Whitwell, TN

Tucked into the scenic Sequatchie Valley at the base of the Cumberland Plateau, Whitwell offers quiet small-town living with mountain views in every direction. The Sequatchie River winds along the edge of town, giving residents easy access to kayaking, fishing, and open green spaces. Originally a bustling coal town, modern Whitwell is a tight-knit community located about thirty miles northwest of Chattanooga. Local heritage is a big point of pride, seen in both the Coal Miners Museum and the internationally known Children's Holocaust Memorial at the middle school. For newcomers, it provides a peaceful rural retreat with friendly neighbors and plenty of room to breathe.