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Scenic Running Trails in Tennessee
Tennessee has 331 trails with scenic views in this directory, across 88 cities and towns — Knoxville, Chattanooga, Nashville, Crossville and 84 more. Waterfronts, overlooks and river loops: the trails that get you out of the door.
The 250 most-reviewed in Tennessee
Ranked by local reputation — rating weighted by review count. Use the filters to narrow them, or open a city below for the full local list.
Centennial Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 15,454 reviews
Urban recreation area with a Parthenon replica & museum, plus a band shell, dog park & gardens.
Shelby Farms Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 12,300 reviews
4,500 acres with biking & horse trails, many bodies of water for fishing & boating plus playgrounds.
Fall Creek Falls State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 8,904 reviews
Vast recreation area with a lodge, camping & a restaurant, plus an 18-hole championship golf course.
Coolidge Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 7,873 reviews
Waterfront park with a restored historic carousel, an interactive play fountain & open spaces.
Cummins Falls State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 4,860 reviews
Historic site of 2 former mills is now a popular spot for swimming & hiking.
Burgess Falls State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 4,682 reviews
Foot trails from moderate to strenuous difficulty lead to 4 waterfalls cascading into a large pool.
Point Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 4,336 reviews
Elevated memorial park, featuring Civil War monuments, artillery & exhibits, plus sweeping vistas.
Cumberland Mountain State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 4,132 reviews
Campsites, hiking trails & picnic pavilions around a lake with a Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course.
Radnor Lake State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 4,073 reviews
1,368-acre park featuring a visitor center & 6 hiking trails that showcase native wildlife & plants.
Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium
4.7 ★★★★★ 3,667 reviews
This vast park with 25 miles of trails features a planetarium, a pioneer museum & fishing spots.
Warriors' Path State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 3,592 reviews
Lakeside recreation area with disc golf, mountain biking & attractions designed for accessibility.
Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 3,231 reviews
Hiking trails, waterfalls & an abundance of archaeological & Native American history exhibits.
Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 3,075 reviews
Dog-friendly park featuring a wooded 3.8-mi. roundtrip path with river views & a footbridge.
Paris Landing State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,946 reviews
841-acre park on a former steamboat landing with 2 fishing piers, a golf course & swimming pool.
Steele Creek Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,757 reviews
2,200-acre lakefront park with paddleboating plus regular & disc golf, a mini train & nature trails.
Norris Dam State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,610 reviews
Rental cabins & campsites offer housing for visitors who fish, boat & ski in the reservoir.
Panther Creek State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,591 reviews
This vast park offers 17 hiking trails, 7 miles of horseback riding trails & year-round fishing.
David Crockett State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,623 reviews
Creekside park with walking trails, camping & cabins, plus boat rentals & a massive swimming pool.
Concord Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,554 reviews
Recreation area with par-3 golf course, asphalt skate park with 3 ramps & cove with sand volleyball.
Warner Parks
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,444 reviews
Public forest & green space with hiking & equestrian trails, bicycle routes & athletic fields.
Dunbar Cave State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,539 reviews
Home to a historic cave, this park offers bank fishing, 3 hiking trails & diverse wildlife.
Tennessee Riverpark
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,414 reviews
Landscaped trail tracing a 10-mile river dotted with public art, picnic tables & fishing piers.
McGregor Park & Cumberland Riverwalk
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,462 reviews
Charming park hugging the Cumberland River, with picnic areas, a museum, trails & a boat ramp.
Ijams Nature Center
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,394 reviews
Wetlands & rock formations fill urban nature park with 10 miles of trails plus bike & canoe rental.
Dogwood Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,305 reviews
Green space with a performance pavilion, an interactive fountain & accessible, fenced-in playground.
Charlie Daniels Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,296 reviews
Family-friendly setting with playgrounds, plus tennis, basketball & sand volleyball courts.
Laurel Falls Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,243 reviews
National park area featuring a moderately strenuous paved trail leading to a popular waterfall.
Enterprise South Nature Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,889 reviews
Wooded 2,800-acre park offering walking & biking trails, picnic areas, a lake & a visitor center.
Frozen Head State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,780 reviews
24,000-acre park with a scenic observation deck, dense forest areas, hiking & tent campsites.
Concord Cove Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,817 reviews
Park offering a playground, volleyball court, picnic tables, and baseball field, plus a swimming area.
Greenbelt Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,793 reviews
Peaceful riverside greenspace popular for walking, biking, picnics & sunset views.
Cane Creek Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,696 reviews
262-acre park with BBQ/picnic shelters, trails, a playground & a lake for boating & fishing.
Moss-Wright Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,688 reviews
Comprising 147 acres & including several ballfields plus a large playground, trails & picnic tables.
Long Hunter State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,650 reviews
Park with hiking & biking trails, fishing plus Native-American archaeology site with mound.
Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,547 reviews
Interpretive exhibits on 18th-century history plus a trail with signs detailing events of the area.
Rotary Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,453 reviews
Popular destination for hiking and mountain biking, with a playground and creek.
Founder's Park at Campbell Station
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,400 reviews
This 17-acre green space features lighted walking paths, outdoor sculptures & picnic pavilions.
Red Clay State Historic Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,339 reviews
State park with Native American exhibits & cultural activities, plus picnic areas & an amphitheater.
Pinkerton Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,356 reviews
Public recreation area with walking trails, picnic pavilions & extensive playground equipment.
Standing Stone State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,338 reviews
Park with woods, meadows, streams & a lake features hiking trails, cabins, lodges & campsites.
Sunset Rock
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,241 reviews
Rocky cliff overlooking a valley & Battle of Wauhatchie site with a steep hiking trail.
Crockett Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,234 reviews
This 164-acre park features an amphitheater, sports fields, a historic events space & a playground.
Athens Regional Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,237 reviews
Spacious public park with lighted sports facilities, a conference center & a disc golf course.
Clarksville Greenway
4.9 ★★★★★ 1,152 reviews
This 4.6-mi. asphalt path along a former railway allows walking, biking & skating.
Gallatin Miracle Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,166 reviews
Public recreation area with fields for soccer & softball, plus a disc-golf course & fenced dog run.
Melton Lake Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,157 reviews
173 miles of shoreline with boating, picnic shelter, playground, pavilion & sand volleyball court.
Fort Dickerson Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,186 reviews
Expansive 1,000-acre city park featuring hiking trails, a swimming quarry & Civil War sites.
Cherokee Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,180 reviews
Kid-friendly haven featuring a splashing area, disc golf, playgrounds and lake access.
Short Springs Natural Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,071 reviews
Well-known locale featuring scenic waterfalls & nature trails in tranquil surroundings.
Pickett CCC Memorial State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,045 reviews
Park within a state forest features a 12-acre lake, hiking trails & varied lodging options.
Mississippi River Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 997 reviews
Relaxed riverfront park with serene sunset views, play areas, fire pits & picnic tables.
Lee Victory Recreation Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 969 reviews
Park with lit tennis, volleyball & basketball courts, softball & football fields, plus pavilions.
Gregory Mill Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 938 reviews
Neighborhood park with a large splash pad, sheltered picnic/grill area & paved walking trail.
Pinnacle Park, Bristol TN
4.6 ★★★★★ 859 reviews
Park featuring a variety of stores and a movie theater, plus a public restroom.
Beaman Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 811 reviews
A diverse, 1,700-acre park featuring a nature center & hiking trails at all levels of difficulty.
Bowie Nature Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 810 reviews
Forested trails, a treehouse playground & an education center highlight this nature preserve.
Fred Deadman Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 835 reviews
Amenities such as a playground, picnic shelters & ballfields, plus a pathway along the river.
The Park at Harlinsdale Farm
4.7 ★★★★★ 813 reviews
200-acre public park on a historic horse farm, with hiking trails, a dog park & a sports arena.
Billy Dunlop Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 850 reviews
City park with scenic views, featuring a playground, picnic areas, fishing & walking trails.
Shelby Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 785 reviews
300-acre green space offering playgrounds, baseball fields, golf courses, a boat ramp & a dog run.
Fletcher Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 797 reviews
70-acre park offering wooded walking & biking paths, picnic pavilions & a Japanese garden.
Holston River Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 781 reviews
Kids-friendly park featuring a grassy soccer field and fishing docks.
Cason Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 733 reviews
Scenic park on local trail network with pavilions, a playground & restroom facilities.
Little Debbie Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 698 reviews
Kid-friendly recreational area featuring a playground and a zip line.
Forks of the River Wildlife Management Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 712 reviews
Sprawling public park with over 50 miles of interconnected trails, forested expanses & a river.
City Lake Natural Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 706 reviews
Charming park featuring a waterfall along with walking paths and picnic tables.
Cypress Grove Nature Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 751 reviews
Destination for quiet walks through dense woodlands, with lake views & birds-of-prey sightings.
Granny White Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 682 reviews
Outdoor activity place with lighted tennis courts & baseball diamonds, plus a playground & pavilion.
Marcella Vivrette Smith Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 674 reviews
Vast farm property featuring walking trails, forested wildlife habitats & a 19th-century mansion.
House Mountain State Natural Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 648 reviews
Knoxville-area nature preserve featuring views from the top of a mountain along with hiking trails and picnic tables.
Searcy Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 661 reviews
Greenway featuring waterfalls, an old hydro dam and a boat ramp.
Jim Warren Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 659 reviews
This park features a variety of sports fields, plus a playground, fishing pond, skate park & trail.
Sequoyah Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 634 reviews
City park set on 87 acres, offering picnic spaces, playing fields & 2.6 miles of greenways & trails.
Okeena Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 653 reviews
City park with a pool, trails, picnic area, playground, basketball and volleyball courts, and more.
Martyrs Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 586 reviews
Waterfront, landscaped area named for those who helped others during the 1878 yellow fever epidemic.
Rock Creek Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 611 reviews
Family-friendly park featuring a creek with ducks and fish and also turtles, goats and other creatures.
Cameron Brown Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 565 reviews
Large park with a lake, football/soccer field, softball fields, tennis courts & picnic/grill sites.
Riverfront Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 569 reviews
Relaxed option with plentiful fishing areas, boat docks, playgrounds & shaded picnic spots.
A K Bissell Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 546 reviews
Shady park featuring an amphitheater and playground in the eastern half, as well as a swimming pool and senior center.
Anchor Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 530 reviews
Lakefront park with a playground and plenty of trails, plus picnic spaces.
Blue Hole
4.8 ★★★★★ 518 reviews
Relaxed area featuring several waterfalls, some with swimming areas and one 4-tiered cascade.
Centennial Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 550 reviews
Public park featuring baseball fields, basketball courts and a playground.
Haw Ridge Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 523 reviews
A riverfront park on a peninsula, with wildlife & fishing, plus hiking & biking opportunities.
Lock 4 Park - The Point
4.7 ★★★★★ 507 reviews
Park with a lake, picnicking, and hiking, plus mountain biking.
Harvey Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 508 reviews
Community space with a creek and a playground featuring a wheelchair-accessible swing.
Liberty Garden Park & Arboretum
4.7 ★★★★★ 489 reviews
Tree-filled green space with walking paths, a stately gazebo & a small monument honoring veterans.
Percy Priest Lake Overlook
4.7 ★★★★★ 485 reviews
Popular destination featuring a lake for swimming and picnics, plus hiking trails.
Mark S. Brown Municipal Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 481 reviews
Picturesque park featuring a duck pond, a creek and a fountain, as well as tennis courts and a playground.
Audubon Acres
4.5 ★★★★★ 501 reviews
Tranquil park along a creek featuring wooded trails, seasonal wildflowers & tube & canoe rentals.
Harpeth River State Park - Hidden Lake
4.7 ★★★★★ 475 reviews
Forested park featuring a lakeside trail, as well as an old quarry and 1920s resort remains.
Shutes Branch Recreation Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 480 reviews
Naturalistic parkland on the banks of a lake named after former president Andrew Jackson.
Yale Road Neighborhood Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 485 reviews
Popular neighborhood space (open space), perfect for a picnic, with a pond and a playground.
Whitsett Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 492 reviews
Cozy, dog-friendly city park featuring walking trails, a sizable playground & creek access.
Harpeth River State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 431 reviews
Hiking trails to the point where the river passes through an 1800s tunnel, creating a waterfall.
Fiery Gizzard State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 437 reviews
Hiking & primitive camping are popular activities within these 30,899 acres of forest & waterfalls.
Wolftever Creek Greenway
4.8 ★★★★★ 425 reviews
Paved trail showcasing a war memorial and playground, along with a dog park and benches.
Sharp's Ridge Veterans Memorial Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 451 reviews
Smoky Mountains veterans’ memorial park offering hiking, picnicking, bird-watching & skyline views.
Virgin Falls State Natural Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 419 reviews
Over 1,000 acres of picturesque wilderness with hiking trails, campsites, waterfalls & caves.
Aspen Grove Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 437 reviews
Forested park offering a creekside loop trail, children's playground & picnic pavilion on 14 acres.
Tweetsie Trail Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 419 reviews
Easy, generally level route featuring rock tunnels as well as scenic stops along the way.
Obed River Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 445 reviews
Wooded riverside park featuring an arboretum & a paved trail for walking, jogging & biking.
Laurel Fork Falls
4.8 ★★★★★ 407 reviews
Trail leading to a waterfall in a wilderness area with rocky paths and inclines.
Mary’s Oak Trailhead, Clarksville Greenway
4.7 ★★★★★ 412 reviews
Greenway trailhead for walking and biking alongside the banks of the Red River and West Fork Creek.
Garner Street Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 423 reviews
Relaxed, tree-filled, dog-friendly park featuring tennis courts, a playground and walking trails.
Owl Creek Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 374 reviews
Grassy neighborhood park with a playground, picnic shelter, basketball courts & walking paths.
Stringers Ridge Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 380 reviews
Park featuring various trails for hiking and mountain biking.
Laurel Falls Trailhead and Appalachian Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 356 reviews
Scenic hiking route featuring waterfalls and creek views.
Veteran's Memorial Park Of Collegedale
4.8 ★★★★★ 351 reviews
Scenic park featuring monuments, flags (including each state) and military vehicles, along with a creek.
Eastern Flank Battle Field Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 355 reviews
Park sited on the grounds of a Civil War battle with 110-acres of fields, shade trees & trails.
Melton Hill Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 369 reviews
Park featuring a picnic area, playground, and trails, plus a boat launch and swimming.
Blue Goose Hollow Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 353 reviews
Clean park, with a paved walkway and sculptures where many people bike, walk or picnic.
General Bragg Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 350 reviews
Peaceful park with paved trails for walking and biking, and picnic tables amid greenery around a river.
Kodak-Northview Optimist Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 357 reviews
Park offering a playground, basketball courts, ball fields, picnic tables, a disc golf course, and a baseball field.
Sarah Benson Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 344 reviews
Well-maintained park with jogging trails, sports fields, picnic areas & a garden designed for pets.
Raccoon Mountain Chattanooga Overlook
4.8 ★★★★★ 333 reviews
Clean mountain trails and scenic vistas accessible by car.
Guild-Hardy Trailhead, Lookout Mountain Trails
4.6 ★★★★★ 343 reviews
Shaded trail, featuring a waterfall and bike-riding trails, plus scenic overlooks.
Window Cliffs State Natural Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 330 reviews
Popular outdoor recreation area featuring 275 acres of rocky terrain crisscrossed by creeks.
J. Travis Price Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 334 reviews
Recreational area featuring playgrounds, sports fields, disc golf and ball courts, along with a greenway and other walking paths.
Dave King Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 346 reviews
Community part with 4 lighted softball fields, a playground, concessions & restrooms.
Stones River Greenway Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 308 reviews
Paved multi-use trail popular with walkers, runners, and cyclists, featuring bridges and scenic views.
Sevierville Greenway
4.6 ★★★★★ 319 reviews
Clean park featuring a paved walkway along a river and featuring ducks and geese.
Sharp Springs Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 318 reviews
360-acre park offering sports fields, fishing ponds, picnic shelters & an 18-hole disc golf course.
Kohl's Greenway Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 304 reviews
Scenic trail for walking, biking and running, plus fishing and kayaking.
Jacob's Nature Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 324 reviews
Easy and moderate hiking trails through the woods and along creeks, plus picnic pavilions.
I.C. King Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 321 reviews
Waterfront expanse with shore & pier fishing, non-motorized boating & trails for hiking or biking.
Timberland Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 294 reviews
Wooded park on the Natchez Trace Parkway featuring hiking trails, picnic areas & a butterfly garden.
Third Creek Greenway Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 299 reviews
Peaceful greenway for walking and jogging amongst the trees, plus biking.
Riverpoint
4.8 ★★★★★ 274 reviews
Clean waterfront trail popular for jogs, bike rides and picnics.
Richland Creek Greenway - McCabe Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 270 reviews
Peaceful paved trail system through trees & scenic areas, with pet-friendly access & an outdoor gym.
Rock Springs Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 305 reviews
Kid-friendly park with a playground for swings and slides, plus paved trails for walking and jogging.
Murfree Spring Wetlands
4.6 ★★★★★ 277 reviews
Quiet preserve featuring wetlands, wildlife spotting, a playground and paved trails.
Deep Well Trailhead - Warner Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 244 reviews
Hiking area featuring varied terrain, including fields and woodlands, plus picnic tables.
Johnson Road Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 247 reviews
Clean city park offering a disc golf course, two ponds and a play area.
International Harvester Managerial Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 252 reviews
City park offering a small trail, benches, and picnic tables, plus fishing and a lake.
Peeler Park Greenway Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 245 reviews
Vistas of the Cumberland River are a highlight at this park with miles of paved paths for bikes, deer, and other wildlife.
Bull Run Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 259 reviews
Relaxed park with a grassy area and shady trees, plus a boat ramp and picnic facilities.
River Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 240 reviews
Popular park along the Little Harpeth River featuring basketball courts, a playground and paved trails.
Wolf River Greenway - Shady Grove Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 230 reviews
Scenic hiking, running and biking area featuring paths and trails, some paved and some not.
The Trails at Fontanel
4.5 ★★★★★ 245 reviews
Shady spot for scenic walks and hikes on wooded trails.
Deerwood Arboretum & Nature Center
4.6 ★★★★★ 228 reviews
Paved, shaded arboretum, featuring creek views, plus picnic spots.
Pepper Branch Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 223 reviews
Recreational area featuring a disc golf course, slides, climbing wall, and picnic areas.
Eureka Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 227 reviews
Multipurpose trail for hiking, biking and horses.
Kingsport Greenbelt Trail Head
4.7 ★★★★★ 221 reviews
8-mi. wooded path for walking, running & biking with wetlands, picnic areas & views.
Pine Hill Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 214 reviews
Public park with a playground, picnic tables, and walking trails, plus restrooms.
Hilltop-Rosenwald Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 226 reviews
Relaxed community space featuring a playground, basketball courts and a walking trail.
Davies Plantation Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 221 reviews
Paved walking trail & lake-view park featuring picnic tables, swings and playground equipment.
Northern Boundary Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 216 reviews
Family-friendly area with numerous trails for hiking, biking and strolling.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 224 reviews
Playground featuring covered picnic tables and walking paths.
Gatlinburg Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 210 reviews
Popular, level hiking and biking trail along a creek with remnants of old cabins.
Judge Fulton Greer Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 219 reviews
This park features tennis & volleyball courts, soccer fields, a playground & a walking trail.
Winstead Hill Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 208 reviews
Compact green space & former Civil War battle site with paved walking trails & memorial monuments.
Shelby Bottoms Greenway Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 205 reviews
Greenway alongside the Cumberland River with paved trails for hiking and biking.
Bryant Grove Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 201 reviews
Scenic hiking trail through cedar groves, along a lake, with picnic tables and restrooms.
Winding Stairs Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 195 reviews
Relaxed park featuring waterfalls (including the namesake Winding Stairs), plus hiking trails and picnic tables.
Lenoir City Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 195 reviews
Shady park featuring a playground, along with picnic tables and volleyball courts.
Julia Falls Overlook
4.7 ★★★★★ 190 reviews
Picturesque spot on Signal Mountain offering panoramic views of the Tennessee River Gorge.
Walter Hill Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 194 reviews
Park featuring trails for walking and biking, and picnic areas.
Tower Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 198 reviews
Park featuring soccer fields, paved trails and dog parks for large and small dogs.
Porters Creek Trail Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 184 reviews
Natural area, featuring a cabin and waterfalls along gravel trails.
Buffalo Mountain Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 184 reviews
Hilly, dog-friendly nature area offering forested hiking trails to waterfalls & panoramic overlooks.
Wolf River Refuge Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 173 reviews
Hiking area with well-marked trails, plus opportunities for biking and swimming.
Owl's Hill Nature Sanctuary
4.6 ★★★★★ 180 reviews
Nature sanctuary with 300 acres and educational programs dedicated to the conservation of native flora and fauna.
Laurel Hill Wildlife Management Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 179 reviews
14,942-acre year-round site featuring a campground, fishing lakes, horse trails & hunting areas.
William Hastie Natural Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 174 reviews
Recreational area for walking, running, and mountain biking with trails and picnic tables.
Lakeview Loop Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 166 reviews
Kid-friendly park with scenic overlooks offering wide-ranging views.
Overlook Nature Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 165 reviews
Easy, scenic hiking trail through woodland and along a creek, with river views and vistas.
Old Forest State Natural Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 167 reviews
Paved and gravel paths and trails for hiking, jogging, biking and walking at an urban park adjacent to a zoo.
Haw Ridge Park Bicycle Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 162 reviews
Family-friendly outdoor recreation spot with trails for hiking and mountain biking.
Black Mountain Trail/Overlook
4.8 ★★★★★ 161 reviews
Scenic park and recreation area, with a loop trail, a cave, and an old homestead.
The Cumberland River Bicentennial Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 164 reviews
Scenic trail along the Cumberland river (or parts of it) with views of waterfalls.
Tennessee Riverpark Wheland Foundry Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 162 reviews
Park featuring a paved trail for walking and biking, along with a restroom.
High Ground Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 155 reviews
Civil War-era park with wooded trails and views of the city and Smokies.
Ravenwood Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 155 reviews
Peaceful greenery featuring paved trails, for walking and cycling, plus kayaking.
Concord Park East Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 150 reviews
Well-maintained park boasting lake vistas, woodland areas, golf and multiple trails for hiking and biking.
Raccoon Mountain Mtb Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 143 reviews
Park, featuring hiking and mountain-biking trails plus scenic views and a visitor center.
Mill Creek Park & Greenway
4.6 ★★★★★ 149 reviews
Paved, well-kept trail for running, biking and dog-walking.
Elza Gate Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 148 reviews
Park featuring a short loop trail past a wetlands observation area to a historic cemetery.
Veterans Memorial Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 141 reviews
Small, shaded park featuring picnic tables and a waterwheel, plus paved walkways.
Veteran's Memorial Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 133 reviews
Paved greenway featuring a walking and biking trail that runs along a creek.
Maryville Greenway
4.8 ★★★★★ 133 reviews
Serene waterside park with forested areas, sprawling lawns & several walking & biking trails.
Liberty Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 130 reviews
Park with a pond, dog park, and boat launch, plus a walking trail, and event center.
Wolf River Nature Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 123 reviews
Long trails for biking, jogging and walking through woods and along the Wolf River.
Bells Bend Outdoor Center
4.6 ★★★★★ 127 reviews
Environmental education & outdoor recreation facility with nature programs, guided hikes & displays.
Bearwaller Gap Trail - Tater Knob Overlook Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 124 reviews
Country hiking area with a short trail leading to a scenic overlook of a lake and dam.
Roaring River Falls trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 126 reviews
Trail, flanked by rock formations, features a waterfall and a swimming area.
Blue Blazes Trail
4.1 ★★★★☆ 136 reviews
2-mi. loop trail along ancient shorelines via forests & swamps, with a Tennessee River overlook.
Walton Ferry Arboretum
4.7 ★★★★★ 117 reviews
Relaxing nature preserve with lake access and trails for walking, jogging and bird watching, plus trees and a butterfly garden.
Overall Street Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 115 reviews
Trail leading to a creek, plus a picnic area and river views in a relaxing setting.
Middle Fork Bottoms State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 115 reviews
State park providing trails for walking, running, and biking, plus ponds and a fishing area.
Wolf River Nature Area (East)
4.8 ★★★★★ 110 reviews
Green space for walking and jogging through woods and along the Wolf River.
Hughes-College Hill Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 112 reviews
Public park featuring a children's playground.
Stringer's Ridge Spears Ave. Trailhead
4.5 ★★★★★ 116 reviews
Kid-friendly park and trail system with restrooms, picnic tables, grills, and scenic views.
Shelby Bottoms - Forrest Green Trailhead
4.9 ★★★★★ 106 reviews
Sprawling park for cycling, walking and running with trails along the Cumberland River, plus wildlife.
Nat Caldwell Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 119 reviews
Recreational park with lake access, offering boat ramps & covered picnic shelters with grills.
Sellars Farm State Archaeological Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 110 reviews
A 15-foot-wide 1.4-mile loop trail through forests that features an ancient burial mound.
Percy Warner Hiking Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 103 reviews
Hiking, walking and horse trails, along with a 2.5-mile loop and scenic views.
Station Camp Greenway Hiking Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 105 reviews
Long, clean, paved walkway and biking area with a bridge and creek.
Frazier McEwen Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 110 reviews
Greenway access, a playground, and picnic areas highlight this city park.
Wade Bourne Nature Center
4.8 ★★★★★ 100 reviews
Playground & walking-trail area with a nature center featuring exhibits, taxidermy & bird feeders.
Duck Island Warriors' Path
4.7 ★★★★★ 102 reviews
Lakefront park for boating and fishing, featuring paved walking trails and a playground.
Sycamore Shoals State Park - Carter Mansion
4.6 ★★★★★ 104 reviews
Built in 1775–80, this historic frame house features seasonal tours and special events.
Ritchie Hollow Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 104 reviews
Waterfall hikes that are moderate and steep at points, with waterfalls along the way.
Whitetop Creek Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 104 reviews
Athletic complex featuring softball & lighted soccer fields, plus a perimeter walking trail.
Sevierville Parks & Recreation
4.5 ★★★★★ 102 reviews
This community center offers a bowling alley, gymnasium, fitness center, a playground & picnic area.
Sterchi Farm Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 97 reviews
Park featuring trails, a river ramp, and picnic tables, plus restrooms.
Ridgefields Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 93 reviews
Popular, peaceful place for walks, picnics and biking, and for kids to play, with playground equipment.
Twin Creeks Trail Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 93 reviews
Easy, well-traveled 4.5-mile round-trip trail through the woods, with a preserved 1880s cabin.
Soldier Beach Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 87 reviews
Flat walking and hiking trail leading to a beach with picnic tables and benches.
Central Valley Trailhead
4.5 ★★★★★ 90 reviews
Hiking area featuring a paved path, disc-golf course and equestrian trails.
Long Hunter State Park Day Loop
4.7 ★★★★★ 86 reviews
Hiking area featuring well-marked and rugged trails with lake views.
Milltown Dam
4.4 ★★★★☆ 87 reviews
Dam and river area, with swimming options and canoe, kayaking and fishing opportunities.
Memorial River Greenway
4.7 ★★★★★ 81 reviews
Paved pathways winding through this riverside green space for strolls, runs and bike rides.
Prayer Mountain
4.8 ★★★★★ 78 reviews
Scenic spot featuring a hiking trail and prayer board with sunset views.
V&E Greenline
4.5 ★★★★★ 79 reviews
Scenic trail for outdoor recreation and walking, located in Midtown.
Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 72 reviews
Scenic drive featuring waterfalls and free campgrounds as well as picnic spots.
The Bluffs
4.7 ★★★★★ 71 reviews
Easy hiking trails, plus a bluff overlooking the Tennessee River and downtown Knoxville.
Wilderness Station
4.9 ★★★★★ 68 reviews
Wilderness and nature area with hiking trails, educational classes, and animal exhibits.
The Sabbath Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 69 reviews
Scenic and kid-friendly hiking trail with rocks and plaques discussing the Sabbath.
Trailhead for Stonehenge Trail
4.5 ★★★★★ 72 reviews
Rolling trail through the woods and residential areas featuring a golf course.
Jones Mill Mountain Bike Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 70 reviews
Mountain bike trails spread across 8–9 mi, marked by colored signs.
Battlefield Trail Hilltop
4.9 ★★★★★ 64 reviews
Park offering a hiking trail for sunset views and picnics.
Trotter Bluff TVA Small Wild Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 68 reviews
Trail that's easy to navigate and dog-friendly, with scenic views of the Douglas Dam.
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