Monteagle Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Monteagle, Tennessee in the Southern Tennessee Mountains on the Cumberland Plateau close to Chattanooga . Highway 41a crossing interstate I24 on a sunny autumn day with beautiful fall colorful foliage
Twilight hour with the moon in view as seen from the bluffs of Sewanee, Tennessee as fog permeates the valley.
Monteagle
Monteagle
Silhouette of a large cross monument on Monteagle Mountain on a cold foggy evening at University of the South in Sewanee, Tennessee.

Where to stay in Monteagle

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Clifftops

Clifftops might not have many top sights, but Clifftops Lake and Monteagle Sunday School Assembly are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Clifftops
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Cooleys Rift

While Cooleys Rift may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Monteagle Sunday School Assembly and Clifftops Lake.

Cooleys Rift
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Downtown Monteagle

While there might not be top attractions in Downtown Monteagle, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Monteagle Sunday School Assembly and South Cumberland State Park.

Downtown Monteagle
The Smokehouse Lodge and Cabins

The Smokehouse Lodge and Cabins

3 out of 5
844 W Main Street Monteagle TN
The price is NZ$101 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
NZ$101
13 Apr - 14 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Monteagle. Enjoy free parking, private pools and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,148 reviews)
Best pricing, great folks. Room was clean. Needs updated, but a good place to stay.

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

The Smokehouse Lodge and Cabins
Quality Inn Monteagle

Quality Inn Monteagle

2.5 out of 5
509 W Main St Monteagle TN
The price is NZ$166 per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
NZ$166
15 Apr - 16 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Monteagle. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (851 reviews)
Plenty of secure parking. AC/heating worked properly

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

Quality Inn Monteagle
Red Roof Inn Monteagle - I-24

Red Roof Inn Monteagle - I-24

2 out of 5
742 Dixie Lee Ave Monteagle TN
The price is NZ$140 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
NZ$140
21 Apr - 22 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Monteagle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (659 reviews)
Noisy

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Red Roof Inn Monteagle - I-24
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Creekside Tiny house in fantastic Monteagle! Quick hike to waterfall!

Creekside Tiny house in fantastic Monteagle! Quick hike to waterfall!

Monteagle TN
Stay at this holiday home in Monteagle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions South Cumberland State Park and Bigfoot Adventure ...
10/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
Adorable location! Cute tiny home. Would come back for sure!!

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Creekside Tiny house in fantastic Monteagle! Quick hike to waterfall!
Nesthaven: A cozy boho-chic tiny home with a deck, fire pit, & nearby waterfall

Nesthaven: A cozy boho-chic tiny home with a deck, fire pit, & nearby waterfall

Monteagle TN
Stay at this holiday home in Monteagle. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions South Cumberland State Park and Bigfoot ...
10/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
Perfect quiet stay. Easy to get to and check-in. Properly furnished with spacious living area with nice electric fireplace. Kitchen was fully stocked with equipment.

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Nesthaven: A cozy boho-chic tiny home with a deck, fire pit, & nearby waterfall
Muse at Monteagle at The Retreat at Deer Lick Falls

Muse at Monteagle at The Retreat at Deer Lick Falls

Monteagle TN
Stay at this cabin in Monteagle. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Harton Park and Monteagle Sunday School Assembly are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (53 reviews)
I stayed here with my 3 boys overnight on our way home through on a roadtrip. Perfect little spot to stay. Awesome hike to a beautiful waterfall within walking distance to the trailhead. Would highly recommend!

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Muse at Monteagle at The Retreat at Deer Lick Falls
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Popular places to visit

A popular swimming hole surrounded by rock cliffs and lush green foliage is below Greeter Falls in South Cumberland State Park, Tennessee.

South Cumberland State Park

You can take time to visit South Cumberland State Park during your travels to Monteagle. Discover the mountain views and restaurants in this family-friendly area.

South Cumberland State Park
Boley Lake, at Babcock State Park in the New River Gorge, West Virginia

Clifftops Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Clifftops Lake during your travels in Monteagle.

Clifftops Lake

Monteagle Sunday School Assembly

Find out about the history of Monteagle with a stop at Monteagle Sunday School Assembly. Discover the area's mountain views and restaurants.

Monteagle Sunday School Assembly