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    Red Clay State Historic Park

    4.9 (18 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Brandi H.

    Red Clay State Park is AMAZING, let me get that out of the way. The park itself is about 250 acres. The museum alone is such a fitting tribute to the history of the land and the Cherokee who consider this land sacred. Outside of Chattanooga, this land was the permanent government seat of the Cherokee nation until they found out about the Indian Removal Act and were forcibly removed from the Southeast. This is considered the start of the Trail of Tears. When we went, it was raining, hard. So, we didn't see the Blue Hole Spring, or many of the replicas of buildings on the site. But, we did spend more time at the museum than we've spent in other parks. It's well curated, gorgeous, and moving. It tells the story of the Cherokee in a way that I feel is accessible to anyone. I can not recommend enough.

    The blue spring. The picture doesn't do it justice.
    Joe K.

    This park might not get the attention of others, but it very pleasant to visit. The blue spring and creek is amazing. So beautiful. The visitors center is also really cool. It's good to read about the history of the Cherokee Nation. So sad. I would recommend a day trip here. It's not a huge park and you can check it all out in just a few hours.

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    4 years ago

    Magical and historic place, peaceful, not a lot of crowds! Worth the drive out in our mind

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    5 years ago

    This place is so full of history. If you've never been it's definitely worth a day trip and a picnic.

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    4 years ago

    So relaxing here. The water is perfect. Great place for family. Plan to visit frequently this summer.

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    7 years ago

    What an amazing place to swim!. Natural spring fed water that must have health benefits!! Very cool place to visit!!!

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    7 years ago

    Very beautiful and peaceful place to visit. The water is a gorgeous blue color. I would definitely recommend this park.

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    You don't mention the stained glass honoring the Cherokee people.is it still there?

    Yes, we still have the stain glass windows that depict the Trail of Tears.

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    Also, I could just imagine the Cherokee using this spring water and being here hundreds of years before.

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    The water falls behind me was beautiful love how cool it was in 86 degree weather

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