Hiking in Roane County

Roane County Park

Harriman, TN

Trail Description: Bicycling, Birding, Boat Rental, Canoeing, Fishing, Meeting Facilities, Nature Experience, Playground, Swimming, Vending Machines, Water Recreation, Wildlife, Wildlife Viewing, tennis and baseball fields, as well as a 1.5 mile track. Picnic and meeting pavilions, nature trails, fishing pier, restrooms and children's playground available. Close to major interstates and a short drive to Knoxville. ADA Compliant, Bus Parking, Nearest Lodging: 10 minutes, Parking Available, Pets Allowed on Leash 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Open Year-round, free admission.

Directions: I-40 West, Exit 350. Turn(south) left to Hwy 70 at light. Turn right onto Hwy 70 West. Travel approx. 4 miles. Roane County Park will be on your left.     3515 Roane State Hwy.     Phone: 865-882-2640

Melton Lake Drive Greenway and Park

Oak Ridge, TN   

Trail Description:  Peaceful three mile waterfront trail along Melton Hill Lake. Great for biking, walking, running and skating. Also home to the Oak Ridge Rowing Association. In the spring, view the best rowing teams in the nation as they prepare for the season and compete. Park amenities:  Bicycle Trails, Fishing, Jet Skiing Allowed, Kayaking, Nature Experience, Playground, Restaurant, Vending Machines, Water Recreation, Water Skiing:   ADA Compliant, Bus Parking, Maps Available, Parking Available, Pets Allowed on Leash, Tour Duration: 1 - 3 hours - Free - Dawn to Dusk, Open Year-round

Directions: Located on Melton Lake Dr., between the Oak Ridge Turnpike and Edgemoor Rd. Melton Lake Dr.,  Oak Ridge, TN 37830   Phone: 865-425-3449
Toll-Free: 800-887-3429

Windrock Campground

Oliver Springs, TN   

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Trail Description:  Windrock Campground is located two miles from Windrock Mountain, known as the Coal Creek OHV Area (72,000 acres with 400 miles of riding trails). Tranquil setting, family oriented camping for tents and RVs/campers with a view of the mountains. Campfires permitted, Drinking Water, Open Year-round, Primitive Camping, RVs Permitted, Tenters Welcome, Water Access      Elevation: 800, Pets Allowed on Leash, Total Sites: 45     Cash, MasterCard, Traveler's Checks, Visa

Directions: From downtown Oliver Springs, take Hwy 330 North ( also known as Spring Street) approximately 2 miles and turn onto Hoskins Gap Rd. Bear left after crossing the bridge, go 1 mile and campground is on the right. 300 Hoskins Gap Rd.Oliver Springs, TN 37840      Phone: 865-435-3939

National Parks near Roane County, Tennessee:

Obed Wild & Scenic River, 10 miles

Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area, 36 miles

Great Smoky Mountains National Park, 77 miles

Trails near Roane County, Tennessee:

Fooshee Pass Trail, Meigs County, Tennessee,  

The trailhead is located adjacent to Fooshee Pass Recreation/Camping area in Ten Mile, approx 15 miles outside of Roane County off of River Road.

Iven Trail, McMinn County, Tennessee, 33 miles away

Starr Mountain Trail, McMinn County, Tennessee, 34 miles away

Chestnut Mountain Trail, Polk County, Tennessee, 36 miles away

Fishermans Trail, Polk County, Tennessee, 36 miles away

Gee Creek Trail, Polk County, Tennessee, 36 miles away

Laurel-Snow Trail, Rhea County, Tennessee, 34 miles away