A visit to Knoxville puts you right in the middle of some of the most beautiful and distinct land in the nation.
The city rests on the banks of the Tennessee River and in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. The beauty and natural resources surrounding Knoxville mean limitless opportunities for fun and adventure. Not only is our land and water beautiful, but you can also enjoy them year-round as Knoxville is in a temperate climate zone. The summers are green and gentle, and the fall is magnificent as the hills light up in brilliant autumn hues. Winters are brief, and spring arrives early with dogwoods, azaleas and beautiful flowers. Visit www.outdoorknoxville.com to start your adventure!
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Knoxville's newest Fly Shop located in West Knoxville near the District in Bearden. Three Rivers Angler was started to celebrate the resources at hand while at the same time fostering a dialogue concerning the region’s past, present, and future. Open 10 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays.
5113 Kingston Pike
Knoxville, TN 37919
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Located in North Knoxville, Adair and Sue Clancy Greenways are a series of loops within Adair Park. The total length of the greenways is 1.1 miles and is used for walking, running, bicycling, and walking dogs. The greenways connect to Adair Park and Adair Creek.
Located in West Knoxville, this greenway is a westward extension of Third Creek Greenway. Many historic markers along the greenway tell the history of Bearden Village. This route is 2.1 miles and is used for walking, running, bicycling, and walking dogs. This greenway connects to Third Creek Greenway, West High School and Bearden Elementary School.
Bike Knoxville continues to set the standard in historic site, bicycle touring; providing educational information, group interaction, knowledgable ride leaders, and lots of fun. Sit back, relax, and leave the planning to us! We work hard to deliver the best bicycle tours in the immediate Knoxville area.
609 Sedgley Drive
Knoxville, TN 37922
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Located in West Knoxville, Cavet Station Greenway connects directly to Ten Mile Creek Greenway and Knox County's Walker Springs Park. This greenway is exactly one mile and is used for walking, running, bicycling, and walking dogs. The greenway connects to the Wal-Mart located on Walker Springs Road.
Entracnces at 1066 N Gallaher View Rd and 324 N. Gallaher View Rd
Knoxville, TN 37923
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Located in South Knoxville, the Charter Doyle Greenway is a loop that surrounds a playground and tennis courts along with greenspace in the Charter Doyle Park. The length is 0.4 miles and is used for walking, running, bicycling, and walking dogs. The greenway connects to Charter Doyle Park.
Chilhowee Park is available for rental and has more than 80 acres of park-like setting, large paved parking lots, and a full-time staff, Chilhowee Park is a complete, year-round exposition center.
Located in South Knoxville, Community Unity Greenway is 0.6 miles and is used for walking, running, bicycling, and walking dogs.
Located in North Knoxville, Fountain City Greenway loops around Fountain City Park. This greenway is for walking, running, bicycling, and walking dogs and features a beautiful view of a natural spring and a display water fountain. The greenway is 0.3 miles long and connects to Fountain City Park.
Fort Loudon Lake is formed by the Holston, French Broad and Little Tennessee rivers and is 55 miles long and 360 miles of shoreline. Loudon, Blount and Knox counties surround Fort Loudon Lake. This lake offers year-round recreation including: boating, fishing, waterskiing, jetskiing, swimming, camping, public parks, public lake access areas and much more.
c/o Loudon County Chamber of Commerce
318 Angel Row
Loudon, TN 37774
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Located in South Knoxville, Gary Underwood Greenway is a loop trail goes around the Gary Underwood Park. The length of the loop is 0.8 miles and is used for walking, running, bicycling, and walking dogs. The greenway connects to Gary Underwood Park and the South Knoxville Optimist Club Building.
This old, traditional course features small, undulating greens and tree-lined fairways. Water hazards (ponds) come into play on at least two occasions, and numerous mature trees can affect your shots. Green FeesWeekday - $100.00 (18 holes), $100.00 (9 holes) Weekend - $100.00 (18 holes), $100.00 (9 holes) Dress Code: No Denim, Collared Shirt and Bermuda Shorts RequiredReservations: 7 Days in Advance -- Starting at 8:00
Located in East Knoxville, the Holston River Greenway makes a loop arond a large green open area and is used for walking, running, bicycling, and walking dogs. The length of the greenway is two miles and is connected to the Holston River Park.
Located in East Knoxville, the Holston-Chilhowee Greenway is located off of Asheville Highway next to the Holston River. The greenway is one mile long and is used for walking, running, and walking dogs. The route connects to the Holston Chilhowee Park and the Milton Roberts Recreation Center.
Ijams Nature Center is a wildlife sanctuary and environmental education center encompassing more than 275 acres of protected woodlands and meadows and the reclaimed Mead's Quarry site, all open for exploration via seven miles of nature trails including a boardwalk on the Tennessee River. Ijams Exhibit Hall houses a collection of animals that are native to East Tennessee in addition to educational interpretation about our environment and the natural world. Seasonal events include music concerts, owl prowls, canoe trips, plant sales and guided nature walks.
2915 Island Home Avenue
Knoxville, TN 37920
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Located in Downtown Knoxville, the James White Greenway runs parallel to th Tennessee River and connects to the Neyland Greenway at the mouth of First Creek. The greenway then continues east and connects to Governor Ned McWherter Riverside Landing Park. This location offers scenic views and the opportunity to view wildlife that may be seen along the river. The length is one mile and is used for walking, running, bicycling, and walking dogs.
Located in West Knoxville, the Jean Teague Greenway connects West Hills Elementary School to the West End Church of Christ. The route continues through West Hills/John Bynon Park and then ends in the parking lot of the church. The length is 1.9 miles and is used for walking, running, bicycling, and walking dogs.
Entrances at 421 N Winston Rd, 501 Vanosdale Rd, 7624 Sheffield Dr
Knoxville, TN 37923
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A 44-acre "secret garden" that is preserved and restored for the benefit and enjoyment of the public with historic landscape that has been carefully restored and expanded.
2743 Wimpole Avenue
Knoxville, TN 37914
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Host your next special event at Knoxville Zoo where we have facilities that can accommodate up to 2,000 people. Our scenic landscape provides a wonderful backdrop for elegant weddings and company picnics; Knoxville Zoo offers truly unique settings where memories are made. When it comes to setting a truly exotic stage for your special event, no place compares to Knoxville Zoo.
3500 Knoxville Zoo Drive
Knoxville, TN 37914
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Located in West Knoxville, the Lakeshore Greenway is a large loop that runs partially along the Tennessee River. While on the greenway, wonderful views of Fort Loudon Lake can be seen. The greenway is 2.25 miles long and is used for walking, running, bicycling, and walking dogs. The greenway connects to Lakeshore Park.
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