Tommy Schumpert Park
Fenced dog park with a pond for swimming, plus trails through the woods
About this park
Tommy Schumpert Park is a large multi-use facility in north Knoxville with a fenced off-leash dog park that includes a pond for swimming. Separate enclosures handle small and large dogs. The broader park encompasses soccer fields, baseball diamonds, a disc golf course, and walking trails that wind through wooded sections toward Sterchi Hills Park. A covered gazebo and maintained grounds make it a comfortable spot to spend extended time.
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What visitors say
Synthesized from 837 Google reviewsReviewers highlight the swimming pond as the standout feature, particularly for owners with water-loving breeds. The friendly dog and owner culture is frequently mentioned, and the wooded trail system extends the visit well past a standard dog park run.
The park draws a mix of dog owners, disc golfers, and trail walkers. Dog owners tend to be sociable and the overall vibe is easygoing. Most of the dogs on-site are described as friendly and calm.
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Before you go
The pond exit point is rocky, and dogs that swim frequently will find the shore hard on their paws. The walking trails connect to Sterchi Hills Park for a longer outing beyond the dog park perimeter.
