Just beyond the boundaries of the city of Knoxville, hovering over the small town of Corryton, Tennessee, is House Mountain: Knox County’s highest peak and likely its most beautiful outdoor spot. Supposedly so named for the roof-like slant of its twin summits, House is home to a wide array of blossoming flowers, climbing vines, and waving trees, including the high-limbed, thick-trunked tulip poplar, Tennessee’s state tree.
House Mountain is a 3.9 mile heavily trafficked loop trail that offers the chance to see wildlife and is rated as moderate. It is very rocky and steep in parts. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.