Beautiful environment. Love the falls. It was a very relaxing walk however it's pretty steep going…read moredown and then of course a challenge coming back up for an older person like me. Some narrow spots where you need to be careful. Bringing a walking stick would help in some spots where you have big step ups over tree roots etc.

Such a nice little hike! We (2 24 year old females, one of whom was pregnant) found the trail to…read morebe relatively easy. It is 1.5 miles round trip! The waterfall at the end is so pretty! You can actually walk under it. We went on a Saturday on a 50 degree day in November and there were around 10 other people on the trail.

Stayed here for one night camping in hammocks. We actually got an tv spot because we were on the…read moreHarleys and it was a good place to park and also the bathhouse. Extremely clean park and the facilities were excellent. Will stay again if in the area.

First thing, They really need to offer sewer for campers…read more Second, bathrooms and bath house need much updating. Majority of the time the commodes were completely clogged. They have a great pool potentially. It's just empty sitting there. Went to the nature center, supposed to open at 10:00 but nobody there. The playground area needs so much help!! Overgrown weeds, needs mulch. This campground has potential but needs some major updating!!

Absolutely gorgeous. Great family location. Picnic spaces are available. Highly recommend.read more

Located at 3 Campground Road, Linden, Tennessee, 37096, this park is 1,300 acres. It has a picnic…read morepavilion, an archery range, a gazebo, two playgrounds, two volleyball courts, a basketball court, a baseball field, boat launches, campsites, fishing, swimming, and about twelve acres of hiking trails. It got its name from a mass exodus of rats that exited a building that caught on fire in the 1800s. The Eagle Point Trail Loop is 7.55 miles. The scenic trail is 2.2 miles. The Spring Creek Trail is .35 mile. The mountain bike trail is 3.65 miles.

This park is very pretty with decent trails . Some of the trails at the top of the hill get very…read morenarrow .

The place certainly lives up to the name. An anonymous parking lot gives no hint of a lake nearby…read more It'll be a decent walk into the woods before you catch any glimpse of it. The lake was surrounded mostly by steep cliffs. I couldn't tell you how water flows in or out of it. Some trails lead up the cliffs, which gets you some semi-obstructed views of the lake and the military cemetery nearby. It was not a huge park, but it's free and a pleasant place to walk.

Another return to a great state of Tennessee, We 40+…read moreenjoyed a weekend of golf cabins At state park of governor Henry Horton. Beautiful property to enjoy many sports and especially golf we played 4 days. New hotel is in construction underway with other facilities and top notch restaurant. The cabins are rustic updated Agricultural areas as well as the popular campgrounds and sleet safe shot area. Family friendly.

Absolutely Outstanding Tennessee State Park - A True Hidden Gem!…read more We just wrapped up an unforgettable evening at Henry Horton State Park, and it easily earns every one of its five stars. Located along the beautiful Duck River--one of the most biodiverse rivers in the world--this park offers the perfect mix of relaxation, adventure, and family fun without feeling overcrowded. The campground is top-notch: spacious, well-maintained RV sites with concrete pads, reliable Wi-Fi, clean and modern bathhouses, and plenty of peaceful wooded tent and primitive options (including some great backcountry sites for those seeking more solitude). We loved the thoughtful amenities like the camp store, playgrounds, splash pad, and even a nature play area that kept the kids entertained for hours. Activities here are incredibly diverse. We hiked several of the easy-to-moderate trails, including the scenic ones along the Duck River with observation decks overlooking wetlands teeming with wildlife. The 18-hole disc golf course is one of the best we've played in Tennessee--free and well-designed. Golfers will appreciate the championship Buford Ellington Golf Course right on site, while paddlers and anglers flock to the river for kayaking, fishing, or lazy tubing. Bonus points for the trap and skeet range if you're into shooting sports! The on-site restaurant (Governor's Table) serves surprisingly delicious meals, making it easy to grab breakfast or dinner without leaving the park. Staff and rangers were friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about the park--always quick to offer tips or help. Whether you're camping, staying in one of the comfortable cabins or lodge rooms, or just coming for a day trip, Henry Horton delivers a peaceful, well-kept escape that's perfect for families, couples, or solo adventurers. It's close enough to Nashville (under an hour) but feels like a true getaway. We can't wait to return--highly recommend for anyone in Middle Tennessee looking for quality outdoor recreation.

Visited with my husband and 3 kids (ages 4, 3, and 20 months) on a holiday weekend around 9 a.m…read more There are two entrances -- we used the one off Franklin Rd. This parking lot is smaller, but we were surprised to find a spot easily. When we left around 10:45, there was a line of about 6 cars waiting, though cars seemed to move through fairly quickly. There is a nice bathroom at the top of the parking lot. From this entrance, you can also access the trail along the lake, though strollers and dogs are not allowed on that trail. We chose the lower paved trail instead (part of the mulch trail loop). It's wide -- almost road-sized -- and newly paved the entire way. It took about 15 minutes to reach the lake, and there's plenty more paved trail beyond that. We saw frogs, ducks, turtles, deer, an owl, and even a bald eagle. My kids stayed engaged the whole time. The trail was flat and easy for stroller pushing, and my older kids rode scooters without any issues. There were lots of families, dogs, and walkers out, but it never felt overcrowded. Overall, this is a great near-the-city option for getting young kids into nature without dealing with steep terrain. The other entrance off Granny White has the visitor center and a bit more parking.

First time hiking this place and it was really nice. Not too difficult but doing it during semi hot…read moretemperatures can get you a good workout. I think the hike around the lake was around 2-3 miles.

My family had a 3 night family reunion here in July 2023. The pool, fire pit, playground and lodge…read morerestaurant are all next to each other and close to the lodge rooms. You can rent a kayak on the lake and hike all without moving your car. The lodge is old, but for the price and amenities it's a really great deal. We loved it! I will be back again.

Small place to get away. Relaxing woodsy environment with a lake and restaurant. Nothing fancy but…read morenot everyone wants fancy.

Pickwick Landing State Park is approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes from my home in Nashville, and…read moreis located in Counce, Tennessee. It has 1,400+ acres, fishing, boating, a marina, 10 cabins, camping, a lodge, a restaurant, a swimming pool, a golf course, a three mile paved trail, three small swimming beaches, an aviary, a butterfly garden, and a visitors center and gift shop. The town surrounding this area was originally called Pickwick, after Dickens' The Pickwick Papers. This was the spot of a riverboat stop in the 1840s. The lake was named Pickwick Lake. During Roosevelt's New Deal, this was the site of a new dam, named Pickwick Dam. The 53 mile long dam was completed in 1938. In 1969, the city was purchased by the state of Tennessee to become a new state park. The state park opened in 1972. This whole area is gorgeous and has a lot of water recreation, so if you're a fisher or swimmer, this park is for you. There's not much in the way of untamed wilderness, but this park is absolutely chocked full of amenities that's sure to please every member of the family.

Tonight, my husband and I attended the first, hopefully an annual, State Park Christmas lantern…read moreholiday hike. It was the story of Ebeneezer Scrooge and the Christmas Carol. The trail hike, a family friendly, short and sweet, hike, with the lead of an incredible State Park Ranger. The park Ranger graciously led the way and read the story aloud. It was a family fun event. Afterwards, we were able to drive through the Christmas lights through the park. It reminded us as a similar show, from the Memphis Shelby Farms starry nights, so nice to have this here at the Pickwick State Park. Thank you so much for all who arranged these events, we enjoyed it very much!

There is not a prettier road to drive down anywhere in this country. The Natchez Trace is a…read morestunning winding road filled with beautiful hills, turns, and gorgeous greenery! Bikes share the road here, so I ask everyone driving please go slow and remember to look out for them as with so many blind spots, it can make it difficult for cars and bikers alike. Tennessee perfected the 'scenic drive' with this one

Lovely drive just minutes from Nashville. If you like scenic drives, nature walks/hikes,…read morewaterfalls, etc., start driving down to Natchez! Hubby and I drove a good bit of this parkway while visiting Nashville for New Years. We stopped in Franklin and walked around Main St, drove through Leiper's Fork, visited the gravesite of Meriwether Lewis of Lewis and Clark and saw 2 waterfalls (Jackson Falls and Fall Hallow). We also stopped to walk a short trail to old limestone mines. Definitely worth a visit if you are in the area!

Writing about war and memorials is difficult for many people, myself included. I have ancestors and…read morefamily members who fought in the American Revolutionary War and virtually every war since then, including me - with service in Vietnam. (I also served in the US Peace Corps under Sergeant Schriver, so I've seen contributions of US citizens on many levels and many "fronts"). One of the most controversial aspects is the memorializing or celebrating sacrifices of women and men who fought for their beliefs...regardless of which "side" they served during the conflict. The monuments at Winstead Hill Park are no exception. Granted, this was a significant vantage point for the Confederate Army in the Battle of Franklin. But, how should this area be commemorated? (Apparently some reviewers think it should not be here at all.) There are newer monuments to people who fought on both sides, especially those reflected in the 2021 "Fuller Story" located in downtown Franklin. But I am writing this review simply as my observations on a visit to this place. I am not trying to judge whether it should or should not be celebrated or here in the first place. The park has some easy-to-navigate walking paths...relatively level and smooth with only a few gentle rises to negotiate. IMHO walking paths in this part of the park, are very handicap friendly. A few markers dot the paths in this relatively small "park"... the staging and observations area for the Confederates. However, the actual "memorial" to the Confederate Units ("Sons of the Confederate Memorial") and their leadership is a different story. It is a very steep, difficult climb up a poorly designed and awkwardly - only partially paved - "trail". The monuments to the Confederate Units are rather imposing considering the limited space in which they are displayed. Once you arrive at the top, the view does provide a quite expansive look over what would have been the Union troop placements and defenses near the town. BUT, the access is so steep and difficult, anyone with limited mobility should not attempt...and if you are in a wheel chair...it is categorically impossible. Bottom line: a nice, quiet park area that evokes mixed emotions for many visitors.

The preservation of history is well done and perfect for walking. I love this park so much!read more