Location: Oak Ridge
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What to do and see in Oak Ridge, Tennessee (TN): The Best Nature & Parks
Oak Ridge is a city in Anderson and Roane counties in the eastern part of the U.S. state of Tennessee, about 25 miles (40 km) west of Knoxville. Oak Ridge's population was 29,330 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Knoxville Metropolitan Area. Oak Ridge's nicknames include the Atomic City, the Secret City, the Ridge, and the City Behind the Fence.
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1. Coal Creek Motor Discovery Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
2. Melton Lake Greenway
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5.0 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By 592francesg - Oak Ridge, United States
A hiking trail along this beautiful greenway allows you to enjoy the river and quiet around you. Paved walkway.
3. Haw Ridge Park
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4.5 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By flscott66 - Knoxville, United States
When my wife and I moved to Knoxville a few years ago we discovered Haw Ridge. What we immediately loved about it was we could hike the ridge itself (great trails of various difficulty levels) or cycle the paved path that runs begins at the park beside Melton Hill Lake and runs quite a few miles, finally terminating at Elza Gate Park. The cycling and hiking is the Park's main attraction however many Kayakers put into the lake/river there and I often see people fishing. The trail isn't too busy, even on the weekends and the views are beautiful. I highly recommend you give it a shot if you haven't been there before.
4. Emory Valley Greenway
5. University of Tennessee Arboretum
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4.5 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By 592francesg - Oak Ridge, United States
This is a wonderful place to hike an enjoy the woods around you. Beautiful in spring time and fall. Easy access.
6. AK Bissell Park
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3.5 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By KatyrJ - Oak Ridge, United States
It is beautiful and the ability to ring the bell for peace and remembrance is a lovely gesture. AK Bissell Park is a beautiful location to walk or just enjoy being outdoors. It also houses the Secret City Commemorative Wall.
