Charles L Edwards Memorial Park park
Charles L Edwards Memorial Park
One of the main attractions in the park is the Melton Lake Greenway, a 3-mile long trail that runs along the shores of Melton Lake and offers stunning views of the water and surrounding landscape. Visitors can also take part in a variety of activities such as fishing, boating, kayaking, and paddleboarding. There are several picnic areas and playgrounds for children, making it a popular spot for family outings.
The park also features a unique memorial to Charles L Edwards, a World War II veteran and prominent figure in the Oak Ridge community. The memorial includes a plaque and a statue of Edwards holding a book, symbolizing his dedication to education and community service.
Interesting facts about the park include its history as a site for the Manhattan Project, a top-secret government program during World War II that developed the first nuclear weapons. The city of Oak Ridge was founded as a result of the project, and the park was established as a way to honor the contributions of its residents.
The best time to visit Charles L Edwards Memorial Park is during the spring and fall, when the weather is mild and the foliage is at its most vibrant. The park is open year-round, however, and there are always plenty of activities to enjoy regardless of the season. Overall, the park is a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to the Oak Ridge area, offering a unique combination of natural beauty, history, and outdoor recreation.
Park & land designation reference
A quick legend for the federal and state land categories Snoflo tracks. Each designation comes with different rules around access, recreation, and resource extraction.
- National Park
- Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
- State Park
- Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
- Local Park
- Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
- Wilderness Area
- The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized motorized access permitted.
- National Recreation Area
- Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing, often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes); may allow more development.
- National Conservation Area (BLM)
- BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
- State Forest
- State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
- Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
- Vast federal lands managed for mixed use -- recreation, grazing, mining, conservation -- with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area campgrounds
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within reach of Charles L Edwards Memorial Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Camp Isengard | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, fishing spots, and POIs so a park visit can grow into a full weekend.
Responsible recreation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site for hours, permit requirements, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading out.
- Stay on trail
- Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation, prevent erosion, and avoid disturbing wildlife habitat.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and store food securely if camping is permitted on-site.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Carry out all trash, food scraps, and gear. Many parks have limited or no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, or artifacts. They make the park what it is for the next visitor.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Charles L Edwards Memorial Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures, fire-restriction days), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Charles L Edwards Memorial Park
What can I do at Charles L Edwards Memorial Park?
Most Snoflo-tracked parks support hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Check the operator's site for activity-specific rules (camping, fishing, paddling, hunting).
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no. Streamflow comes live from USGS streamgauges.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get to Charles L Edwards Memorial Park?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the park.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this park, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other parks near here
Snoflo-tracked parks within driving distance of Charles L Edwards Memorial Park.