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Holston River and French Broad River forming the Tennessee River

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.

This water installation was created for the 1982 World's Fair in Knoxville. This area provides views of the iconic Sunsphere in the background of the fountains and splash pads.

The Sunsphere was built for the 1982 World's Fair in Knoxville. It provides views of the city and the surrounding Great Smoky Mountains from the top of a four-story tower. You can lock your bike up and venture to the top for $5.

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 keeping watch for kids dashing about. Laps around the fountains also provide views of the iconic Sunsphere tower perched at the park's edge. Waters of the World makes a refreshing, lively pit stop along Knoxville runs.

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 with nature. Located within the 13.5-acre preserve, this special five-acre woodland area aims to create unstructured play experiences for children to experience. Unlike traditional playgrounds, it features shallow creeks, boulders, trees, and other nature-inspired elements, encouraging imaginative play and sensory exploration. Open daily from 8 am to sunset, the Playscape is accessible through a trail starting at the Ijams Adventure Camp area. While designed with kids in mind, adults are encouraged to enjoy the space too. Picnicking is welcome, but dogs are not allowed to ensure a safe environment for children. Bike racks are available, but the path system is intended for pedestrians, with biking trails located elsewhere in the quarry parking lot.

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 hike, run and mountain bike, a large quarry to fish and paddle in, a rock climbing crag with 12 bolted routes, and a nature center with an educational raptor center. From the tranquil river-side paths close to the center, to the rugged Quarry and Natural Area Trail System across the road along Meads Quarry, Ijams Nature Center provides an exceptional outdoor experience for people of all ages.

There is a beautiful flower garden here consisting of different flowers and shrubs. The Knoxville Garden Club even hosts a plant sale at this location each year.