Audubon Acres

130-Acre Audubon Sanctuary East of Chattanooga

Audubon Acres (also known as the Elise Chapin Wildlife Sanctuary) is a 130-acre nature preserve and headquarters of the Chattanooga Audubon Society. The sanctuary east of Chattanooga combines South Chickamauga Creek access with 5 miles of trails, a Visitor's Center, a gift shop, a timeline museum, and structures significant to Native American history.

Family Programs

Self-guided trail visits and seasonal Audubon programs. Programs include:
- 5 miles of forest and wetland trails
- South Chickamauga Creek access
- Spring Frog cabin destination
- Bird watching
- Timeline museum
- Native American history sites

What's Included

• Day admission ticket
• Visitor's Center and gift shop
• Trail maps
• Restrooms at Visitor's Center

Experience

Great stop for families with kids 5+ ready to flip rocks, spot birds, and splash in the creek. Plan 1-2 hours. Bring water shoes in summer.