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Volunteer Landing – Sunsphere Observation Tower loop from West Hills

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Volunteer Landing – Sunsphere Observation Tower loop from West Hills

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Volunteer Landing – Sunsphere Observation Tower loop from West Hills

02:33

40.1km

360m

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: June 13, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 12.9 km for 51 m

After 15.9 km for 64 m

After 25.5 km for 85 m

After 27.1 km for 233 m

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14.3 km

Volunteer Landing

Highlight • River

Volunteer Landing is a small, riverside park offering swings, fountains, and a handful of river access options. The is a popular spot for fishing and boating. The UT Lady Volunteer …

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15.3 km

James White Fort

Highlight • Historical Site

James White's Fort is the origin of the settlement that became the city of Knoxville. It was built in 1786 by George Washington's Secretary of War during the Revolutionary War, James White.

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17.6 km

Neyland Greenway terminus

Highlight • Cycleway

This spot marks the end of the Neyland Greenway. If you choose to continue past this point under the bridge, you can reach Governor Ned McWherter Riverside Park where there …

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25.5 km

Church Street United Methodist Church

Highlight • Religious Site

Construction of the new building began in March 1930 and was completed the following year, with the first worship service held in January 1931. The church is built from Crab …

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26.8 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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27.2 km

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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29.5 km

Three Rivers Rambler Station

Highlight • Rest Area

29.8 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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40.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.1 km

12.1 km

8.59 km

1.67 km

1.28 km

303 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

28.2 km

9.74 km

2.06 km

< 100 m

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Friday 3 July

36°C

23°C

84 %

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Volunteer Landing – Sunsphere Observation Tower loop from West Hills

Volunteer Landing

James White Fort

Neyland Greenway terminus

Church Street United Methodist Church

Waters of the World

Sunsphere Observation Tower

Three Rivers Rambler Station

Tyson Park

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