Ijams Nature Center

HIGHLIGHTS:

315-acre wildlife sanctuary featuring gently sloping woodlands that houses an array of habitats and exhibits; Navitat Canopy Adventure Zipline; Tranquil pedestrian-only trails plus 10 miles of multi-use trails that wind through the rugged terrain at old Meads and Ross Marble Quarries, past unique rock formations and scenic overlooks; 25-acre quarry lake offers fishing, paddling and swimming; ADA adaptive dock at Ijams River Landing provides access to the Tennessee River for non-motorized boats; Ijams Crag offers 33 routes as a local climbing spot for beginners to experts; Ijams is a favorite start location for road cyclists to travel the backroads

Seasonal bikes, SUP, canoe and kayak rentals are available from River Sports Outfitters

Connects: Marie Myers Park, Knoxville’s Urban Wilderness, Will Skelton Greenway, Meads Quarry, Tennessee River, Navitat Canopy Adventure Zipline