Ijams Nature Center
About
320-Acre Wildlife Sanctuary
Ijams Nature Center spans 320 acres south of downtown Knoxville along the Tennessee River with 12+ miles of trails, a swimming hole at Mead's Quarry, and an extensive Nature Preschool program.
Nature Preschool, Junior Naturalist, and Young Birders
Programs include:
- Nature Preschool
- Nature Play Club
- Ijams Junior Naturalist
- East TN Young Birders Club
- Summer Camps across age tiers
- School field trips and group bookings
What's Included
- Trail and quarry access
- Naturalist-led programs
- Visitor Center with live ambassador animals
- Group field trip booking
Experience
Outdoor nature center with rare nature-preschool option. Best for kids who love trails, water, and structured naturalist instruction across age levels.