Radnor Lake is absolutely beautiful and tranquil -- the lake views are stunning and create such a…read morepeaceful atmosphere. The walking trails are fantastic and well maintained, perfect for exploring the natural landscape. Parking is easy and convenient, which makes the visit even better. It's definitely great for families, love birds, and solo visitors looking to enjoy nature. If you're an animal lover, dogs are welcome too. Truly a lovely, peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle we all get ourselves into from time to time. Check it out -- you'll see exactly what I mean! (Photos taken in early fall) Pro Tip: Wear comfortable clothing and shoes, and depending on how long you plan to explore, bring something to drink (water is always a good idea).

Incredible park right outside of nashville with so much to offer. Love that this is a protected…read morearea with so much wildlife. i've spotted a bald eagle almost every single time i've visited. There are so many trails with different difficulty levels. The main lake trail is also dog friendly !! They did such a great job cleaning up after the ice storm!!

This is an incredible place to forget about the hustle and bustle of the city life…read more Percy Warner Park, alongside Edwin Warner Park, forms the Warner Parks, a sprawling natural area managed by the Metro Nashville Parks and Recreation Department. Together, they encompass over 3,100 acres of forest and field, situated just 9 miles from downtown Nashville Trails: The parks offer a diverse trail system for hiking, running, walking, and biking. There are 12 miles of primitive hiking trails, 9 miles of paved multi-use trails, and 10 miles of equestrian trails. Recreation: Beyond trails, the park features: Picnic shelters A dog park Scenic roadways and overlooks Cross country running courses Two golf courses (including the 9-hole Percy Warner Golf Course) Athletic fields An equestrian center and horse trails Nature Center: The Warner Parks Nature Center provides maps, trail guides, nature programs, and educational resources. Historical Significance: Warner Parks are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The parks also boast landmarks like the iconic Allee Steps at the Belle Meade entrance. Events: The park is home to the annual Iroquois Steeplechase, a graded horse race held each May, and hosts events like the popular Full Moon Pickin' Party. Interesting facts Percy Warner Park, the larger of the two, was opened in 1927 and was named after Percy Warner, Luke Lea's father-in-law. The famous Allee steps were designed by landscape architect Bryant Fleming and completed in 1936. The park encompasses a part of the historic Natchez Trace. A recent expansion in 2014 added the Burch Reserve, home to Nashville's largest cave and a significant old-growth forest. Visiting Percy Warner Park Hours: The park is generally open from 6 AM to 8 PM daily. Safety: Enjoy the parks with a friend, leave valuables at home, take car keys, and carry your cell phone. Watch the weather and for high water in low areas. In case of emergency, contact Metro Police at 615-862-8600 or 911. Percy Warner Park offers a wealth of recreational opportunities and natural beauty, making it a beloved destination for Nashvillians and visitors alike.

Percy Warner is the best place for walking, hiking, running, or even biking (if you are brave…read moreenough for the hills). With many options for paved or dirt/gravel paths you can find something for each occasion. My personal favorite is the 5.8 mile loop. I have yet to brave the 11.2 mile loop. Beware of the stairs and hills! If you go during the weekday you might even spot a celebrity- perhaps Keith Urban *hint hint*

As a lifelong area resident, I'm shocked I waited so long to visit Cheekwood! The incredible home…read moreand gardens are a great way to spend a day. From the beginning, the experience was wonderful. After leaving our car and scanning our tickets, there were multiple employees to direct us and answer any questions. We began by exploring the gardens. My personal favorite was the sculpture walk, with several different sculptures hidden around every corner. We then took a self-guided tour of the historic mansion. The mansion is decorated with items from the Cheek family collection, as well as donated items and rotating art exhibits. I particularly loved the wood paneled library and the small morning/dining room. Definitely the place to come if you want some design inspo! Be prepared to walk when you visit. We arrived around 10:30 on a weekend, and were directed to park in the overflow parking. The overflow lot requires a walk on gravel/rock with a slight incline. Although the site is huge, there are plenty of benches and three different restrooms. There are limited food options, but we were able to bring sandwiches and enjoy lunch in the water garden. When visiting, don't miss the iconic Wisteria Arbor or the stables!

Checkwood has stunning views and many photo-worthy spots. Went on a breezy Sunday where the sun was…read morebright and the winds a little high. I only attended the garden due to time since I had to be back on the road for home. I was able to walk 3/4 of the garden within 2 hours so I say there is much to see and admire. I was able to take photos with ease and I enjoyed that I wasn't the only one carrying a camera. 1 thing I didn't like is that the paid parking is on a steep hill and basically dirt. It was only $7 ($5 + $2 fee) but i would've hoped for something a bit better. So carry your good shoes in your hand.

Great Park & Playground Under Shade Trees!…read more This is a wonderful park for kids to use up some of that energy they have stored up. The big kids playground area is partly shaded. The little kids area is mostly shaded. The spring loaded teeter totter is super popular and awesome! Lots of people call this The Dragon Park since there is a cement and mosaic tile art Dragon here as well. Parking is easiest along the street unless you arrive early and find one of the few spots for the park behind the Primitive Baptist Church down the little alley way. This park os reasonably maintained but could use a little more love. I still have it 5 stars because it's my sons favorite. The water fountain has been broken from what I have seen forever, so bring your own water.

Beautiful park that has lots of seating and shade! We loved that they have different options for…read morethe age groups, all in the shade. Nice turf, lots of picnic tables, and some real grass areas to lay in with a blanket. Really pretty tennis court, small field to play ball, and the mosaic dragon! Only bummer is no bathroom here, otherwise it would be five stars.

Great spot for sunset. Not too big though. Has enough parking slots too. This is a cute spot for…read morefriends and couples.

For sure it's a great view of the Nashville skyline. Also holds up to its name lovers circle lol…read more There were people laying all over on blankets making out everywhere. Found humor that all the trash bins were overflowing with garbage and people were laying in it just to cop a feel and steal a kiss. Parking was rough, since this place is no secret to locals but worth stopping for the night time view of the skyline . Just watch where you step, you may step in the trash or a horny teenager. Lol

I'm honestly not sure what the bad reviews are about here. People are saying that they're just…read moreglorifying the family, and not touching on the history of slavery, etc. We took a guided tour here in our trip to Nashville, and our tour guide was so knowledgeable. She touched on the good and the ugly. I didn't feel like she was "glorifying" anything. It's almost like some people just don't like history. History can be ugly somtimes, news flash. I love historical places and this place was cool! You really feel the energy here. It's pretty cool. The only part that sucks is that you're not allowed to take photos. Prices are good for toure too. It comes with a wine tasting at the end and a couple of them were super tasty! And I don't even like wine.

Visited Belle Meade Plantation & Winery and it left a bad taste in my mouth - literally and…read morefiguratively. The tour focused on glorifying the slave owners' "heritage" while minimizing the enslaved people who actually built the wealth and success of this place. That kind of selective storytelling is disrespectful. The wine tasted awful once I realized the truth was being watered down. Seeing people arrive for a wedding on the grounds as we were leaving? Disgusting. Celebrating on land rooted in exploitation, without fully honoring that history, is not romantic. It's erasure. I don't do rewritten history. Tell the whole truth or don't tell it at all.

This land was originally the Woodmont School, an elementary school for Nashville. Originally built…read morein 1931, it was closed due to low enrollment in 1982. It sat abandoned, for a couple of years before the city council voted to donate the land to Metro Parks. The school itself was demolished in 1986. The land was then developed to a park, which opened in 1988. Today this park is tiny and adorable! It is 3.42 acres of land, which today hosts: a pavilion, a jogging trail, playgrounds, a basketball court, a baseball backstop, and tennis court. When Nashville Parks experienced a budget cut in 2003, the Woodmont Area Neighborhood Association decided to raise the funds privately, planting trees and updating the fencing.

*Playground Review*…read more Do not drink the water unless you want to be pregnant. This is literally where all of the pregnant mom's come with their older kids. Nothing wrong with that, but I really did feel like a minority here with my friend's kid that I was watching for the afternoon. My friend asked me to meet her in Green Hills and Woodmont showed up from a quick google search that was convenient to where she was going to have to be. The park itself is quaint and has plenty of shade and a pavilion if you do not want to be out in the middle of the sun, but unfortunately, some of the other side of the park (and funner activities) are in the open sun rays. That was a little trying on my friend's 4 year old. He wanted to play in that certain part of the playground, but there was no shade to help. I felt bad, but kept hydrating him and helped him cope with it. The playground equipment is well-maintained and offers a diverse amount of activities for the children for both climbers and younger children. I would say this is probably more geared towards older kids than toddlers and I would recommend if you do bring your toddler, to keep a very watchful eye on their movements. A gentle reminder since there were bigger kids here wandering than younger kids. There is a porter potty available for use. It was as clean as much as one of those can be and is handicap accessible. My recommendation is to use the bathroom before coming here if you are able to do so. The park is much bigger than just the playground and good for walking around and bringing your animal on a leash. Emphasis on the leash due to the heavy activity of children. Parking is pretty straightforward. There is a small parking lot along with street parking in the neighborhood. Just be careful when turning out of the parking lot. People were flying down the main street and didn't take much consideration into the fact that it is a neighborhood park with lots of people around. It was a bit dangerous and wish people would slow their roll when kids are present.

Our family LOVES this park. The kids love the merry-go-round and that it's flush with the ground…read more (I love that because it's less opportunity for injury!) There are so many things to play on and with here including swings, big slides, monkey bars, merry-go-round, and more!! If you're in the area and would like a great place for kids to free-play on for free-- check it out.

What a lovely little park for children (and the young at heart). A really sensational play…read morestructure, three stories tall, with all kinds of slides, climbing, swings, even a spinning wheel. Lots of green grass to run around on, three gazebos with picnic tables underneath, and a restroom. Go up the hill just aways and you'll also find an old historical log cabin important to the area. Of course there is a red caboose also parked for photo ops, giving the park its name. Reasonably sized parking lot. This place'd be ideal for parties! When we went in the afternoon to sit and eat sandwiches, there were kids galore having a great time with their families. Wholesome.

Incredible park right outside the heart of nashville. Truly there are trails for everyone. The…read morenature center itself is also fun to explore. They have a bird garden, greenhouse, pond and flower garden. The creek is so serene. They just reopened after the ice storm and they did such a wonderful job clearing all the trails. It feels so safe. Now that it's getting warmer daffodils are popping up along the trails. Can't wait to see all the trees fill in this spring :)

We got here all the time for the nice walking trails. They have paved and un-paved trails, steep up…read moreand over the hill, and flat trails. Its a lovely park, and they have Daffodils everywhere in March! A lot of people will bike here or run and there's always people walking their dogs. There's plenty of parking, but most of it is grass for the overflow lot. They also have a little play area for small children (no swings or slides). Its also a nice picnic area if you bring a blanket.

This is a beautiful park only few minutes drive from downtown. The park is huge, free to explore…read more It has several large murals in multiple underpass bridge, walls and boundaries. There's a big children's playground, a sand volleyball courts, and picnic benches. There's a dog park as well. There are free parking spots right along the curb of the park, with 2 hours limit. At the entrance of the park there are multiple gates built with steel beams. The park seemed to be safe and well lit. Even after dark, we were comfortably hanging out in the playground and taking pictures around the park. The underpass with the big mural has big light posts on each side, so the pictures come out nice even at night time. The murals at this park are so colorful. Of course the most famous one is the 5 famous singers. Then there's the graffiti one at the railway underpass. Then there are multiple other colorful ones that look really amazing. We took a lot of pictures in front of all of these amazing arts.

What a cool park we stumbled upon in Nashville! I would definitely make a point to visit this…read moreplayground area with kids, even though we didn't see a lot of parking close by. There is a parking lot near, but not directly in front. There is a very nice gated dog park, sand volleyball court, covered benches, drinking fountains and some historical park information.