Chickamauga Marina

Chickamauga Marina provides convenient boat access to Chickamauga Lake and the Tennessee River in Chattanooga. Located near downtown and easily accessible from major routes including Amnicola Highway and Highway 153, this site offers direct water entry for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats. The facility is positioned on a major river system—the Tennessee River is a significant waterway (Stream Order 9) with an average flow of approximately 69,000 cubic feet per second and considerable current at 7.66 feet per second average velocity.

Paddlers should be aware that Chickamauga Lake represents a large impoundment on the Tennessee River, which offers relatively calm, lake-like conditions compared to the faster flowing sections upstream and downstream. With the lake's proximity to the Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park and local attractions like the Tennessee Riverpark, this location serves as both a practical access point for river exploration and a gateway to area recreation. The surrounding region provides ample opportunities for paddling, fishing, and sightseeing, making it a well-positioned launch site for various water activities on this major southeastern river system.