Little Debbie Park

Little Debbie treats have been part of childhoods across the nation for generations, but the company behind sweet snacks like Honey Buns, Nutty Bars, Cosmic Brownies and Swiss Rolls have given a variety of its offerings the larger-than-life treatment at this park in Collegedale, Tennessee. 

Located on the outskirts of Chattanooga, Collegedale is home to McKee Foods, the company behind the Little Debbie brand. The McKee family donated 10 acres of land to the city of Collegedale, which later opened as Little Debbie Park in June 2023. Since then, local families have stopped by to play or go for a walk, and vacationers to Chattanooga or Gatlinburg have made a point to stop on the way to their destination.

Travelers can pose for a photo next to an oversized red, green and white Christmas Tree Cake, then play and climb on the giant Cosmic Brownie or grab a seat on the Oatmeal Creme Pie and Nutty Bars benches. Beyond the giant treats, there is plenty of traditional playground equipment, including climbing nets, balance beams and a four-person seesaw as well as spinning chairs and a sensory dome for little ones with heightened sensitivities. 

Another space is dedicated to music and has outdoor instruments installed that invite kids to explore and create new sounds. The park is also surrounded by a large hill, which makes the space feel separated from the city surrounding it. 

A walking path encircling Little Debbie Park has 16 porch swings so parents can take a break as the kids play. It also connects to the city of Collegedale’s greenway, which runs 4 miles through the city. While visiting the park, be sure to walk the storybook trail that tells the story of the McKee family and Little Debbie snacks. 4698 Swinyar Dr., Collegedale, Tennessee 37363, 423/468-1971, mckeefoods.com; collegedaleparksandrec.com