Oak Ridge: Explore A.K. Bissell Park

The International Friendship Bell is located within A.K. Bissell Park.

NPS/KLEIN

Located in the heart of Oak Ridge, A.K. Bissell Park offers a paved 1.25 mile walking loop on 38 acres of land. The park includes a picnic shelter and performance pavilion where visitors can enjoy various special events throughout the year. In addition, the park is home to the Oak Ridge Public Library and two sites related to the Manhattan Project. The International Friendship Bell, an 8,000 pound bronze bell that commemorates peace and unity between the United States and Japan and the Secret City Commemorative Walk, a series of plaques and memorials dedicated to the founding of Oak Ridge during the Manhattan Project, are both found at A.K. Bissell Park.  

Details

Activity

Picnicking

Pets Allowed

Yes

Activity Fee

No

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Location

A.K. Bissell Park

1403 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, TN 37830

Reservations

No

Season

Year Round

Time of Day

Day, Dawn, Dusk

Accessibility Information

A.K. Bissell Park’s paved, flat trails are ideal for persons of all abilities to enjoy. Parking is plentiful and located within the park boundaries. For more information on accessibility, please contact the City of Oak Ridge Recreation & Parks.