Sharp's Ridge

Sharp's Ridge is a protected natural area in Knoxville covering about 156 acres of wooded hills with several observation points overlooking the landscape. The grounds feature unpaved trails that provide views of the Smoky Mountains and Cumberland Plateau from different vantage points.

The ridge takes its name from the Sharpe family, who settled on this elevated terrain during the 1800s. The location's height and position made it a strategic site for future development and use.

The ridge honors military veterans through memorial markers and educational signage that identifies mountain peaks and explains the surrounding landscape. Visitors can learn the names of neighboring mountains while walking through the grounds.

The park provides two shelters, picnic tables, and about 4.7 miles of unpaved trails for various activities. A separate shorter trail is specifically designed for mountain bikers, giving them a dedicated riding route.

The ridge hosts transmission towers for eleven television stations that broadcast to the Knoxville metropolitan area. This technical infrastructure makes the location a key communications hub for the region.

Location: Tennessee

GPS coordinates: 36.00333,-83.94250

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:46