Parking & Access
Road access to Ross's Landing is controlled from Wednesday at 10:00 AM through late Sunday afternoon. Filled water barriers are placed at all four entrances (Friday ~9:00 AM through Sunday ~4:00 PM, removed evenings after crowds clear) as required by the Chattanooga Police Department.
No other vehicles will be allowed on the venue. Spectator and competitor parking is available within walking distance or a short, free CARTA bus ride. [cross link to spectators page]
All vehicles entering the venue must display a completed contact information form on the dash, including team name, primary contact name and cell phone, and alternate contact name and cell phone.
Download Vehicle Contact Information Form
Venue Map 2 — Boat Trailer Access Directions add links
Venue Map 3 — Road Closures & Trailer Parking
Venue Map 9 — Boat Trailer Departure Directions
Vehicle Access Summary
| Vehicle Type | Riverfront Pkwy West | Riverfront Pkwy East | Chestnut St | Power Alley |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Team boat trailers | Th–Su (Note 1) | Exit only (Note 2) | No access | No access |
| Team trucks | No access (Note 3) | No access (Note 4) | No access | No access |
| Team buses | No access | No access | No access | No access (Note 5) |
| Car toppers | Th, Fr (Note 6) | No access | No access | Fr–Su (Note 6) |
| Emergency vehicles | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary | Th–Su |
| Hooch vendors | No access | No access | Pass only (Note 7) | No access |
| Chatt. Market | No access | No access | Pass only (Note 8) | No access |
| Cooking trailers | No access | Th–Su (Note 9) | No access | No access |
Notes
- Tow vehicles must unload and leave immediately. Any truck left on site will be towed and impounded.
- Trailers parked east of Chestnut Street enter at West End, exit at East End.
- Team trucks not towing trailers are not permitted on site Thursday–Sunday. Trucks may return to pick up trailers after 7:30 PM Saturday and 4:00 PM Sunday.
- Team trucks may pick up trailers parked east of Chestnut Street after 7:30 PM Saturday and 4:00 PM Sunday.
- No bus parking on site. Drop off and pick up at 2nd Street (Tennessee Aquarium parking lot) or Chestnut Street (IMAX Theater).
- 6. Car topper access is 30 minutes maximum for unloading/loading only. No on-site parking. Friday access may be limited to before 8:30 AM or after 7:30 PM. Friday–Sunday Power Alley access is just outside the barriers at Cold Stone Creamery.
- Hooch vendor vehicles require a pass from the Organizing Committee. Access: Thursday from 3:00 PM; Friday before 9:00 AM; Saturday before 6:00 AM or after 7:00 PM; Sunday before 6:00 AM or after 4:00 PM.
- Chattanooga Market vendors require a pass from the Organizing Committee. Same hours as Note 7. Market tents may also be accessed from the Aquarium Loop. Short loading/unloading only.
- 15-minute access to unload east of Market Street Bridge. All day Thursday and before 9:00 AM Friday. Saturday after 7:30 PM and Sunday before 6:00 AM or after 4:30 PM for loading. 15 minutes only. No cooking trailer parking on venue.
Team Boat Trailers
All trailers enter from the west via Riverfront Parkway. Spaces are marked with orange traffic cones.
- Tow vehicles must leave immediately after drop-off and may return after 7:30 PM Saturday or 4:00 PM Sunday.
- Teams needing early Saturday departure should request Lots P5, P6, or P7 from a parking volunteer.
- Teams needing early Sunday departure must move trailers out Saturday night after the venue clears.
Trailer parking is available across eight lots.
[Venue Map 3 — Trailer Parking]
| Lot | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| P1, P2, P3 | Main lot east of and under Olgiati Bridge | Large trailers; Sunday departure only |
| P4 | Small triangle lot just west of Olgiati Bridge | Large trailers; Sunday departure only |
| P5 | Off/on-street along Riverfront Pkwy west of Olgiati Bridge | Side-loaded trailers; Sunday departure only |
| P6 | Wide area of Riverfront Pkwy west of P4 | Rear-loaded trailers; Saturday or Sunday departure |
| P7 | Eastbound lane between first Molly Drive intersection and west roadblock | Not available this year |
| P8, P9 | On-street east of Chestnut Street to east roadblock | Rear and side-loaded; Sunday departure; keep walkways to docks clear |
Tow Vehicle Parking
Limited tow vehicle parking is available in the Chattanooga Whiskey parking lot at the southeast corner of MLK Boulevard and Riverfront Parkway. The loading dock area remains accessible Thursday through midday Friday, separated by orange traffic cones. Parking volunteers can assist with questions when your trailer arrives.
Team Buses
No bus parking is available on-site Thursday–Sunday. Recommended drop-off and pick-up locations:
- Tennessee Aquarium parking lot — 2nd Street
- IMAX Theater — Chestnut Street (turn left from Broad St onto 2nd St, then left onto Chestnut St)
Both locations are drop-off and pick-up only. No long-term parking.
Venue Map 6 — Bus Drop-off Overview
Venue Map 7 — Bus Drop-off Detail
Car-Toppers
Thursday and Friday access is from the west end of Riverfront Parkway (see Note 6 for Friday restrictions). Friday–Sunday access is also available via Power Alley. On all days, unload immediately and remove your vehicle from the site.
[Venue Map 4 — Car Toppers]
Team Supplies & Food Deliveries
Load supplies onto your trailer and bring them on-site when your boat trailer is delivered — this avoids walking items in from outside the roadblocks. For food drop-offs, supporters should use the Tennessee Aquarium loop at the end of Broad Street; it's a short walk to the tent area via the walkway between the Aquarium buildings. One person must stay with the vehicle at all times in the loop. Supplies not delivered with the trailer (slings, rigging, tools) must be walked in from Power Alley or the west/east Riverfront Parkway entrances.
[Venue Map 8 — Food & Equipment Drop-off]
Handicapped Parking
Handicapped parking is available close to the venue in the parking garage on West 2nd Street between Chestnut Street and Power Alley. A valid DOT handicapped placard or license plate is required.
[Venue Map 5 — Public Parking]