Lakeshore Park is a 185-acre general recreation public park located along the Tennessee River in Knoxville, TN. It's a joint project managed by the non-profit Lakeshore Park Conservancy and the City of Knoxville, offering extensive greenways, sporting facilities, event venues, and beautiful natural landscapes.
Lakeshore Park is open to the public from dawn to dusk daily. Specific facilities within the park may have different operating hours.
Yes, domesticated house pets are welcome at Lakeshore Park. We ask that all pets be kept on a leash and that you clean up after your pet.
The park has several free parking areas. For current parking locations and future plans, please refer to the Park Map on our Visit page.
Supporting Lakeshore Park
While Lakeshore Park is a public park, it relies on private donations to maintain and grow. You can support the park by 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.
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.