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Forks of the River Wildlife Management Area

Overview: Forks of the River Wildlife Management Area is rated 4.7/5 from 707 Google reviews. This wildlife refuge offers a variety of trails, from wide and paved to narrow and rugged, suitable for walking and biking. Amenities: Reviewers often mention seating and covered spots. Crowd: Reviews describe a friendly crowd of owners and dogs.

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4.7(707 reviews)

Overview: Forks of the River Wildlife Management Area is rated 4.7/5 from 707 Google reviews. This wildlife refuge offers a variety of trails, from wide and paved to narrow and rugged, suitable for walking and biking. Amenities: Reviewers often mention seating and covered spots. Crowd: Reviews describe a friendly crowd of owners and dogs.

People say this wildlife refuge offers a variety of trails, from wide and paved to narrow and rugged, suitable for walking and biking. They highlight the well-marked and maintained trails, with scenic views of the river and overlooks with benches. They also like the easy slopes and the reasonable amount of traffic.

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owners who want shade, seating, and water accesslonger visits with useful park amenities

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Address3140 McClure Ln, Knoxville, TN 37920, USA
Phone(800) 332-0900
City pageKnoxville
Imported fromKnoxville, TN

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owners who want shade, seating, and water accesslonger visits with useful park amenitieswildlife refugeparktourist attraction6 Google photos707 reviewsOpen now

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S Magocsa month ago

Nice place for walking. Hunting area so be sure to follow signs and posted dates. Some pretty wildlife, have seen Hawks, eagles and deer here. If you use the forks of river parking area you do not have to pay the ijams parking fee. Road is gravel but can do in low clearance car if careful

Nida Kirmani8 months ago

So wonderful! Got lost in the trails, some of which were overgrown. Don't follow google maps, which isn't up to date. Lovely spot though! Would love to visit when the sunflowers are in bloom.

Jay Anona year ago

A very well maintained area located minutes from downtown Knoxville. Great for dove and waterfowl hunting, it also has a gorgeous sunflower field as well as a paved walking track winding through the area. Benches are located along the path to take breaks or to sit and just admire the scenery. A great way to spend some time and get some exercise that doesn't have to cost anything. And of course dogs are welcome though they do need to be leashed.

Ellen Donahue5 months ago

Beautiful pathways, nice view on the river. Easy access. Great for bikes or walking

Hayhay2 years ago

Great place to walk/run, trail is paved and relatively flat. There is a an extended trail at the end of the paved one or you can make it a loop and turn off on the gravel… that can go back to the parking lot… it’s where the sunflowers and silo are. Dog and bike friendly. Sunflowers every other year. No bathrooms, but there are public restrooms down the road at ijams. Recommend bug spray.

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  • Monday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Thursday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Friday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Saturday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Sunday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM

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