Originally a Cherokee Indian hunting ground, the 185-acre area now known as Lakeshore Park was home to Tennessee’s first mental health institute for over 100 years. When the mental health facility closed down in 2013, the Lakeshore Park Conservancy was formed to transform the park into the popular community facility it is today. These days, visitors to Lakeshore Park can enjoy walking and jogging along the trails at the edge of the lake or bring a picnic to enjoy on one of the pretty lawns and meadows. There are also several facilities for sporting activities such as baseball, soccer and more. The park is also a popular wedding and event venue.
Lakeshore Park, 6410 S. Northshore Drive, Knoxville, TN 37919, 865 215 1722