Are you a big hiker? Lover of the outdoors? Well, lucky for you Middle Tennessee folks, you don’t have to go all the way to the east side to get a solid hike in. Nope, not at all. We’ve done the leg work for you, and have a couple awesome spots that are sure to wet your whistle. Who knows? Maybe your new favorite is here! Here are the best hiking trails around Nashville.
- Edwin Warner Park - Harpeth Woods Trail
Michael Hicks / Flickr Located at the heart of Nashville, it’s a three mile hike that will get you breathing heavy enough to warrant your workout quota for the day. Plus, the views? Magic.
- Hamilton Creek Park - Pinnacle Trail
Anthony Jones / Flickr We recommend Pinnacle Trail, which is a bit under seven miles. Just a quick jaunt from city center and you’ll be amongst a gorgeous hive of trees and wildlife.
- Harpeth River State park - Narrows of the Harpeth
Hector Parayuelos / Facebook Harpeth River State Park comes up twice on this list, mainly because it’s a phenomenal state park with a ton of opportunities for your hiker at heart. You can take their two mile hike and be back before you know it!
- Percy Warner Park - Mossy Ridge Trail
Percy Warner Park / Facebook Known as “The Red Trail” for the local foliage, you’re looking at a medium difficulty hike that clocks in at just under five miles. Great for teenagers and beginners, or those looking for less of a troublesome stroll.
- Long Hunter State Park - Volunteer Trail
Crystal Bowron / Facebook This is a great trail for the little ones in your life. Pack up the kids and a couple of sandwiches, and this easy hike will get all the ants out of their pants and settle them down for a nap before you know it. You’re welcome.
- Harpeth River State Park - Hidden Lake Trail
Alicia Glasbow Mayes / Facebook The history of this trail is fantastic, and the hike is of medium difficulty. It comes highly recommended by the locals, providing the perfect Saturday afternoon activity.
- Beaman Park Nature Center - Highland Trail
Beaman Park / Facebook We honestly can’t believe this is still in Nashville. Beaman Park is like an oasis of wooded perfection, and though the hike can get a bit strenuous, the beauty makes up for it.
- Radnor Lake - Lake Trail
Michael Hicks / Flickr This easy lake path is well lit and quick for those of you only looking for a quick jaunt in the great outdoors. Located in Brentwood, parking is free and the trail is fabulous. Highly recommended!
Do you have favorite hiking trails around Nashville? Don’t keep the secret to yourself. Let us know!
Michael Hicks / Flickr
Located at the heart of Nashville, it’s a three mile hike that will get you breathing heavy enough to warrant your workout quota for the day. Plus, the views? Magic.
Anthony Jones / Flickr
We recommend Pinnacle Trail, which is a bit under seven miles. Just a quick jaunt from city center and you’ll be amongst a gorgeous hive of trees and wildlife.
Hector Parayuelos / Facebook
Harpeth River State Park comes up twice on this list, mainly because it’s a phenomenal state park with a ton of opportunities for your hiker at heart. You can take their two mile hike and be back before you know it!
Percy Warner Park / Facebook
Known as “The Red Trail” for the local foliage, you’re looking at a medium difficulty hike that clocks in at just under five miles. Great for teenagers and beginners, or those looking for less of a troublesome stroll.
Crystal Bowron / Facebook
This is a great trail for the little ones in your life. Pack up the kids and a couple of sandwiches, and this easy hike will get all the ants out of their pants and settle them down for a nap before you know it. You’re welcome.
Alicia Glasbow Mayes / Facebook
The history of this trail is fantastic, and the hike is of medium difficulty. It comes highly recommended by the locals, providing the perfect Saturday afternoon activity.
Beaman Park / Facebook
We honestly can’t believe this is still in Nashville. Beaman Park is like an oasis of wooded perfection, and though the hike can get a bit strenuous, the beauty makes up for it.
This easy lake path is well lit and quick for those of you only looking for a quick jaunt in the great outdoors. Located in Brentwood, parking is free and the trail is fabulous. Highly recommended!
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