Knoxville parks offer plenty of places to spend time outdoors, from waterfront walking trails to neighborhood green spaces. Throughout Knoxville and nearby Farragut, you’ll find parks with playgrounds, fishing areas, boat launches, and scenic places to relax.
Whether you’re looking for a walking trail close to home or a park to visit on the weekend, these local parks offer a variety of recreational opportunities.
Admiral Farragut Park
Address: 9950 S Northshore Drive, Knoxville, TN 37922
Located in West Knoxville, Admiral Farragut Park provides outdoor recreation near Fort Loudoun Lake. Visitors can enjoy walking trails, disc golf, fishing, and picnic areas.
Anchor Park
Address: 11730 Turkey Creek Road, Farragut, TN 37934
Anchor Park is located along Turkey Creek in Farragut. The park features walking paths, a fishing pier, playground equipment, picnic areas, and grills. It’s a convenient place for families to spend an afternoon outdoors.
Concord Park East & West
Address: 10909 S Northshore Drive, Knoxville, TN 37922
Concord Park is one of the area’s larger waterfront recreation destinations. Located along Fort Loudoun Lake, the park includes walking paths, fishing access, picnic areas, and a dog park. Its East and West sections provide different ways to enjoy the shoreline.
Carl Cowan Park
Address: 10901 S Northshore Drive, Knoxville, TN 37922
Carl Cowan Park offers access to Fort Loudoun Lake in West Knoxville. Amenities include walking trails, picnic areas, a boat launch, dog park, and splash pad.
IC King Park
Address: 3440 Alcoa Highway, Knoxville, TN 37920
IC King Park is known for its wooded trails and natural setting. The park offers opportunities for hiking and mountain biking, along with areas for walking dogs and enjoying the outdoors.
Island Home Park
Address: 2225 Estelle Circle, Knoxville, TN 37920
Located along the Tennessee River in South Knoxville, Island Home Park provides a waterfront setting with a canoe launch, fishing access, picnic areas, tennis courts, and a playground.
Lakeshore Park
Address: 5930 Lyons View Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919
Lakeshore Park is a popular destination in West Knoxville, with paved walking trails and views of the Tennessee River. The park also features open fields, picnic areas, and event spaces. Its rolling terrain provides scenic views of the surrounding area.
Marine Park
Address: 2201 Alcoa Highway, Knoxville, TN 37920
Marine Park provides access to the Tennessee River and Fort Loudoun Lake. The park includes a public boat launch, fishing opportunities, and picnic areas.
McFee Park
Address: 917 McFee Road, Farragut, TN 37934
McFee Park is a family-friendly park in Farragut with paved walking trails, playground areas, a splash pad, picnic facilities, and a dog park.
Riverside Landing Park
Address: 1648 Riverside Drive, Knoxville, TN 37915
Located along the Tennessee River near downtown Knoxville, Riverside Landing Park offers waterfront walking paths, fishing access, picnic areas, and a playground.
Scottish Pike Park
Address: 2807 Scottish Pike, Knoxville, TN 37920
Scottish Pike Park is a smaller neighborhood park in South Knoxville. It provides open green space and a place for walking or enjoying time outdoors.
Sequoyah Hills Park
Address: 1400 Cherokee Boulevard, Knoxville, TN 37919
Sequoyah Hills Park stretches along the Tennessee River in one of Knoxville’s established residential neighborhoods. The park is known for its scenic walking paths along Cherokee Boulevard, open lawns, and river views. It’s a popular location for walking, jogging, and spending time outdoors.
