Overview
Monteagle is a small city in south-central Tennessee, roughly 40 minutes north of Chattanooga.
5 places to eat · 9 places to stay
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Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Mar–May, Sep–Nov. Summer highs reach about 92°F; winter lows dip to about 33°F. Very hot (Jul, Aug) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Dec and Mar. (climate data from nearby Huntsville)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- CHA Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field), Chattanooga — 39 mi away. Directions
- HSV Huntsville International Airport, Huntsville — 67 mi away. Directions
- BNA Nashville International Airport, Nashville — 77 mi away (major hub). Directions
Monteagle is located just off I-24. Its main avenue is formed by Tennessee Highway 49. It is also accessible by small airplane through the nearby Sewanee airstrip.
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Food for you
There are also a variety of chain restaurants in the immediate vicinity of the I-24 exit.
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Get in
Monteagle is located just off I-24. Its main avenue is formed by Tennessee Highway 49. It is also accessible by small airplane through the nearby Sewanee airstrip.
Get around
As a small town, Monteagle has no public transit. Though it has a few walkable areas, a car is the only practical way to get around.
See
Most people come to Monteagle for the scenic beauty nearby. There is an abundance of campsites and summer-rental areas within a few minutes' drive.
Do
Chances are that if you come to Monteagle, you already know what you will be doing there. Camping and hiking are a good option as long as the weather cooperates.
Buy
There are quite a few souvenir and clothing stores along Highway 49.
Eat
Eat High Point
Romantic and high-quality. The prices are slightly steep, but a very nice place to eat if you are looking for a higher-end meal.
Eat Papa Ron's Pizza
Solid, affordable pizza menu. A local favorite for its specialty pizzas and good chicken wings.
Eat Mi Casa
The best Mexican food in the world, and as good as anything you'll get in Monteagle. Reasonably authentic and fun, this is a good place to get a margarita.
Eat Smokin' B's BBQ & Deli
A great place to pick up homemade southern-style barbecue. Small and family-owned.
There are also a variety of chain restaurants in the immediate vicinity of the I-24 exit.
Eat Depot Deli
Great subs, especially the chipotle philly cheese steak.
Drink
There are several bars in Monteagle, such as the popular Moonshine Maggie's Saloon.
Sleep
Hotels can be found around the interstate exits. There are camping areas and cabins advertised along the nearby roads; give some thought to sleeping under the stars.
Be forewarned that advance reservations are necessary on holidays, or when a University event is going on. It is nearly impossible to find rooms during graduation and homecoming weekends without reservations well in advance.
Stay Best Western Smokehouse Lodge
Large and comfortable. Offers cabin rentals in the wooded area behind the main building. Recommended.
Stay Edgeworth Inn
Stay Monteagle Inn
Stay American Eagle Inn
Stay Boxwood Cottage Rental
Stay Days Inn
Not particularly well-maintained, but it offers low rates compared to many other hotels in the area.
Stay Regency Inn
Stay Best Western Inn
Stay Red Oak Hollow
Red Oak Hollow is just down Highway 41A towards Sewanee. Guest Suite (sleeps two) and Cottage (sleeps four) are available for weekend or weekly rental, on 30 acres of trails, ponds and gardens. Come up to the mountain and see why a weekend here is better than a year in town.
Stay healthy
- Monteagle Pediatrics, 25 Spring Street (behind CVS Pharmacy). (931) 924-7000. Monteagle Pediatrics provides well and sick care for infants, children, and adolescents. Open Monday through Friday and Saturday mornings.
Go next
Monteagle has immediate access to I-24 for trips to either Nashville or Chattanooga. You might also consider following Hwy 41, which has many excellent views of the rural area nearby. Traveling west on 41 will take you to Sewanee; traveling east will take you to Tracy City.
Nearby
Sewanee
City / town · 12 listings · 5 mi away
Tracy City
City / town · 15 listings · 6 mi away
Cowan
City / town · 17 listings · 11 mi away
Winchester
City / town · 15 mi away
Russell Cave National Monument
Park · 1 listings · 18 mi away
Manchester
City / town · 5 listings · 22 mi away
Tullahoma
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Walls of Jericho
Park · 23 mi away
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