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Founders Park – Limestone Cove Recreation Area loop from East Tennessee State University

Founders Park – Limestone Cove Recreation Area loop from East Tennessee State University

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Founders Park – Limestone Cove Recreation Area loop from East Tennessee State University

06:27

139km

1,650m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 14, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 2.43 km for 238 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.55 km

Founders Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Founders Park is a 5-acre green space located in downtown Johnson City. There are several trails that take you through the park, as well as picnic tables and benches.

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24.3 km

Limestone Cove Recreation Area

Highlight • Rest Area

Limestone Cove Recreation Area is right off of Highway 107 and next to North Indian Creek. It is a great place to take a break with picnic tables, shade and a bathroom. It is a popular place for trout fishing also.

Tip by

86.9 km

Spivey Gap Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

Just down the road from Spivey Gap Trailhead is Spivey Gap Recreation Area, which offers camping amenities. The parking at Spivey Gap Trailhead is just some pull-off spaces on the side of the road. The Appalachian Trail climbs from the road in both directions from here.

Tip by

136 km

Johnson City

Highlight • Settlement

Johnson City is situated at the Appalachian foothills and is a popular destination for hikers. There are several multiuse trails that cut through the city, as well as numerous trails in the nearby hills.

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136 km

C&O Depot

Highlight • Historical Site

The C&O Depot in Johnson City, Tennessee, originally served as the Carolina, Clinchfield & Ohio Railway station, playing a pivotal role in the city's development as a major rail hub in the early 20th century. Today, the restored building functions as the Johnson City Visitor Center, preserving its historical significance while welcoming travelers to the region.

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139 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

112 km

23.5 km

2.53 km

934 m

257 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

136 km

3.15 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,130 m)

Lowest point (490 m)

Weather

Today

Monday 13 July

26°C

18°C

98 %

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Founders Park – Limestone Cove Recreation Area loop from East Tennessee State University

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Limestone Cove Recreation Area

Spivey Gap Trailhead

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C&O Depot

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