Sharp Springs Natural Area

2.2 mi

This was a special date night for 10 couples. We all had a great dinner and were anticipating…read morepainting our masterpieces. Our Smyrna Parks representative "Elianna" and her helpers were awesome. They were kind and patient. The made sure we all had everything we need to complete our paintings. I would love to do it again next year.

We love this park!!! When we come here. My son will play here for a minimum of 3 hours. He probably…read morecould stay here all day if he could. I love that it's so big and has so much stuff for kids to do and play. I love that most of the newer playgrounds no longer have woodchips. This makes it much safer for little ones to run around. We will definitely be back.

Dinner courtesy of La Tovola. It was scrumptious. Spaghetti with meat sauce, great homemade bread stick, salad, drinks and desserts.

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Gregory Mill Dam Park

4.1

(11 reviews)

1.9 mi

Quiet, green, clean in early afternoon during the week. The trees were beautiful and lots of…read moresitting areas. Didn't explore much, wrong shoes on Will visit more often as it's close to home.

Overall, a pleasant park to get out and just unwind from the daily grind. I enjoyed walking the…read morewalking trail and for a Thursday afternoon, it was not overly busy, but there were several people there.

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Murfreesboro Greenway-Thompson Lane Trailhead

5.9 mi

My youngest son and I spent a little over an hour yesterday walking the greenway and soaking up…read moresome sun. There was some craziness going on in our neighborhood (and we live in a very good area of town). Apparently, a man and his wife were in a domestic dispute, and swat had to be called in to take him out. Since we couldn't get to our home for 4 plus hours, my son and I went to dinner, and then to the greenway for some exercise. As we were walking, he was playing Pokémon Go collecting whatever they collect in that game and conducting "raids." I was just enjoying my time with him and the serene view and calm water of the stones river. We even had a rock skipping competition which was fun too. After about an hour or hour and a half, we headed back to our neighborhood and we're able to finally get into our home. Unfortunately, we heard that the man had to be shot and killed by swat.

What a great find! I was driving by, saw the sign, pulled in, and ended up taking a beautiful 3…read moremile river walk! What a treat this walk was. Clean trails, lots of open space (which made me feel safe), lots of people/pets out enjoying the pathways, waterfalls, small bridges, overlooks, the constant sound of moving water, and fresh air. I'll be back for sure!

Great for adult and kids to sit around and feed ducks!

Great photography opportunities at the greenway! also some nice duck companions

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Mill Ridge Park

4.3

(3 reviews)

7.4 mi

This is a newer park in the Antioch/ Lavergne area. It's big and has a variety of different kinds…read moreof areas for the kids to play. They have bathroom and not portables so that's good but they weren't very clean by the end of the day. They have basketball courts too. Plenty of parking. Definitely come check it out, your kids will have fun.

Very fun playground, they have a giant slide, 3 story's!!! There is a hiking trail, playground for…read moreyounger kids, tables for party's, and a big field. After a couple times of going to this park it does get kind of boring, also there is a very creepy and sketchy ice cream truck that comes almost every time I'm here.

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Cane Ridge Park

3.0

7.8 mi

Major safety concerns with Cane Ridge Ball Park. The infields are turf but why were no funds…read moreallocated to safety nets to prevent serious injury? This past weekend there was a 14 U baseball tournament and baseballs were CONSTANTLY flying around spectator viewing areas as well as landing in other baseball fields during games?!?!? Every 1-2 minutes during games fans were screaming "HEADS UP" because there were so many baseballs being hit outside of the field. The current set up is not safe to host middle school and high school baseball. Lastly, the entrance and walkway in the park does not meet ADA regulations. People cannot safely propel wheelchairs or walkers on the small ramp nor on the walkway leading to the fields. The walkway is uneven, surface area needs replaced and there are large potholes.

This park was founded in 1983, and has over 270 acres, a playground, public restrooms, picnic…read moreshelters, baseball fields, basketball courts, tennis courts, a football/multipurpose field, a mountain bike trail, a disc golf field, and a model airplane airfield, and a paved walking/jogging path. It's hosted baseball tournaments, and been a hotbed of controversy as neighbors have protested the model airplane field and Rutherford County has debated property lines with Davidson. It's a huge park- at one point the third largest in the city. It's gorgeous, too, with a lot of trails.

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Volunteer Park

(1 review)

1.1 mi

Always a joy to visit. We go quite often. Thanks so much Smyrna for a safe a fun environment for…read moreour kids to have fun.

Hilltop-Rosenwald Park

3.5

2.9 mi

Nice local park with basketball courts, a few pavilions, plenty of parking, a children's…read moreplayground, a walking path and an overall pleasant and relaxing vibe. I would definitely recommend here.

Littered. Two small standard gazebos. One large covered area with a handful of picnic tables. Only…read more2 separate (side by side adjacent) half court (if that) basket ball hoops. They face 2 small tennis courts. Has benches and tables, handicap ramps, very small kids playground with 4 swings of 3 different types (1 being tire). No hiking, some very basic, non scenic trails. Sign listed Smyrna PD # to call in case of emergency or report issues. Take note of it as it doesn't appear to a sketch park, perhaps this town, or part of, is sketch. The restrooms that need a lot of attention, very short stall doors so you can see each others faces. It was also smelly and & stuffy.. Lots of parking. Nothing special.

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Sharp Springs Park

4.5

0.0 mi

A very pleasant walk, quiet and nicely canopied but the ponds are in serious need of cleaning…read more There is too much garbage and the ponds don't appear to be inviting to wildlife. I wish the Frisbee golf areas were not EVERYWHERE. This park has a lot of potential but really needs a lot of tlc.

Great trailheads with .25 mile makers. Clean bathrooms and great calm scenery. There are plenty of…read morewildlife to take pictures of; turtles on fallen trees in the lake, deer, squirrels, geese, cranes.

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Patterson Park Community Center

4.2

(13 reviews)

12.4 mi

Patterson park been around for a while. I just never been in til recently. Plenty of parking. Easy…read moreaccessible for wheelchair or disability. They have great seniors discount rate. They offer swimming lessons here you can sign up. It's great that they offer year round. Indoor pool has some chairs for parents to sit. A bit smaller than what it looks. But overall the basic necessity here is good.

Good inside pool and outside pool. People are nice and place is clean. Lots of fun to be had with…read morefamily.

Getting ready for H2O Zumba

Indoor pool

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Elite Dance and Fitness Nolensville Dress Rehearsal

Splash Island - Tullahoma

4.0

(8 reviews)

46.3 mi

My kids got flipped off and cussed at a lifeguard they told him and the kids were very close and he…read moresaid he did not care

Food is overpriced but besides that it's fun for kids adults teams. There's water slides. There's a…read morelazy river and it is fine.

Sharp Springs Natural Area - parks - Updated July 2026

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