{"id":1558,"date":"2025-04-15T17:32:29","date_gmt":"2025-04-15T21:32:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rubyfalls.wpengine.com\/?p=1558"},"modified":"2025-08-18T11:55:18","modified_gmt":"2025-08-18T15:55:18","slug":"dog-friendly-places-in-chattanooga-youll-love","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/2025\/04\/dog-friendly-places-in-chattanooga-youll-love\/","title":{"rendered":"Dog Friendly Places in Chattanooga You&#8217;ll Love"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Many of us on the Ruby Falls team are devoted to our dogs and adore being out and about in Chattanooga with our 4-legged friends. We know dogs are family and we&#8217;ve created a special place for furry sidekicks to take a break while you enjoy Ruby Falls.\u00a0\u00a0Traveling dog lovers have oodles of reasons to love Chattanooga and our team has some helpful suggestions that will make your time in Chattanooga fantastic for your pup and stress-free for you.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2060 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Dog-in-front-of-95th-topiary-856x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Brown and white dog outside on the Village Plaza at Ruby Falls, sitting in front of a planter with flowers and plants.\" width=\"484\" height=\"579\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Dog-in-front-of-95th-topiary-856x1024.jpg 856w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Dog-in-front-of-95th-topiary-251x300.jpg 251w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Dog-in-front-of-95th-topiary-768x919.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Dog-in-front-of-95th-topiary-1284x1536.jpg 1284w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Dog-in-front-of-95th-topiary-1280x1531.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Dog-in-front-of-95th-topiary-1024x1225.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Dog-in-front-of-95th-topiary-640x766.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Dog-in-front-of-95th-topiary-480x574.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Dog-in-front-of-95th-topiary-320x383.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Dog-in-front-of-95th-topiary.jpg 1366w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 484px) 100vw, 484px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Dog-Friendly Hotels in Chattanooga<\/h3>\n<p>There are a handful of especially dog-friendly hotels in Chattanooga. Here are a few that have pet and people appealing amenities and locations.<\/p>\n<h4>Perfect for Laid Back Pups and Humans<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/crashpadchattanooga.com\/hemingway-suite\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The\u00a0Hemingway Suite<\/a> at the Crash Pad in Chattanooga is a pet-friendly hotel suite that sleeps 4 guests and is about 8 minutes from Ruby Falls.\u00a0\u00a0It features a full kitchen, separate living room, and bedroom.\u00a0\u00a0Leashed dogs are permitted outside on the grassy grounds. The Crash Pad is just a couple of doors down from Play Wash Pint, and numerous delicious restaurants are just a short stroll away.\u00a0\u00a0We love, love, love that the Crash Pad was built with reclaimed and renewable resources and is LEED Platinum certified.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-1560 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-2-Blog-225x300.jpeg\" alt=\"Dog with head out car window\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-2-Blog-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-2-Blog-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-2-Blog-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-2-Blog-1536x2048.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-2-Blog-scaled.jpeg 1920w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-2-Blog-1680x2240.jpeg 1680w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-2-Blog-1440x1920.jpeg 1440w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-2-Blog-1280x1707.jpeg 1280w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-2-Blog-1024x1365.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-2-Blog-640x853.jpeg 640w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-2-Blog-480x640.jpeg 480w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-2-Blog-320x427.jpeg 320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hotelclemons.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hotel Clemons<\/a> is a cozy and welcoming landing place for you and your dog featuring fully equipped kitchens, living rooms and offer one to three bedrooms and one to two bathrooms. Every room is customized and the lobby is the right combo of chill, quirky and always welcoming. If you are planning to visit Ruby Falls and Rock City on Lookout Mountain, you will be a short drive away.\u00a0 Another plus is the Victorola Bar in the lobby that serves handcrafted cocktails<\/p>\n<h4>Dogs and Humans that Love a Great Party<\/h4>\n<p>Don\u2019t need an entire suite?\u00a0\u00a0Check out the hip,\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/moxy-hotels.marriott.com\/hotels\/chattanooga-downtown\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Moxy Chattanooga Downtown.<\/a> \u00a0This pet welcoming hotel is a fun addition to downtown, walking distance to restaurants and shopping and a quick 10-minute drive to Ruby Falls.\u00a0\u00a0The \u201cit\u2019s 5 o\u2019clock somewhere\u201d vibe at the hotel starts from the moment you check in and pick up your room key at the hotel bar in the lobby. Check the Moxy&#8217;s schedule for their next Pups and Pints event; it had become a Chattanooga dog lover&#8217;s tradition.<\/p>\n<h4><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-1561\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-3-Edwin-hotel-198x300.jpeg\" alt=\"Dog at edwin hotel\" width=\"261\" height=\"395\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-3-Edwin-hotel-198x300.jpeg 198w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-3-Edwin-hotel-676x1024.jpeg 676w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-3-Edwin-hotel-768x1163.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-3-Edwin-hotel-1014x1536.jpeg 1014w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-3-Edwin-hotel-1280x1939.jpeg 1280w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-3-Edwin-hotel-1024x1551.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-3-Edwin-hotel-640x969.jpeg 640w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-3-Edwin-hotel-480x727.jpeg 480w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-3-Edwin-hotel-320x485.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-3-Edwin-hotel.jpeg 1284w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 261px) 100vw, 261px\" \/>Bougie Pups and Humans<\/h4>\n<p>Bougie pups will\u00a0love\u00a0the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.theedwinhotel.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Edwin Hotel<\/a> and their special pet perks include locally made, organic dog treats, water and food bowls, and even a bed for your pet to use during their stay (based on availability)!\u00a0 \u00a0Major perks for the humans on the trip: the beautiful collection of art featured at the hotel from outstanding local artists and perfect location. The swoon-worthy hotel is right next to the Walnut Street bridge (a pedestrian bridge perfect for walks across the Tennessee River), and is just 15 minutes from Ruby Falls.\u00a0 Keep in mind, there is 40 pound limit for pups staying at the Edwin and a non-refundable pet fee per room is required.<\/p>\n<h3>Chattanooga&#8217;s Dog-Friendly Restaurants<\/h3>\n<p>Chattanooga has become a foodie\u2019s dream with some\u00a0<em>pet-tastic<\/em>\u00a0options if you\u2019d like to bring your dog along while you relax and grab a bite to eat.<\/p>\n<p>PR and Digital Media Coordinator, Missy M.\u00a0recommends the\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.thedailyrationchattanooga.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Daily Ration<\/a>\u00a0on Chattanooga\u2019s NorthShore.\u00a0\u00a0\u201cDaily Ration is always a fun place to bring my dog Riggins; the food is locally sourced, and there are usually one or two other dogs for him to play with.\u00a0 The large, dog-welcoming, covered patio seating is a gem.\u201d\u00a0\u00a0Open M-F for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and on weekends until 3:00 PM.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-1562 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-4-RIggs-225x300.jpeg\" alt=\"Dog in car\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-4-RIggs-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-4-RIggs-640x853.jpeg 640w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-4-RIggs-480x640.jpeg 480w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-4-RIggs-320x427.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-4-RIggs.jpeg 720w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/>Tour Guide, Ashley M.&#8217;s\u00a0two dogs love walking on the Walnut Street pedestrian bridge. There are plenty of benches on the bridge spanning the Tennessee River, making a perfect spot for a snack or picnic. Pick up a sandwich, salad or dessert to-go from local favorite,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pages\/category\/American-Restaurant\/River-Street-Deli-192266127453402\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">River Street Deli<\/a> on the north side of the bridge at Coolidge Park. Enjoy lunch on a bench high above the Tennessee River.\u00a0\u00a0Be sure to bring along some doggie waste bags, there aren\u2019t any available on the bridge.<\/p>\n<p>Located in a vintage service station,\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ujchattanooga.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Universal Joint<\/a> is another great option in downtown Chattanooga for food and drinks. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor seating area. Universal Joint is open for lunch and dinner. It&#8217;s a great choice for a late dinner and drinks with your pup in tow.<\/p>\n<h3>Best Places for Dog Treats<\/h3>\n<p>If you want to reward your dog with a tasty, all-natural Chattanooga treat, toy or a new accessory, head straight to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/NoogaPaws\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nooga Paws<\/a>. The shop is a favorite outing for Ruby Falls Executive Director, Kara Van Brunt&#8217;s dog Dooley who fancies their homemade treats. If your pup couldn\u2019t pass up a tempting mud puddle, the self-wash stations at the shop have everything you need to save the day, including an apron to keep you dry.<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-1563 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-4-Blog-296x300.png\" alt=\"Dog in Nooga paws pet store\" width=\"296\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-4-Blog-296x300.png 296w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-4-Blog-1012x1024.png 1012w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-4-Blog-768x777.png 768w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-4-Blog-1024x1036.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-4-Blog-640x648.png 640w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-4-Blog-480x486.png 480w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-4-Blog-320x324.png 320w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Dog-4-Blog.png 1148w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 296px) 100vw, 296px\" \/><\/h3>\n<h3>Chattanooga Dog Parks and Best Places to Take Your Dog for a Scenic Walk<\/h3>\n<p>You could plan a Chattanooga getaway based on dog parks and beautiful places to walk your dog! There are fun options around town to fit in between your human adventures.<\/p>\n<p>Tour Guide\u00a0Gabby&#8217;s\u00a0dogs, Bear and Blue are fans of walking the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sculpturefields.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sculpture Fields at Montague Park<\/a>. Besides being the largest sculpture park in the Southeast, the park welcomes leashed pets. The clean-up stations scattered throughout 33-acres of grassy fields make poop pick up a snap. Download the Otocast app to hear featured artists speak about their work while exploring the art park with your dog.\u00a0\u00a0If your dog overheats easily, plan a morning or evening visit and bring along extra water and a bowl.<\/p>\n<h4>Chattanooga Dog Parks<\/h4>\n<p>About 5 minutes from downtown in Red Bank, White Oak Park is the home of spacious Red Bank Dog Park with separate areas for large and small dogs. Meghan G., Admissions Manager regularly brings her dogs Nelson and Newport to this dog park. \u201cIt\u2019s well maintained, and most of the time there are friendly dogs to run and play with, along with restrooms, a picnic gazebo, water supplies, and benches.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re heading to Chattanooga from the north, take a slight detour off I-75 and stop at Heritage Park.\u00a0 Tour Guide Kelcie H&#8217;s homebody pooch, Zoe is even keen on spending time at Heritage Park\u2019s chill dog park. It features separate sections for large and small dogs, benches, shady areas, water stations and a doggie playground with agility equipment. If you prefer exploring the park with your pup on a leash, you\u2019ll enjoy the meandering walking paths, grassy areas shaded by lots of trees, picnic tables, and restrooms. You\u2019ll both love the creek running through the park.<\/p>\n<p>Other spots to check out are Renaissance Park for a short walk, and Play Wash Pint for drinks, self-wash stations and a super social dog park.<\/p>\n<div class=\"bp-col-main\">\n<h3>Dogs at Ruby Falls<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-1565\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PC_forrest_theminigoldendoodle-241x300.jpg\" alt=\"Doodle at Ruby Falls\" width=\"365\" height=\"454\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PC_forrest_theminigoldendoodle-241x300.jpg 241w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PC_forrest_theminigoldendoodle-822x1024.jpg 822w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PC_forrest_theminigoldendoodle-768x957.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PC_forrest_theminigoldendoodle-1233x1536.jpg 1233w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PC_forrest_theminigoldendoodle-1280x1595.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PC_forrest_theminigoldendoodle-1024x1276.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PC_forrest_theminigoldendoodle-640x798.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PC_forrest_theminigoldendoodle-480x598.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PC_forrest_theminigoldendoodle-320x399.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PC_forrest_theminigoldendoodle.jpg 1284w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 365px) 100vw, 365px\" \/>While you\u2019re exploring Ruby Falls Cave, your dog can enjoy outdoor time at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/plan-your-visit\/amenities-accessibility\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ruby Falls complimentary kennels<\/a>. The four shaded, covered, open-air kennels are open seasonally and available first-come-first-serve.<\/p>\n<p>Bring your dog\u2019s bed, food, water, toys or whatever else your pooch would like to stay comfortable. The self-serve kennels are next to the zipline hut. Kennel locks are available at Ruby Falls&#8217; Hospitality Center, along with dog treats. If your dog is an escape artist, place your crate inside the kennel.\u00a0\u00a0Due to health guidelines, only service animals are eligible for consideration to enter the cave with their human parent.<\/p>\n<h4><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2061\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mae-Mae-on-the-Plaza-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"A large brown and white dog sits next to a man and teenager sitting and talking on a low wall at the outdoor plaza at Ruby Falls. \" width=\"439\" height=\"659\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mae-Mae-on-the-Plaza-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mae-Mae-on-the-Plaza-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mae-Mae-on-the-Plaza-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mae-Mae-on-the-Plaza-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mae-Mae-on-the-Plaza-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mae-Mae-on-the-Plaza-1920x2880.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mae-Mae-on-the-Plaza-1680x2520.jpg 1680w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mae-Mae-on-the-Plaza-1440x2160.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mae-Mae-on-the-Plaza-1280x1920.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mae-Mae-on-the-Plaza-640x960.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mae-Mae-on-the-Plaza-480x720.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mae-Mae-on-the-Plaza-320x480.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.rubyfalls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mae-Mae-on-the-Plaza-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 439px) 100vw, 439px\" \/><\/h4>\n<h3>A Quick Hike Before Hitting the Road<\/h3>\n<p>Before you climb back in your car, take your leashed pup on a hike along the <a href=\"https:\/\/lookoutmountainconservancy.org\/explore\/guild-hardy-trail\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hardy Guild\u00a0Trail<\/a> which intersects Ruby Falls property at several points.\u00a0The trail is jam-packed with natural beauty and fascinating history. Bring water for your dog and ask a Ruby Falls team member if you need directions to the trail.\u00a0Depending on which direction you hike from Ruby Falls, you\u2019ll walk under the Incline Railroad, cross several impressive trestle bridges, or arrive at historic Cravens House, the location of a famous Civil War battle.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Have a great time enjoying the dog-friendly things to do in Chattanooga.\u00a0\u00a0We\u2019ll be waiting to greet you and your pooch at Ruby Falls!\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bp-col-main comment-block\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Many of us on the Ruby Falls team are devoted to our dogs and adore being out and about in Chattanooga with our 4-legged friends. 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