About the Park

Lakeshore Park is a 185-acre general recreation public park located in Knoxville, TN. The park is privately funded public park managed by the non-profit Lakeshore Park Conservancy and owned by the City of Knoxville. With approximately 1 million annual visitors, Lakeshore Park is the most visited public park in Knoxville. 

Events in the Park

From presentations & workshops, to fundraisers & walking tours - there's something for everyone to see and do at Lakeshore Park! See what special events are coming to the Park this season.

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Common Park Questions

You can support the park by volunteering, becoming a Friend of Lakeshore Park through donations, purchasing items from our park store, or making tribute and memorial donations. More details are available on our Support page.

Donation levels include Gardener ($100), Arborist ($250), Trailblazer ($500), Creek Explorer ($1,000), Woodland Scout ($2,500), and River Keeper ($5,000). Other donation amounts are also welcome.

The park has several free parking areas. For current parking locations and future plans, please refer to the Park Map on our Visit page.

For additional queries, you can contact the Lakeshore Park Conservancy office at (865) 215-1722 or visit our website for more contact options.

We hope this FAQ provides helpful information about Lakeshore Park. If you have further questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to ensure your experience at Lakeshore Park is enjoyable and memorable.