Sharp's Ridge, Knoxville
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Facts and practical information
Sharp's Ridge is a steep ridge in Knoxville, Tennessee, north of the city's downtown. A 111-acre area of the 7-mile ridge is maintained as Sharp's Ridge Memorial Park, a city park dedicated to the honor of the area's war veterans. The ridge also is the site of a transmitting antenna farm that serves most of Knoxville's broadcasters. The highest ground point on the ridge is an abandoned fire tower located at 1,391 feet above mean sea level. The ridge itself averages 200 to 300 feet above the surrounding valley floor, allowing panoramic views of the Great Smoky Mountains and adjacent ranges to the east and the Cumberland Plateau and Cumberland Mountains to the west. ()
Elevation: 1243 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 36°0'12"N, 83°56'30"W
Getting there by public transportation
Public transportation stops near this location
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- Calculate routeBreda Dr EB Past Summercrest Way 8 min walk
- Calculate routeChicamauga Ave EB @ Pershing St 8 min walk
- Calculate routeMcMurray St NB @ Chicamauga Ave 9 min walk
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Sharp's Ridge?
Nearby attractions include Lincoln Park United Methodist Church, Knoxville (11 min walk), Oakwood-Lincoln Park, Knoxville (19 min walk), North Knoxville, Knoxville (22 min walk).
How to get to Sharp's Ridge by public transport?
The nearest stations to Sharp's Ridge:
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- Breda Dr EB Past Summercrest Way • Lines: 24 (8 min walk)
- Chicamauga Ave EB @ Pershing St • Lines: 21 (8 min walk)
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