Lookout Mountain, Mentone, Alabama
5105 County Rd 103
Peaceful natural setting! Escape to “Dog Trot Cabin", a brand new 4 bedroom, 3 bath retreat perched atop Lookout Mountain in picturesque Mentone, Alabama. Professionally designed to reflect the area’s natural beauty, this spacious cabin offers the perfect balance of rustic charm and modern comfort — ideal for families, couples, or groups seeking a relaxing mountain getaway.
Inside, you’ll find a fully equipped kitchen, two wood burning fireplaces, and stylish, mountain inspired decor. The outdoor deck is a perfect spot to enjoy fresh mountain air, unwind in the private hot tub, or grill dinner with a view. The front porch rocking chairs invite you to slow down and take in the peaceful mountain scenery. While the setting is quiet and wonderfully remote, you’ll appreciate the convenience of a grocery store just 15 minutes away at Ft. Payne, Alabama.
The property features access to hiking trails, a fishing pond, and endless opportunities to explore nature. You’re just minutes from Little River Canyon National Preserve and the McLemore Golf Club. The nearby artsy town of Mentone is home to local shops, cafes, and galleries filled with regional charm. For a fun filled day trip, drive 45 minutes to Chattanooga or venture out a bit further to Nashville - approximately 2-hour drive.
“Dog Trot Cabin” at Lookout Mountain – where modern comfort meets natural beauty! We look forward to hosting you!
If you’re traveling with a larger group or prefer nearby accommodations, our company manages several other beautiful cabins in the area — please inquire for availability.
LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN ADVENTURES:
LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN FLIGHT PARK – TANDEM HANG GLIDING
7201 Scenic Hwy, Rising Fawn, GA
Fly 1,500 to 3,000 feet above the valley floor at the largest full-time hang-gliding school in the USA. An ultralight
plane tows you and a certified instructor into the sky before releasing you to glide on mountain thermals.
LULA LAKE LAND TRUST
5000 Lula Lake Rd, Lookout Mountain, GA
Hike through a highly protected, pristine conservation ecosystem featuring a turquoise lake and a 120-foot waterfall.
Note: Strictly limited to "Open Gate Days" (first and last weekends of the month) to protect rare flora.
Advance online reservations are mandatory.
RUBY FALLS LANTERN TOURS
1720 S. Scenic Hwy, Chattanooga, TN
Navigate the historic cavern system in complete darkness armed with only hand-held lanterns. You will walk the
narrow stone pathways to view the 145-foot underground waterfall illuminated entirely by ambient flame.
SUNSET ROCK BOULDERING AND CLIMBING
248 W. Brow Rd, Lookout Mountain, TNScale the mountain's iconic sheer sandstone cliffs. Known nationwide in the climbing community, the western brow of
Lookout Mountain provides world-class traditional climbing routes and rugged boulder fields right off the hiking trail.
REFLECTION RIDING ARBORETUM & NATURE CENTER
400 Garden Rd, Chattanooga, TN
Explore a "hidden gem" outdoor botanical landscape at the very base of the mountain slopes. It offers a unique 317-
acre framework where you can rent canoes to paddle along Lookout Creek, walk through a native wildlife rescue
pasture, or explore a multi-story custom treehouse.
NIGHT SKIES UNDER THE STARS:
CLOUDLAND CANYON YURTS, CAMPING AND DARK SKY STARGAZING
122 Cloudland Canyon Park Rd, Rising Fawn, GA
World-class camping, glamping, and stargazing. Camp along one of the most rugged, beautiful sandstone gulches in
the Southeast. Rent traditional tent sites, secluded walk-in loops, or fully equipped luxury glamping yurts right on the
trail system.
BACKCOUNTRY AND HORSEBACK RIDING TRAILS:
SHADY GROVE HORSE RANCH
13 Rd 948, Mentone, ALFacebook
A premier mountain destination for equestrian lovers exploring the Lookout Mountain plateau. Provides scenic trail
rides that wind through quiet ridge lines, offering wide overlooks and immersive access to the natural mountain flora
and Desoto falls.
TRAILS END RANCH
224 Trails End Rd, Chickamauga, GA
Explore the peaceful, dense hardwood forests of the mountain the traditional way on a guided horseback trail ride
designed for all skill levels, from beginners to expert riders.
AGRITOURISM AND FLOWER FIELDS
FOX MOUNTAIN FARM
145 Fox Mountain Rd, Rising Fawn, GAFacebook
A gorgeous, family-friendly organic u-pick flower and berry destination. Pick massive buckets of fresh wildflowers and
peonies in early summer, followed by organic blueberries. They also offer rugged, guided mountainside Adventure
Tours via side-by-side vehicles to hidden waterfalls, caves, and rock boulders.
THE BAKER’S FARM
677 County Rd 626, Mentone, ALInstagram
A peaceful, versatile homestead and retreat setting dedicated to permaculture and native horticulture. Explore
spectacular cut-flower gardens, stroll paths alongside roaming sheep and cattle, or wander through year-round
greenhouses teeming with native plants and pitcher plants.
LOOKOUT LAVENDAR FARM
1039 North Moore Rd, Rising Fawn, GA
Walk through fields of fragrant purple blooms tucked into a serene mountain valley. Pick your own fresh lavender
bouquets, watch live oil distillation, and join custom floral workshops.
Open seasonally during the peak summer bloom (typically June to early July).
THE BARN AT HIGH POINT FARMS
263 Parrish Lane, Flintstone, GA
A boutique, family-owned farm located on the lush lower slopes of the ridge. Attend specialized flower-picking events
and garden design workshops focusing on sustainable farming.