Origin
Huntingdon Forest, TN
Night in Huntingdon Forest on Sunday
Local time
9:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Huntingdon Forest, TN to Lookout Mountain, TN
Drive Time
34m
Distance
23.1 mi
37 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 32m
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6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 41m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 36m
3 PM
0h 37m
5 PM
0h 40m
8 PM
0h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Huntingdon Forest, TN
Jason Gooljar
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick excursion through Tennessee, the 23.1-mile journey from Huntingdon Forest to Lookout Mountain is an ideal candidate for a half-day outing. You can expect to complete this trip in about 34 minutes, making it a highly efficient drive that does not require an overnight stay. With a modest fuel budget of $4, this route is as budget-friendly as it is convenient. Navigating from the Southeast region to your destination involves a straightforward path via US 27, South Scenic Highway, and Broad Street. Because the total distance is so manageable, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your arrival time without worrying about fatigue. It is a practical, no-fuss trek that gets you exactly where you need to be with minimal road time.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
11.6 miles from Huntingdon Forest, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive is clearly highway-focused, with 64% of your travel occurring on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time on US 27, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 14.8 miles. As you transition from the initial highway segments onto South Scenic Highway and Broad Street, the pace shifts from a steady cruise to more localized driving. Expect a consistent experience behind the wheel, as the route lacks any mandatory stops, allowing you to maintain momentum throughout the entire 34-minute duration. The road personality here is functional and direct, prioritizing speed and efficiency over winding, technical backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 27 is the longest continuous segment at about 14.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 27 and South Scenic Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Hunting Circle.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 23.1 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Hunting Circle): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Gann Road): Navigation decision point; at 17.6 miles (US 27): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Hunting Circle
Turn right onto Hunting Circle
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Gann Road
At end of road, turn right onto Gann Road
Navigation decision point
6
17.6 mi into trip
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~25m in
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US 27
Keep slight left at fork onto US 27
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
17.8 mi into trip
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~25m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 11, US 64, US 41: Lookout Mountain, Broad Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 11, US 64, US 41: Lookout Mountain, B...
6
18 mi into trip
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~25m in
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US 11; US 41; US 64; US 72 / Broad Street
Turn right onto US 11; US 41; US 64; US 72 / Broad Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 27 | 14.8 mi | 17m |
| South Scenic Highway | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Broad Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Gann Road | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| Thrasher Pike | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Stonedge Point | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Cummings Highway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Scenic Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 27
— 14.8 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Huntingdon Forest, TN and Lookout Mountain, TN.
1
Start on this road
216 ft
·
12 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto Hunting Circle
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
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Hunting Circle
3
At end of road, turn right onto Gann Road
1.2 mi
·
3 min
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Gann Road
4
Turn left onto Thrasher Pike
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
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Thrasher Pike
5
Keep slight right at fork onto Thrasher Pike
1.0 mi
·
2 min
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Thrasher Pike
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
7
Merge onto US 27
15 mi
·
17 min
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US 27
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 27
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
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US 27
Use the straight lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward US 11, US 64, US 41: Lookout Mountain, Broad Street
10
Turn right onto US 11; US 41; US 64; US 72
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Broad Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on US 11; US 41; US 64; US 72
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Cummings Highway
12
Turn left onto SR 148
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
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South Scenic Highway
13
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 148
1.4 mi
·
2 min
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South Scenic Highway
14
Continue on SR 148
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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Stonedge Point
15
Continue on SR 148
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
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Scenic Highway
16
Arrive at destination
SR 148
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 23.1-mile drive, you have the advantage of total scheduling flexibility. You do not need to worry about planning for rest stops, as the duration is brief enough to complete in one go. To ensure the smoothest experience, keep your $4 fuel budget in mind before you head out, as there are no planned stops along the way to manage your logistics. Because the route relies heavily on US 27, it is wise to monitor traffic reports for that specific 14.8-mile stretch to avoid any unexpected delays. Use the simplicity of this trip to your benefit by departing whenever it best suits your personal schedule rather than trying to beat heavy traffic patterns.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 11.6 miles from Huntingdon Forest, TN, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 23.1 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.6 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lookout Mountain, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Huntingdon Forest, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Huntingdon Forest, TN
This is one driving day of about 23.1 miles and 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Huntingdon Forest, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 27 for about 14.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.6 mi from Huntingdon Forest, TN · 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
12 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 23.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.6 miles from Huntingdon Forest, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lookout Mountain, TN
The final approach into Lookout Mountain, TN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Lookout Mountain, TN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.51 one way
$7.02 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $3.87 | $7.74 |
| premium | $4.80 | $4.36 | $8.72 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.13 | $10.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.43 | $1.11 |
| Efficient EV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.02 | $0.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.23 | $1.48 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Lookout Mountain, TN
Night in Lookout Mountain on Sunday
Local time
9:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
27 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
34m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Huntingdon Forest, TN to Lookout Mountain, TN covers 23.1 miles and takes about 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 27, South Scenic Highway, Broad Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.6 miles from Huntingdon Forest, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.51 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 23.1 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Hunting Circle): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Gann Road): Navigation decision point; at 17.6 miles (US 27): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Huntingdon Forest, TN to Lookout Mountain, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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