Gary Underwood Park

Park Overview

Situated in South Knoxville, Tennessee, Gary Underwood Park offers 6.78 acres of green space where the community comes together to play, exercise, and unwind. This local park takes its name from Gary Underwood, a former City councilman who served from 1990 to 2001 and still calls South Knoxville home.

Trails and Greenway

Feel like stretching your legs? The Gary Underwood Greenway provides a fantastic opportunity with its paved 0.45-mile loop that circles the park. No matter if you're in the mood for a casual stroll, morning jog, bike ride, or pushing little ones in strollers, this accessible path lets you soak in the natural surroundings at whatever pace suits you.

Recreational Facilities

The park's open spaces serve as versatile areas where you can toss a frisbee, have an impromptu picnic, or simply lie back and cloud-watch. Sports enthusiasts can take advantage of the soccer field, while kids can burn off energy at the playground.

Scattered throughout the grounds are picnic tables where you can catch your breath, enjoy a packed lunch, or simply sit and chat while watching the world go by.

Community Amenities

Need a space for your next gathering? The South Knoxville Optimist Club Building within the park is available for rent and comes equipped with a kitchen area, making it ideal for anniversaries, celebrations, or community meetings.

You'll also find clean restroom facilities available - a simple but essential amenity that makes longer visits much more comfortable. No need to worry about parking either; the lot offers 62 regular spaces and 2 accessible spaces, so there's typically plenty of room for everyone.