Lula Lake - Lookout Mountain, GA
Lula Lake: Scenic Pet-Friendly Trails on Lookout Mountain, Georgia
Located just outside Chattanooga, Lula Lake offers a stunning and accessible destination for dog owners searching for pet-friendly hiking in Lookout Mountain, Georgia. While not a traditional dog park, this conservation area boasts beautiful trails, lush scenery, and views of breathtaking waterfalls. The park is unique in that it is open only the first and last weekends of each month, requiring advance reservations and an entrance fee of $16 per car. Its shaded trails range from easy gravel paths suitable for wheelchairs and families with dogs on leashes, to challenging routes for the more adventurous.
Lula Lake’s well-maintained trails allow dog owners to enjoy a variety of outdoor experiences, from short scenic picnics to longer, more strenuous hikes. The area is known for its outstanding accessibility, allowing for visitors of all ages and abilities—including those with motorized wheelchairs. Dogs are welcome to join you on all trails, but leash use is strictly required. Please make sure to plan ahead due to limited operating days and to secure your parking and entry reservation online.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the park’s leash requirements? Dogs are required to be kept on leash at all times while on Lula Lake property.
- Is there a fee or membership required to enter? Yes, you must make a reservation in advance and pay an entry fee (currently $16 per car).
- Is the park wheelchair accessible? Yes, at least some main trails are suitable for wheelchairs and those with limited mobility.
- Are there walking or hiking trails connected to the park? Yes, Lula Lake features numerous dog-friendly trails with varying difficulty and scenic waterfall views.
- Is there shade or shelter available? The trails are mostly shaded by trees, offering relief during the summer months.
- Where is the best place to park? Parking is at the top of the park; be prepared for a steep hike down to the falls area and back up when leaving.
Reviews
The place used to be a cool place to get away for some great scenery and good hiking for everyone. Now you have to make a reservation in advance at NULL a car. No large vehicles allowed. The parking area is now at the top which means you will have to hike down the original parking area which is bout a mile at steep incline. This of coarse means that when you are ready to leave you will have to walk back up that incline to get to your vehicle. Good luck if you have small kids as they generally will be wanting to be carried. If you do go there is a new game called Spot The Hidden Cameras that has become popular at this site. I went there many times years ago but when the parking lot moved and the entrance fee and reservations started I said farewell to another great place ruined by yuppies.
The place used to be a cool place to get away for some great scenery and good hiking for everyone. Now you have to make a reservation in advance at NULL a car. No large vehicles allowed. The parking area is now at the top which means you will have to hike down the original parking area which is bout a mile at steep incline. This of coarse means that when you are ready to leave you will have to walk back up that incline to get to your vehicle. Good luck if you have small kids as they generally will be wanting to be carried. If you do go there is a new game called Spot The Hidden Cameras that has become popular at this site. I went there many times years ago but when the parking lot moved and the entrance fee and reservations started I said farewell to another great place ruined by yuppies.
The place used to be a cool place to get away for some great scenery and good hiking for everyone. Now you have to make a reservation in advance at NULL a car. No large vehicles allowed. The parking area is now at the top which means you will have to hike down the original parking area which is bout a mile at steep incline. This of coarse means that when you are ready to leave you will have to walk back up that incline to get to your vehicle. Good luck if you have small kids as they generally will be wanting to be carried. If you do go there is a new game called Spot The Hidden Cameras that has become popular at this site. I went there many times years ago but when the parking lot moved and the entrance fee and reservations started I said farewell to another great place ruined by yuppies.
I loved this place. My husband and I went on a rainy day. We’ll be back on a sunny one ☀️
I loved this place. My husband and I went on a rainy day. We’ll be back on a sunny one ☀️
I loved this place. My husband and I went on a rainy day. We’ll be back on a sunny one ☀️
Fantastic private conservation area/park. You need to buy tickets/reservation prior to showing up, and they lit the number of visitors to improve the experience and preserve the land. Trails are almost entirely shaded in summer, and if you go off on the smaller trails you’re unlikely to run into many other hikers.
Fantastic private conservation area/park. You need to buy tickets/reservation prior to showing up, and they lit the number of visitors to improve the experience and preserve the land. Trails are almost entirely shaded in summer, and if you go off on the smaller trails you’re unlikely to run into many other hikers.
Fantastic private conservation area/park. You need to buy tickets/reservation prior to showing up, and they lit the number of visitors to improve the experience and preserve the land. Trails are almost entirely shaded in summer, and if you go off on the smaller trails you’re unlikely to run into many other hikers.
Lula Lake is an absolute gem of a Land Trust right in Chattanooga’s backyard. Open only the first and last weekend of the month (except for winter months), Lula Lake offers a few different trails to get to the falls, all the way from a gravel road that runs from the parking lot to the upper area of the falls (which offers a great view for those who can’t or don’t want to hike a trail) to a mildly strenuous series of combo-trails you can combine to make a very short to mid-length day hike. Again, the gravel trail is great for those who may not physically be able to hike on a trail. We’ve seen people of all ages on this trail, including motorized wheelchairs, so Lula Lake really has done a great job to make this a very accessible and family friendly site.
Offering up incredible views of 2 different waterfalls within the property, you can easily see both from the trail or hike down to the base for a better view of each. The Lula Falls trail is a little more difficult, and it’s almost a staircase for the most part & weaves through a small boulder field before opening up at the base. Many people who have capable pets have walked them down to the base too, so if your dog goes on regular hikes, they can go too. Just make sure to PUT THEM ON A LEASH. No one likes unleashed dogs around that many people.
Just make sure you check in at the desk, make your donation and enjoy your day!!