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Sunsphere Observation Tower – Tyson Park loop from Knoxville

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Sunsphere Observation Tower – Tyson Park loop from Knoxville

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Sunsphere Observation Tower – Tyson Park loop from Knoxville

01:59

7.55km

70m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 20, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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131 m

Sunsphere Observation Tower

Highlight • Monument

The elevator takes you up to a height of approximately 80 meters. The glass sphere you enter is covered in 24-carat gold, hence its golden color.
This tower was designated …

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2.39 km

Tyson Park

Highlight • Rest Area

This recreational area is a beautiful spot to walk by the river banks. There's also a picnic area as well as a playground and several tennis courts.

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3.32 km

Grassy Mound on Third Creek Greenway

Highlight (Segment) • Natural Monument

Third Creek Greenway is a paved path that runs along Third Creek for just over 5.3 miles. Third Creek Greenway meets the 3-mile-long Neyland Greenway at the mouth of Third Creek along the Tennessee River.

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3.92 km

Third Creek Greenway & Neyland Greenway intersection

Highlight • Trail

This trail intersection marks the end of the Third Creek Greenway. Here, one has the opportunity to view a variety of wildlife with Third Creek being on one side of the path and the UT Gardens being on the other.

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4.92 km

View of Norfolk Southern railroad bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The construction of this bridge began before the Civil War, and nowadays it's a rather iconic spot in Knox County. Many greenways lead to this bridge.

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6.92 km

Waters of the World

Highlight • Structure

Runners can cool off mid-stride at the Waters of the World in Knoxville's World's Fair Park. The splash zone situated near the playground offers overheated joggers a rejuvenating dip, while …

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7.55 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.41 km

122 m

Surfaces

5.41 km

1.87 km

250 m

Elevation

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Weather

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Thursday 25 June

31°C

16°C

22 %

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Sunsphere Observation Tower – Tyson Park loop from Knoxville

Sunsphere Observation Tower

Tyson Park

Grassy Mound on Third Creek Greenway

Third Creek Greenway & Neyland Greenway intersection

View of Norfolk Southern railroad bridge

Waters of the World

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