking you CAN opt for, but you can also keep it simple and just have a great view of Chatty and the river bend - and of course the traffic on I-24 below! I loved that it was totally for tourists but don't feel like a "trap" trying to sell t shirts or junk. So glad we went!

Christina A.

GORGEOUS VIEWS! Very short walk from top of Incline Railway and very small fee to enter (or you can purchase an annual parks pass from them). Beautiful, spacious park. Amazing views. Caution - some views are steep and they didn't have any railings so it could be a bit dangerous if you have small children running around. We would definitely go back!

Manish C.

Point Park atop Lookout Mountain offers some of the best views of Chattanooga. It also has several Civil War monuments as part of the Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park (worth a visit on the Georgia side), and is part of the National Parks Service. There is a smaller visitors center here across the Point Park entrance with some nice exhibits/displays and a smaller ranger station. There is a fee to enter the park, but it is more affordable than nearby Rock City and Ruby Falls, and probably does a decent job of curbing overcrowding, while also funding park maintenance. Lookout Mountain does have limited paid street parking, but many people take the trip on the Incline Railway up the mountain from St. Elmo, which is only a few minutes walk away from Point Park. Regardless of whether you're there for some of the best views of Chattanooga, for the Civil War monuments, or just killing time after taking the Incline Railway, Point Park is definitely worth a visit, especially so on a nice and sunny day.

Bruce K.

I've been to Antietam https://www.yelp.com/biz/antietam-national-battlefield-sharpsburg?hrid=uCZ56tvQ7bfFqJSuenhjhg and I've been to Gettysburg https://www.yelp.com/biz/gettysburg-national-military-park-gettysburg?hrid=45dsMCQMQ2IHYDss_qCYBA. So the power and the presence here at the battlefield was not unexpected. On November 24, 1863, during the American Civil War, the Battle of Lookout Mountain took place here. The view over the Tennessee Valley from here is amazing and the monuments to the battle are impressive. Any Civil War buff should visit here for the history. The massive New York State Peace Memorial points out some of the turning points and the heavy losses of the Union troops here. Some 5100 soldiers were killed and 31000 wounded, making the Battles for Chattanooga and Chickamauga some of the bloodiest of the Civil War. There is a self-service machine for entry to the park. It is $10. Much of the park is walkabout and handicapped accessible. Some parts are not. [Review 18833 overall - 364 in Tennessee - 2356 of 2022.]

Steve K.

Visited Point Park of the Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park (NMP) and the small adjoining welcome center with a small movie theatre. There are several Yelp reviews of related sites, so some confusion which is which. Use this one for Point Park. Park admission fee, and free if you have an America the Beautiful National Park Pass. No fee for the museum. We took one of the three Park Ranger-guided tours offered that day midweek in August. About 45 mins. Highly recommended to make the drive up the mountain. First-class storytelling by a Park Ranger. While almost as bloody as Gettysburg, in some ways the Battle for Chattanooga was more strategic for both sides due to the Tennessee River and Chattanooga as a railroad hub for the South. President Lincoln assigned the task to take Chattanooga to General Grant. The stories of the battles are chilling. Decades after the battles, survivors rejoined to celebrate the building of the New York Peace Monument made onsite with Tennessee and Massachusetts stone, and tell their stories firsthand. Congress authorized it as one of four National Military Parks. Like every place in Chattanooga, metered parking is outside the gate. The parking area is small. Also recommend the $8 film at the adjoining visitor center. Allow 45 mins. Not to be confused with the more elaborate Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center. Tip I: GPS 110 Point Park Rd, Lookout Mountain, TN 37350. Accessible from Chattanooga and on the border with Georgia Tip II: Choose a clear day for a breathtaking vista view.

Courtenay O.

Before going into Point Park, we visited the welcome center for the park. Inside were souvenirs, and a room with audio-visual displays of the Civil War battles. We also used the bathrooms on the side of the building. Bring older has its perks. We used our America the Beautiful pass for entry into this National Park. It was much bigger than we thought, and we only saw one third of it due to time constraints. The view is remarkable. We walked all the way around, looking down on Chattanooga. We walked up to the Civil War Memorial, giving equal credit to the Union and Confederate soldiers. The plaques were a little difficult to read, though, and we weren't really sure what the soldier on top looked like. There were several cannons in the park, allowing us to imagine the battles in which they were used. Benches were in several places to sit in awe of our surroundings. Stairs down to overlooks allowed us to see more vantage points. We left too soon, but realized that we can return again and again with our pass. And that's what we'll do!

Elizabeth M.

Really great views off both sides of the mountain and lots of historical information. Dogs are permitted too and our pup absolutely loved the visit. There are a few buildings to visit both inside and out of the park depending on season. Paved trails around the main park area make for easy access for anyone restricted to a wheelchair. Definitely a great park to visit! 1) Parking is by availability and ranges in price based off the time you select 2) This is a park with an entrance fee. Currently, it is $10.

Blake G.

This is worth a visit if you are in the area. On a clear day you can see why it was an important Confederacy stronghold. On a clear day you can see as far as the mountains and air pollution will let you. Very picturesque spot. The park itself is not that large but the $10 entry fee may be worth it for the view.