South Knoxville rail line to become art trail

Three miles of former railroad track is being converted into a new art walk in South Knoxville. The former line of the Gulf and Ohio Railway line will become the SoKno Art Walk, connecting Kerns Food Hall to the Ijams Nature Center through the South Knoxville Business District. The trail will improve walkability in the area and offers more connection to local businesses. The area is presently seeing a great deal of redevelopment of its historic buildings. It is also home to the Knoxville’s Urban Wilderness – a spectacular outdoor destination where you can hike, bike, climb, paddle, or just wander in the woods – all within the heart of the city. Three miles of Tennessee River waterfront and over 60 miles of trails and greenways connect you to a beautiful nature center, pristine lakes, historic sites, dramatic quarries, adventure playgrounds, five city parks, and a 600-acre wildlife area.