April 23, Day 10--CHATTANOOGA

65 degrees, sunny, beautiful city nestled in the mountains, sprinkled with art, what's not to like?  We had a great 24 mile ride.  Not too many pictures because there was so much artwork I didn't want to keep stopping my bike.  It followed the very impressive Tennessee River almost the entire way.  We lost the trail a few times due to switchbacks and elevation changes which added to the fun.  Tomorrow Alabama.

art on the trail

switchback ramp to trail (we found a better ramp)

mile marker 7

mile marker 8

city sign

view of Tennessee River from the trail

art museum on the trail

interior of restroom at ice cream shop (lunch)

look closely for the horse by Butterfield

railing at art museum

trail art

 

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