Williams Island Fall Cookout

Williams Island Cookout- Fall 2026

Join the Tennessee River Gorge Trust and Lodge Cast Iron at Williams Island for a fall cookout surrounded by the beauty of the Tennessee River Gorge!

Chef Kris from Lodge Cast Iron will be cooking up a delicious meal on the island with Lodge Cast Iron cookware from 4:30–7:00 p.m. The menu will include Cast Iron Phillies (with a vegetarian option), sides, dutch oven cobbler, and ice cream! Participants will be shuttled over to the island on TRGT’s boat followed by a short hike to the old organic farm for a campfire style dinner.

Where: Williams Island; participants will meet at 613 Terminal Road, Chattanooga, TN at 4:30 pm to board the shuttle.

When: November 19, 4:30–7:00 p.m

What to Bring: Dress for the weather and bring your own camp chair.

Age: 10 and up

Cost: Free!

Please consider supporting the Tennessee River Gorge Trust and our work to conserve and care for the Tennessee River Gorge. Our suggested donation amount is $40 per person- Donate to TRGT here

Composting provided by:

Menu:

Main – Cast Iron Phillies

Beef (ribeye)
Chicken (thighs)
Peppers/Onions/Mushrooms (separate to act as topping or veggie option)
Cheese sauce
Rolls

Sides

Grilled asparagus
Potato chips

Dessert

Camp Dutch Oven Apple Cobbler
Clumpies Ice Cream