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Sharp's Ridge Veterans Memorial Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 451 Google reviews · Running trail in Knoxville, Tennessee · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- 4.7 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Sharp's Ridge Veterans Memorial 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.
Smoky Mountains veterans’ memorial park offering hiking, picnicking, bird-watching & skyline views.
What runners say about Sharp's Ridge Veterans Memorial Park
“The wooded trails are beautiful and give the whole area a peaceful feel, especially once you get away from the road noise.”
“The wooded trails are beautiful and give the whole area a peaceful feel, especially once you get away from the road noise.”
Quick spot to escape from the city life. Surplus of trails to explore and plenty of spots if you’re looking to sit or picnic. Definitely recommend checking it out if you’re looking for a quiet spot to reflect.
Not bad however this is more for mountain bikers than it is for hikers. I had to keep getting out of the way for bikers and on the side of a cliff that is not the safest thing
Amazing little hike! Found a little slot to see downtown Knoxville/The Sunsphere, which was the cherry on top! Highly recommend to anyone looking for something close to the city, but still feels like you have your own little corner of the world.
Great hiking trail that goes uphill gradually so it is really easy. Beautifully wooded trails. There’s just not a lot of parking at the trail head.
Trail conditions & character
“Recently completed improvements have made most of the eastern picnic area in the park accessible and improved the accessibility of the overlook.”
“Parking and picnic areas around the park (check the map), and is a multi-use trail for mountain biking as well - stay alert and keep to the right side of the path”
“The wooded trails are beautiful and give the whole area a peaceful feel, especially once you get away from the road noise.”
“The trail has a steady uphill climb, but it is gradual enough that it never feels too difficult or overwhelming.”
“Recently completed improvements have made most of the eastern picnic area in the park accessible and improved the accessibility of the overlook.”
Plan your run at Sharp's Ridge Veterans Memorial Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- Distance4.7 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
- At the trailheadparking — 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.
- Websiteknoxvilletn.gov
- Phone(865) 215-4311
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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