What are the economic and community impacts of mountain biking here in Chattanooga and Hamilton County? Researchers on our campus – the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga – are conducting a study in partnership with SORBA Chattanooga, the local chapter for the nonprofit that supports mountain bike trails here in the Southeast. Ryan Zwart is…
Chattanooga Trail Survey Launches To Measure Economic Impact
SORBA Chattanooga, in partnership with UTC, has launched a 2025 Trail User Survey inviting hikers, bikers, walkers, and non-trail users to contribute. The survey aims to assess usage, community value, and economic impact of Chattanooga’s trails—helping guide long-term planning and funding advocacy. Results, including an economic impact report on mountain biking in Hamilton County, are…