What a beautiful trail! Bathrooms and water station at the beginning of the trailhead as well. I…read morelove that a majority of the trail is paved, but there are several trails that you could go off of. The views of the river are beautiful as well! I am a young twenty something and typical go walking/hiking alone, and I did not feel the least bit unsafe on this trail by myself.

The Stone River Greenway can be accessed by several trailheads in the Donelson/Hermitage area. The…read moremost popular access points are along Lebanon Pike. I made my way onto the Greenway via the Kohl's trailhead, which is an entrance found at the back end of the Kohl's department store parking lot. It's not glamorous, but gets the job done. At this entry point you are directed under, around and onto the Bob Sheehan Memorial Bridge. As you walk this path, you are next to the Stones River, as well as Lebanon Pike. Once you get beyond the immediate area, you finally hit the trails. The trails are a collection of pathways from wide roads between the river and neighborhoods, to slimmer walkways in the woods. There is not one identity for the trails here, and they seem kind of pathed together. But even so, they get the job done for those who enjoy walking, jogging or biking. Additionally, Ravenwood Park can be found just a half mile or so down the trail from the Kohl's trailhead. While I didn't not explore this park, it too has an interesting history. There is a lot of construction happening along large stretches of the trails, mostly that of new neighborhoods. This takes away from the nature aspect of the greenway, but I get it... Overall, the Stones River Greenway Trails get the job done. I prefer other stretches of the greenway such as those near Two Rivers, but when in the area or just needing a change of scenery, this portion of the trail is a decent option.

Smith park re-purposed a large area of pasture and new growth forest into beautiful rolling trails…read morealong with some sports fields and a nice playground and picnic shelters in the front. The park is connected to the Brentwood greenways, which can take you to nearby neighborhoods to the north and east, and as far north as the WSM Tower Park. When Smith Park first opened, I hiked several of the trails, which were a bit primitive and hard to locate at times. The trails now have blazes and signage, though several times blazes were confusing or signs missing at junctions. Have a map app ready if it's your first visit. Navigation issues aside, there are a lot of great improvements since the early days. There are picnic tables, shelters, benches, and even trash bins deep in the woods. The trails are well trodden and maintained now, so you won't find yourself wondering if you wandered off the trail. Most of the hiking trails have steep and rocky sections, though there are paved pathways in the lower portion near the entrance. The steep hikes reward you with great vistas of the surrounding hills and valleys, not to mention a good workout even if you are just walking. The majority of the trails are shaded by trees, though there are some shadeless stretches. This is one of the best hiking trail options in the Nashville area, so check it out when you need some serene outdoors time.

The park has a good mix of more difficult trails that tire the legs to a more level experience. The…read moreplantation is beautiful and the mill house is a must. My wife loves dipping her toes in the cold water. The place is gorgeous!

I love everything about this park. It was very quiet and serene. We were able to walk a trail and…read morethen just sat on a bench and enjoyed nature. I felt really safe while on the trail. If you're ever in the area I recommend stopping by and enjoying the scenery. Oh and bring your kids too there's something for them to do too.

I had some time to kill before a meeting and found this great park. It was a pleasant walk and an…read moreenjoyable way to spend a little time away from the hustle of the day-to-day grind of modern life. There were quite a few people in the park, just enjoying the park. We need parks. We need parks both as a community and individually. We need a place where we as a community can gather in recreation. We need a place to escape the asphalt and steel of the world that we created and retreat back to the world as we as a species found it. We need these plots of unblemished nature. We need it and our souls need it. Overall, I will give Whitsett Park five stars and if you find yourself in the area, I would definitely recommend stopping by Whitsett Park. I am confident that you will enjoy this particular park. Go check it out yourself, even if to unwind for just a little while.

Lock 4 Mountain Bike Park is an awesome place to spend the day outdoors. The park has something for…read moreeveryone, whether you enjoy mountain biking, fishing, hiking, or just being around nature. The mountain bike trails are one of the best parts, with a great mix of difficulty levels, from easier trails to more challenging sections. There are also some fun jumps and features that make riding here even more exciting. The fishing spots are another great addition. There are plenty of areas to relax by the water and enjoy a peaceful day outdoors. The park is surrounded by beautiful scenery, and there is a lot of wildlife to see, including deer, which makes the experience even better. Parking is also a huge plus since there is plenty of space, making it convenient even when the park is busy. The trails and facilities are well maintained, and the variety of activities makes this a great spot for families, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone looking to enjoy nature. Overall, Lock 4 Mountain Bike Park is a fantastic outdoor destination with great biking, fishing, wildlife, and plenty of room to explore. I would definitely recommend visiting and will be coming back again.

Look, I'm no cyclist but I had to appreciate Lock 4 Mountailn Bike Park when Yelp Nashville came…read moreout to sponsor Dirt, Guts, and Doughnuts (to benefit Ride For Reading) last weekend. Was it a hike for me in Gallatin? Yes. Will I likely make my way back here unless we sponsor the event again? No. However, if I were to bike.. this would be a legit spot to do so with the scenic views and trails.

This is a great trail area that once upon a time was an old Army Corps of Engineers campground. It…read morehas almost 8 miles of trails with a loop of 2.5 miles. There are remnants of the old campground you'll see as you hike. Old cement picnic tables are seen throughout the park and a few buildings there are what's left of the restrooms. It's a great place to hike and enjoy the outdoors.

This is my favorite picnic spot, hands down! And the geese are friendly too. Lots of shade, cooling…read morebreezes, and nice facilities!

They have done a great job cleaning up after the storm. My only complaint is that the outdoor…read moreclassroom has fallen into disrepair. The structure has tons of dry rot and the benches are too weak to sit on without fear of falling. If I had the funds or ability I would fix this problem myself. Otherwise the park is beautiful and a wonderful place to visit.

I had spent a good two hours outside, in hot, muggy conditions, partaking in the July 3rd…read morecelebrations at Fairview City Hall. I hopped in my car afterwards to drive around Fairview. I spotted a sign to Bowie Park, including its nature centre, and turned in to check it out. It is a beautiful park with majestic trees. It felt so much cooler simply driving in this park because the trees shielded you from the heat and provided some much needed relief. Bowie Park has over 700 acres of forest and lakes. It also has 17 miles of trails. You can essentially go biking, horseback riding, fishing, running, and walking in nature. Park hours are between 5 am and 10 pm. I am assuming that gates block your way into this park when it's closed. I thoroughly enjoyed my brief drive into the park. You can park your car and take advantage of doing a hike or whatever activity you feel like doing while connecting with nature. It was so hot that I wasn't feeling a hike. A touristy car ride was good and a nice change of pace. I found the nature centre. It's a place for visitors to learn more about the park. It has nature exhibits, brochures, and art. It features the Bowie museum, which shares the history of the Bowie family and their gifting the park to Fairview. This centre has classes throughout the year on learning about this park. It also has staff offices and public restrooms. This park was named after Dr. Evangeline Bowie. Her family had purchased this plot of land in the 1950's. It was eroded and in poor condition. It went through a transformation of being bulldozed and redesigned into the forest that exists today. It was not crowded on a Sunday afternoon when I was here. I'd love to return and take a walk when it's not scorching hot. It felt peaceful and relaxing while I was here during my car tour. It's such a gem. It was an unexpected, cool find. (320)

Even though I can't place the exact neighborhood/area, William Whitfield Park is a hidden gem in…read morethe Nashville metro. As you pull in to the park, you are immediately taken with the large, open field (perfect for soccer), 3 baseball diamonds and a playground. But the crown jewel of the park is that it's the beginning of the seven mile creek greenway. I hadn't even heard of the greenway before I came to the park and that's a shame. As you begin the trail, you're overwhelmed with crystal blue skies, wild flowers that tower over your head and trails that go this, that and the other. The trail walks you past railways, over streets and through clearings. It's gorgeous to experience in the summer and autumn. Since the trail can get a bit extensive and remote, I'd recommend doing it with another person. The beginnings of the trail are quite well-trod but as you walk it, it gets a bit less defined and you might feel more comfortable doing it with another person. Whether you're a runner, urban explorer, pick up game player, or parent of a little leaguer or toddler who needs to burn off energy, WWP should be on your radar. It's worth the drive to check out even if that drive takes you a while.

Pleasant enough park with a pleasant enough walking trail. Nothing great oh, but it is nice. They…read morealso have a few sporting fields and a children's play area. There is decent parking.

Yes. Just a quiet little loop to walk around and enjoy some fresh air and sunshine. Not a huge path…read moreso if you're really wanting to get some mileage in you'll have to go around it many times but I enjoy walking here.

Founded in 2013, this 2.5 acre park has a paved walking/jogging path loop and not a lot else. But…read moredon't let this fool you. It's gorgeous. This property was a neighborhood pool in the 1940's and 1950's. Many city parks closed their pools dur to desegregation in the 1960's- it is unclear if that is why this one closed. Today, it's a beautiful, charming little park, with statuettes, benches, picnic tables, beautiful flowers, and a hidden fairy village in one of the trees. Also- unlike many local parks, this paved path is almost entirely in the shade, which makes it an especially nice little walk.