Hiking in Roane County
Bacon Ridge Trail
Trail Description:
A 3.4-mile trail and outdoor classroom. Describes forest management activities and land-use history. Self-guided tour. Hiking Nature Trails, Nature Experience, Wildlife Viewing, Maps Available, Parking Available Open Year-round ....Free Admission
Directions: Hwy. 58 S. from Kingston, left on Hwy. 72 for 2 miles, right on Dogtown Rd. for ½ mile on the right.
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 http://www.tnvacation.com/vendors/windrock_campground/
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, 15 miles away
Iven Trail, McMinn County, Tennessee, 33 miles away
Starr Mountain Trail, McMinn County, Tennessee, 34 miles away
Starr Mountain Trail, McMinn County, Tennessee, 33 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