August 14–16, 2026 · Ross’s Landing, Chattanooga · Retreat 1 hour north in the Sequatchie Valley
Three days of wakesurf throwdowns, 65-foot high dives, EDM sets, and 90-degree August humidity in downtown Chattanooga. Great festival. Miserable hotel. The Canyon at Pond Creek is 1 hour north on US-127 in the Sequatchie Valley — 447 private acres, waterfalls, canyons, and a hot tub on every deck. Drive down for the day, come back to real quiet. Sleep under dark skies instead of city sirens.
Why stay here for the River Games
- A real reset after loud festival days. Wakesurf throwdowns and EDM sets are amazing. They’re also loud, hot, and long. Head 1 hour north to 447 acres of private canyons, waterfalls, and dark skies. Every dome has a private hot tub on the deck.
- Group-friendly for friend crews. 6 glamping domes, sleeping 4–8 each. Bring the whole crew, split the driving to the river, share the cost.
- Not a downtown Chattanooga hotel. No convention traffic, no parking scavenger hunt, no lobby packed with festival guests. Direct 1-hour drive to Ross’s Landing.
About the Chattanooga River Games
The Chattanooga River Games — the South’s largest action-sports and EDM festival — brings wakesurfing, freestyle diving, rock climbing, slacklining, and 65-foot high dives to Ross’s Landing every August. 2026 dates: August 14–16. Entry is FREE. Live music runs both major days along with food trucks, craft beer, and a vendor village. The event draws thousands to downtown Chattanooga’s riverfront — meaning hotels near the river sell out and price up early.
Booking for River Games weekend
Direct-book the 6 glamping domes at The Canyon. 1 hour to Ross’s Landing via US-27 or US-127. Consider arriving Wednesday, August 12 for pre-position and leaving Monday, August 17 to avoid the departure crush.
