The 1895 carousel was meticulously restored by local craftsmen and contains 52 hand-carved wooden animals.
The park is situated on land that was formerly part of the industrial waterfront before the Tennessee Riverpark master plan transformed it.
The interactive play fountain features a series of stone animal carvings that spray water.
The park connects to the 13-mile Tennessee Riverpark trail system.
The Walnut Street Bridge, which borders the park, was originally built in 1891 for vehicular traffic before becoming a pedestrian walkway.
Coolidge Park is a landmark waterfront destination located on the North Shore of the Tennessee River in Chattanooga. The park features a restored 1895 antique carousel housed in a glass pavilion. A large interactive play fountain serves as a focal point for cooling off during warmer months. The site provides direct access to the Walnut Street Bridge, one of the world's longest pedestrian-only bridges. Expansive open green spaces and riverfront walking trails characterize the park's layout. It serves as a central hub for outdoor community gatherings and seasonal public events. The park is managed by the City of Chattanooga Parks and Outdoors department.
The elevated vantage point on the Walnut Street Bridge looking down toward the carousel pavilion and the river.
Bring a change of clothes and a towel if visiting with children to utilize the interactive fountain.
Visit during the shoulder seasons to avoid peak summer humidity.
Park in the North Shore neighborhood and walk into the park to avoid limited waterfront parking congestion.
Do not rely on finding street parking directly on River Street during weekend events, as it fills quickly.
The carousel and play fountain typically operate on a seasonal basis, closing during winter months.
Shirts and footwear are generally expected when leaving the splash pad area to enter nearby businesses.
