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Lookout Mountain Battlefield Visitor Center

Lookout Mountain, Tennessee · Hamilton County · Facility

Atop Lookout Mountain, discover details about the siege of Chattanooga and the battles for control of the city. View exhibits and the historic 13- by 30-foot James Walker painting,THE BATTLE OF LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN. Point Park has battery positions, monuments, exhibits, trails, and views.

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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Lookout Mountain Battlefield Visitor Center

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High77°F
Avg Low56°F
Peak Rain Chance11%
Humidity72%
UV (avg)8
Air Quality26 · Good
Today
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Rain Showers
73°/61°
💧 11%🌬 11mph
6:28 AM8:49 PM
Mon
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Heavy Drizzle
79°/62°
💧 9%🌬 8mph
6:28 AM8:50 PM
Tue
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Light Drizzle
78°/55°
💧 8%🌬 9mph
6:28 AM8:50 PM
Wed
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Mostly Clear
75°/50°
💧 1%🌬 8mph
6:27 AM8:51 PM
Thu
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Overcast
81°/50°
💧 1%🌬 6mph
6:27 AM8:51 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About Lookout Mountain Battlefield Visitor Center

Atop Lookout Mountain, discover details about the siege of Chattanooga and the battles for control of the city. View exhibits and the historic 13- by 30-foot James Walker painting,THE BATTLE OF LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN. Point Park has battery positions, monuments, exhibits, trails, and views.

How to Get There

From Exit 178, turn left onto Broad Street. Broad Street will become U.S. Highway 41 (Cummings Highway). Turn left onto TN Highway 148. Continue on TN Highway 148 to the top of Lookout Mountain. At the top, turn right onto East Brow Road. The Lookout Mountain Battlefield Visitor Center is located at the end of East Brow Road, across the street from the Point Park Entrance Gate

Driving directions (Google Maps) →

Plan Your Visit to Lookout Mountain Battlefield Visitor Center

Heading to Lookout Mountain Battlefield Visitor Center? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Lookout Mountain Battlefield Visitor Center?

No central reservation system listed for Lookout Mountain Battlefield Visitor Center. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/258588) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Lookout Mountain Battlefield Visitor Center?

From Exit 178, turn left onto Broad Street. Broad Street will become U.S. Highway 41 (Cummings Highway). Turn left onto TN Highway 148. Continue on TN Highway 148 to the top of Lookout Mountain. At the top, turn right onto East Brow Road. The Lookout Mountain Battlefield Visitor Center is located at the end of East Brow Road, across the street from the Point Park Entrance Gate

How do I contact Lookout Mountain Battlefield Visitor Center?

You can reach the park at phone: (423) 821-7786 or email: chch_information@nps.gov.