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Melton Hill Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 369 Google reviews · Running trail in Knoxville, Tennessee · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Melton Hill Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Park featuring a picnic area, playground, and trails, plus a boat launch and swimming.
What runners say about Melton Hill Park
“I wish people were more careful to keep the place clean.”
“This is right at the tip of the iceberg very calm and connected to all these beautiful homes that there building in the area.”
This is right at the tip of the iceberg very calm and connected to all these beautiful homes that there building in the area. You can also dock your boat or take the trail to see an island in the middle of melton hill lake. Enjoy
My favorite park, boat ramp area, lots of open spaces to play, walking paths, places to get in water or put boards in ..playground, nice place to put in for paddleboarding, and great area to walk your dog.
First time hitting this spot and it’s amazing for photoshoots and offboarding into the River. Some great pathways (paved and unpaved), can’t wait to come back :) Paved pathway is fairly accessible and wheelchair friendly, only a few light hills of elevation to be concerned about.
Great park. Volleyball court is always open and the swings are a real blast. Got to be careful what time you go depending on the season, because sometimes the park is overrun with wedding and baby photography sessions. Beautiful trails. Real nice cliff with easy access back up.
Trail conditions & character
“This is right at the tip of the iceberg very calm and connected to all these beautiful homes that there building in the area.”
“You can also dock your boat or take the trail to see an island in the middle of melton hill lake.”
“playground, nice place to put in for paddleboarding, and great area to walk your dog.”
“It would be much better if they have real bathrooms with running water.”
Plan your run at Melton Hill Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websiteoutdoorknoxville.com
- Phone(865) 215-6600
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–8 PM |
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