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Ijams Nature Center – Knoxville Urban Wilderness loop from Knoxville

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Ijams Nature Center – Knoxville Urban Wilderness loop from Knoxville

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Ijams Nature Center – Knoxville Urban Wilderness loop from Knoxville

02:32

41.5km

330m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 18, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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3.94 km

Ijams Nature Center

Highlight • Natural

Ijams Nature Center is a recreational gem, at just minutes from downtown Knoxville. As part of Legacy Parks Foundation's initiative, this 300-acre preserve features over 40 miles of trails to …

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4.37 km

Mead's Quarry Lake

Highlight • Lake

The quarry is a fan-favorite spot in the warmer months. Kayaking, canoeing, and swimming is allowed in the water and there is tons of wildlife to view from flowers to fish to freshwater jellyfish.

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4.65 km

Ijams Nature Playscape at Grayson Subaru Preserve

Highlight • Forest

The Ijams Nature Playscape at Grayson Subaru Preserve, which was generously funded by Grayson Subaru and Subaru of America, offers a unique space for children and their caregivers to connect …

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8.63 km

Knoxville's Urban Wilderness is an outdoor adventure area where you can hike, bike, climb, paddle, or simply spend time in the woods. It connects five city parks to historic sites, playgrounds, lakes, and a 600-acre wildlife area.

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33.7 km

Lost Chromosome Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

Lost Chromosome Trailhead is at the parking area for Knoxville Head Start. Here bikers can find a map of the Knoxville Urban Wilderness area and a nice water refill station.

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41.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

27.8 km

7.62 km

5.97 km

183 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

25.3 km

16.0 km

221 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (320 m)

Lowest point (250 m)

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Ijams Nature Center – Knoxville Urban Wilderness loop from Knoxville

Ijams Nature Center

Mead's Quarry Lake

Ijams Nature Playscape at Grayson Subaru Preserve

Knoxville Urban Wilderness

Lost Chromosome Trailhead

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