Over 60 miles of natural surface trails within Knoxville’s Urban Wilderness provide unparalleled hiking experience for adventurers of all skill levels. A variety of terrain and destinations creates great views, great adventures and the chance to return again and again for a new experience.There are fourteen trailhead destinations within the Urban Wilderness, each with their own unique characteristics and offerings.
The majority of these trails are multi-use natural surface, either packed dirt or crushed rock, but some short connections are on paved greenway or streets. Several miles of hiking, foot traffic only trails can be found at Ijams Nature Center, Mead’s Quarry, and High Ground Park.
Restrooms and water are available at Ijams Nature Center and the Ijams Quarries. Water stations are available spring through fall at the Helix Trailhead and the end Marj McClean trail leaving William Hastie Natural Area.
Please obey these guidelines for a safe activity and to help maintain the trails: -Natural trails have uneven surfaces and obstacles – use at your own risk. -Plan ahead, know your ability and hike within your limits. -Obey all signs.
Please obey these guidelines for a safe activity and to help maintain the trails: -Natural...
There are plenty of places to explore in the Urban Wilderness. These are a couple of suggested trail loops to make your Urban Wilderness experience an adventure!
There are plenty of places to explore in the Urban Wilderness. These are a couple of suggested trail...
Don't step off trail unless you absolutely must when yielding. Going off trail can damage or kill certain plant or animal species, and can hurt the ecosystems that surround the trail. Always practice Leave No Trace principles: Leave rocks, vegetation, and artifacts where you find them for others to enjoy.
Easy - 1-2 miles with easy terrain and little elevation gain. Moderate - 2-4 miles with moderate terrain and some elevation change. Challenging - 4 or more miles OR varying terrain.
Over 60 miles of natural surface trails within Knoxville's Urban Wilderness provide unparalleled hiking experience for adventurers of all skill levels.
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hiker: hikers going uphill have the right of way. On occasion an uphill hiker may let others come downhill while they take a breather, but remember that's the uphill hiker's call.
The original Naismith's rule from 1892 says that one should allow one hour per three miles on the map and an additional hour per 2000 feet of ascent. It is included in the last sentence of his report from a trip. The basic rule assumes hikers of reasonable fitness, on typical terrain, and under normal conditions.
The three points of contact rule is simple. When climbing or descending ladders, trucks and equipment, always maintain contact with one hand and two feet, or two hands and one foot. If you maintain three points of contact while you climb, you can limit your exposure to slips and falls.
Naismith's Rule: is 19½ minutes per mile, plus 30 minutes for every 1,000 feet of ascent. A good rough estimate on reasonably easy ground with well marked trails. Book Time: is 30 minutes per mile, plus 30 minutes for every 1,000 feet of ascent, rounded off to the nearest 5 minute increment.
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