Henley Bridge – Gay Street Bridge loop from Parkridge

Henley Bridge – Gay Street Bridge loop from Parkridge

Moderate

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Henley Bridge – Gay Street Bridge loop from Parkridge

02:17

46.3km

410m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 42.4 km for 106 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.96 km

Henley Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The Henley Bridge, dating back to 1931, is a reinforced concrete open-spandrel arch bridge with six dual-ribbed arches connected by lateral bracing. The hiker strolling over the bridge is offered …

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5.93 km

Gay Street Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

It's really nice to walk over Gay Street Bridge with outstanding view over Tennessee River and Henley Street upstream. Completed in 1898, the 1,512-foot (461 m) bridge is the oldest …

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11.0 km

Ijams Nature Center

Highlight • Natural

Ijams Nature Center is a recreational gem, at just minutes from downtown Knoxville. As part of Legacy Parks Foundation's initiative, this 300-acre preserve features over 40 miles of trails to …

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34.6 km

Nesting Tree at Holston River Park

Highlight • Natural

This park offers beautiful views and river access. There's a paved greenway that winds through the park. A really popular part of the park is the PetSafe Dog Park, which …

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38.9 km

Neyland Greenway terminus

Highlight • Cycleway

This spot marks the end of the Neyland Greenway. If you choose to continue past this point under the bridge, you can reach Governor Ned McWherter Riverside Park where there …

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40.8 km

James White Fort

Highlight • Historical Site

James White's Fort is the origin of the settlement that became the city of Knoxville. It was built in 1786 by George Washington's Secretary of War during the Revolutionary War, James White.

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42.5 km

First Creek

Lake

44.8 km

First Creek

Highlight • River

First Creek gracefully winds its way through the heart of Knoxville, providing a soothing backdrop to the bustling city. Its tranquil waters offer a peaceful respite from the urban hustle …

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