Enjoy A Fun Family Afternoon At Suttree Landing Park
Suttree Landing Park, one of Knoxville’s newest park additions, is a perfect afternoon outing for the family. Nestled on the southside riverfront with the Tennessee River and the Knoxville city skyline as the backdrop, this small 8 acre linear park may be one of the most picturesque playgrounds and picnic areas in Knoxville.
If you need an idea for an afternoon outing with the kids, Suttree Landing Park on a beautiful day can’t be beat. We like to hit the playground at Suttree Landing Park first, play for a while, then stroll alongside the riverfront walkway.
Afterwards, we either enjoy a picnic along the river or pack up and head to nearby South Coast Pizza for takeout on our way to HiWire Brewing for foosball and ping pong
Where Is Suttree Landing Park?
Located just one mile from downtown Knoxville, Suttree Landing Park is also close to great biking on the nearby Will Skelton Greenway, Ijams Nature Center (just 2.5 miles away) and super close to good breweries and eateries along Sevier Avenue.
Where Do You Park When Visiting Suttree Landing Park?
You’ll find street parking all along the park and a small parking lot adjacent to the restrooms at the end of Waterfront Drive.
What Else Can You Do Near Suttree Landing Park?
Picnic And Paddle the Tennessee River
After playing on the playground, find a picnic table along the water for lunch or you could even launch a canoe or kayak at the nearby public canoe launch.
*Note– You won’t find a lot of shade except at the covered picnic area, so it may be super hot in the summer.
Picnic Tables 
Canoe launch at Suttree Landing
Access The Nearby Will Skelton Greenway
Because you are so close to the beginning of the Will Skelton Greenway in Island Home Park, you could combine a bike ride with a short visit to play on the playground at the Suttree Landing before or afterwards.
Or make it a fun stop before or after a visit to Ijams Nature Center. (See our Urban Wilderness blogs for more info)
From the parking area for the Will Skelton Greenway, you can ride or walk along the Tennessee River to Ijams Nature Center (1.25 miles) and can continue further to the Forks of the River Wildlife Management Area for a total of 3.5 miles of fairly easy riding.
Where To Eat Near Suttree Landing Park
You’ll find a number of eateries and breweries along Sevier Avenue. We usually call ahead for a pizza at South Coast Pizza and continue on to family-friendly HiWire Brewing where we enjoy free foosball, ping pong, and soccer billiards. Fun!
But there are plenty more delicious options in this neck of the woods. See our blog “Where to Eat Near Knoxville’s Urban Wilderness” for a description of all of our favorite restaurants located on or nearby Sevier Avenue.
Happy Trails! Pack your picnic basket, grab your walking shoes, and head to Suttree Landing Park for an unforgettable afternoon of family fun and stunning scenery! – Amy and Amanda
