Elsie A. Holmes
Nature Park

CLICK HERE TO RESERVE ELSIE HOLMES PAVILION

​Rental information

Pavilion Rental: $50 per day 
(Bridal Suite: $50 ($100 cash refundable key deposit)
by special request & availability call 706-891-4199)
​​The Pavilion (with 8 tables and 50 chairs (image 2&3) and an Office/Bridal Suite are for rent located at the park. The pavilion can be rented online by clicking the link above and the Bridal Suite can be rented by special request by calling or visiting the office.
***Please note that there are NO kitchen facilities and NO fans in the pavilion. There are, however, outlets that can be used for your own box fan or
​microwave if needed***
The renter must return chairs and tables to storage area, clean and take all event trash when leaving to help keep the park clean and keep rental costs low.
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Rules and Guidelines
Fog machines, confetti, silly string, glitter or (gender reveal) colored powder cannons are not allowed

1. No inflatables, carnival type rides or vehicles (ATV, toy train, go carts etc.) on premises, inside or outside.
2. No skates, skate boards or scooters on the facility premises, inside or outside.
   
3. Tables and chairs may be used and arranged as desired inside the  screened pavilion but they cannot be removed or used outside of the pavilion.  Cleaned tables and chairs must be returned to the marked storage location. Dragging chairs or tables across the room is prohibited.

       Smoking, vaping, alcoholic beverages and illegal drugs are not allowed on the premises.

1. User will be required to take event garbage off premises for disposal. Please reline the cans with new bags that should be in the bottom of the can.

Park Hours

Monday-Sunday: 9:00AM-Dusk


ABOUT THE PARK

In June 1997 The Elsie A. Holmes Nature Park was opened in honor of his wife Mrs. Elsie Holmes.  Mr. Ben Holmes wanted to provide a place for people to experience the beauty of this natural environment for many generations to come. The park includes over two miles of hiking/walking trails through 66 acres of hardwood forest and wooded creek bottom land along the South Chickamauga Creek.   Many different species of wild flowers, plants and trees can be found.  There is also a trail located on the ridge that is accessible for hiking type strollers and those with limited abilities. 

Directions to Elsie A. Holmes Park

88 Ben Holmes Road
Ringgold, GA 30736

From Hwy. 41 in Ringgold
Turn Left onto Ooltewah/Ringgold Road and travel north for approximately 3 miles. Turn Left onto Saunders Road and follow the signs to the park.

From East Brainerd Road in Chattanooga
Turn Right onto Ooltewah/Ringgold Road and drive approximately 3 miles south and turn Right onto Saunders Road and follow the signs to the park.
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