Fort Oglethorpe sits just over the state line south of Chattanooga, mostly in Catoosa County with a piece in Walker County. The city grew up around the old Army post, and today it borders the Chickamauga Battlefield, part of the Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park. Many neighborhoods have older homes on established lots with big, mature trees.
Common jobs in Fort Oglethorpe
- Large, old oaks near houses that are dropping limbs, rotting at the base, or leaning.
- Trees at the edge of the park. Homes next to the battlefield often have limbs from park trees over the property line. Only trim on your side, and never on federal land.
- Pines and sweetgums in newer neighborhoods.
- Storm damage. Split limbs and uprooted trees after spring and summer storms.
- Stump grinding. Georgia 811 locates come first.
Georgia-side details
Being in Georgia changes some practical things. Utility locates go through Georgia 811, your power company is likely Georgia Power or North Georgia EMC rather than EPB, and burning brush follows Georgia's rules. Most crews just chip and haul everything, which avoids the burn question entirely.
Get a Fort Oglethorpe quote
Call (423) 356-6500 or use the form below. Let us know if your lot borders the park, and send a photo of the tree.
Common questions
A tree from the battlefield park is hanging over my yard. Can I cut it?
The Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park is federal land, and its trees are managed by the National Park Service. Don't cut or remove anything on park property. If a park tree threatens your home, contact the park. You can generally have branches trimmed back to your property line, but get the line confirmed first.
My house is in the historic district. Are there extra rules?
Possibly. Historic districts sometimes review changes that affect a property's look, including big trees. Check with the City of Fort Oglethorpe before removing a large tree in a historic area.