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Volunteer Landing – J.E. “Buck” Karnes Bridge loop from Looney Islands

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Bike touring routes & trails
United States
Tennessee
Knox County
Knoxville

Volunteer Landing – J.E. “Buck” Karnes Bridge loop from Looney Islands

Easy

2.6

(25)

65

riders

Volunteer Landing – J.E. “Buck” Karnes Bridge loop from Looney Islands

00:52

14.7km

60m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 1, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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2.61 km

Tennessee River

Highlight • River

This spot on the trail has continuous views of the Tennessee River. The southern end of the trail offers views of the banks of Cherokee Hills, while views from this location are more of the downtown area and the University of Tennessee campus.

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2

4.45 km

This trail intersection marks the end of the Third Creek Greenway. Here, one has the opportunity to view a variety of wildlife with Third Creek being on one side of the path and the UT Gardens being on the other.

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3

7.27 km

Volunteer Landing

Highlight • River

Volunteer Landing is a small, riverside park offering swings, fountains, and a handful of river access options. The is a popular spot for fishing and boating. The UT Lady Volunteer crew team can sometimes be seen practicing their rowing at this spot on the river.

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4

11.5 km

J.E. “Buck” Karnes Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

Enjoy this section of greenway path that travels over the Tennessee River. This trail is often utilized by UT Medical students and workers to get to the medical center from downtown Knoxville. There is a fence surrounding the trail, protecting users from both the highway and bridge edge.

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14.7 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.6 km

807 m

177 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

12.2 km

2.31 km

145 m

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Thursday 16 July

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22°C

69 %

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