When Tommy Schumpert was Knox County executive, he looked for county-owned land to expand parks. One site was handy to Fountain City and the Gibbs community – Beverly Park was …
Knoxville: Play like a visitor
Visit Knoxville has released its 2023 official visitor’s guide in both print and digital formats. Check it out here. It’s packed with so much information and fun that even the …
Fall in love with Fall Creek Falls
Have you visited Fall Creek Falls State Park recently? The cabins remain, but the original lodge has been replaced with a resort-style hotel. Amenities include outdoor pool, fire pits, dining, …
Want to Bioblitz?
Twenty-five years ago, some ambitious folks set out to identify every species in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Discover Life in America (DLIA) is marking its 25th anniversary with …
Eagles visit Reelfoot Lake
Each winter, hundreds of bald eagles visit Reelfoot Lake State Park to explore the flooded cypress forest and hunt for fish. This Tennessee State Parks link shows cabins and campsites …
Start the New Year with great hikes
Friday, January 6
Full Moon Hike: 5:30 p.m., Seven Islands State Birding Park. Cost $10. Info: Seven Islands State Birding Park at 715-630-6848. We’ll walk along the Accessible Bobwhite Trail and …
Legacy Parks looks ahead to 2023
Each year, Legacy Parks focuses on projects with great impact. Some projects are big and some are small, but they all encourage our community to get outside – by inspiring …
Help Legacy Parks continue its work
As we reflect on the year, we are reminded why we love where we live. Our beautiful outdoors provides us places to relax, play and connect with nature. Every space …