Another traditional cache placed on Maclellan Island with the
express permission of the owners. This ammo box is within sight of
the rookery, but you do not have to go up onto or under the
observation deck.
Maclellan Island is a primitive river island in the middle of
the Tennessee River, privately owned by the Chattanooga Audubon Society and maintained as a
wildlife sanctuary.
There is no admission fee for day use, but you must obtain a
permit from the Society before you go. (Call 423-892-1499.) Please
note also that other caches may be placed here only by
permission.
Maclellan Island is only accessible by boat, canoe, or kayak: it
is a designated stop on the Tennessee River Blueway. Commercial
transportation can be arranged with the Chattanooga Ducks or the
Chattanooga Water Taxi. There's a permanent (non-floating) metal
dock with railings at the southeast end of the island, and there is
a mud beach with a canoe rack on the north side marked by a
prominent sign.
The Island is about half a mile long with well-marked and mapped
trails, but there is no fresh water, no electricity, and at the
moment, no toilet facilities. Campsites are being developed.
Remember that this is an uninhabited river island that is being
maintained in largely-natural condition as a wildlife sanctuary.
Children should be closely supervised. Bring insect repellant
during summer months.
