Hours & Directions
The Ijams grounds are open every day of the year from 8 am until dusk. The River Boardwalk, which overlooks the Tennessee River, is one of the most popular destinations at Ijams! And YES: The River Boardwalk is OPEN!
Hours
VISITOR CENTER
The Visitor Center features animal exhibits, gift shop, offices, and restrooms.
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10 am-5 pm Sunday-Friday
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9 am- 5 pm Saturday
Please read Ijams' COVID-19 Policies and Procedures before your visit.
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THE OUTPOST (QUARRY BEER GARDEN)
Currently Closed for the Season
Spring and Summer hours coming soon!
RIVER SPORTS OUTFITTERS BOAT RENTALS
Currently Closed for the Season
Spring and Summer hours coming soon!
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Directions
FROM DOWNTOWN KNOXVILLE VIA GAY STREET
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Take Gay St. Bridge south.
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Turn left on Sevier Ave.
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Sevier Ave. becomes Anita/Hillwood Dr.
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Turn right at the stop sign on Island Home Ave.
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Ijams is about 1 mile on the left.
FROM I-40W
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Take James White Pkwy exit 388A.
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Cross Tennessee River and take Sevier Ave./Hillwood Dr. exit.
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Turn left on Sevier Ave. (becomes Hillwood Dr.).
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Turn right on Island Home Ave.
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Ijams is about 1 mile on the left.
FROM I-40E
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Take James White Pkwy exit 388A.
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Merge on James White Pkwy.
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Cross Tennessee River and take Sevier Ave./Hillwood Dr. exit.
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Turn left on Sevier Ave. (becomes Hillwood Dr.).
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Turn right on Island Home Ave.
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Ijams is about 1 mile on the left.