Nashville Area Parks

The weather is starting to get warmer, and that means it is time for more outside play! Nashville and surrounding areas have some great parks, so be sure and check out a few (or all) below! Not only have we included the top playground parks, but areas to see and learn about nature as well.Nashville Area Parks

Nashville Area Parks

Davidson County

Percy Warner Park
Span more than 3,100 acres of forest and field; includes a nature Center, picnic shelters, dog park, scenic roadways and overlooks, hiking trails, mountain bike trails, equestrian center and horse trails, cross country running courses, golf courses, and athletic fields
7311 Hwy 100
Nashville, TN 37221

Shelby Park Nature Play
Adjacent to the Cumberland river, the views are amazing! The greenway offers over 5 miles of paved ADA accessible trail for hiking, biking, running, skating and wildlife watching and over 5 miles of primitive trails for more passive activities of walking, running and exploring nature.
1900 Davidson St.
Nashville, TN 37216

Cumberland Spray Park
This park is an innovative play space, along the Nashville downtown riverfront, for children and families incorporating unique play structures and water features
592 South 1st Street
Nashville, TN
open summer

Centennial Park
The 132-acres of Centennial Park features: the iconic Parthenon, a one-mile walking trail, Lake Watauga, the Centennial Art Center, historical monuments, an arts activity center, a beautiful sunken garden, a band shell, an events shelter, sand volleyball courts, dog park, and an exercise trail.
2500 West End Avenue
Nashville, TN 37203

Fannie Mae Dees Park
Fannie Mae Dees Park

Fannie Mae Dees Park (Dragon Park)
Also known as Dragon Park because of the large mosaic serpent sculpture that slithers through the landscape- this is such a fun park to visit and so visually appealing!
2400 Blakemore Ave,
Nashville, TN 37212

Sevier Park
Tranquil spot with trees, lawns & a creek, plus a walking path, community center & historic house.
3021 Lealand Ln
Nashville, TN 37212

Richland Park
Wide open, grassy fields, tennis courts, and a playground.
4601 Charlotte Pike
Nashville, TN 37209

Beaman Park
Located in northwest Nashville near Joelton, this wild and rugged land is a unique treasure in Nashville’s park system and features a Highland Rim forest type, unique plant associations and species, and a rugged landscape with steep slopes, narrow hollows, and streams and waterfalls.
5911 Old Hickory Blvd
Ashland City, TN 37015

Bells Bend Park
808 acre park for nature and outdoor lovers; opportunities to view wildlife; walking trails
4187 Old Hickory Blvd
Nashville, TN 37218

Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park
Learn about Tennessee’s history at this one-of-a-kind state park; includes a 200-foot granite map of the state, a World War II Memorial, a 95-Bell Carillon, a Pathway of History and the Rivers of Tennessee Fountains; in the summertime, there are play spray fountains to run and cool off in
600 James Robertson Pkwy
Nashville, TN 37243

Cane Ridge Park
Open basketball courts, biking trails, playgrounds and shelters
419 Battle Road
AntiochTN 37013

Cedar Hill Park
7 sheltered picnic areas (including one that’s waterside), sports fields, playgrounds, trails, a duck pond and lots of open green space
860 Old Hickory Blvd
Madison, TN 37115

Eastland Park
Playground, a grassy field, and picnic area
1501 Douglas Ave
Nashville TN, 37206

Two Rivers Park
Located in the heart of Donelson, this park has a lot to offer; Wave Country is located here and open during the summer; picnic shelters; greenway and pedestrian bridge over the Cumberland; skate park; disc golf park
3150 McGavock Pike
Nashville, TN 37214

Woodmont Park
Walking path, play area, lots of open area, tennis and basketball courts
912 Estes Rd
Nashville, TN 37215

Cooks Recreation on Percy Priest
Lakeside area featuring a large sandy swimming beach, fishing, a nature trail & 2 picnic shelters.
12230 Old Hickory Blvd
Hermitage, TN 37076
*Each vehicle will be charged a $5.00 day use fee upon entrance to the park.

Hamilton Creek Park
381 acres near Percy Priest-a playground, public restrooms, hiking trails, covered pavilions for picnicking, mountain bike trails, a sailboat marina, a BMX track, and a boat launch
2901 Bell Rd
Nashville, TN 37217

Green Hills Park
Walking path, tennis courts, playground, picnic shelters
1200 Lone Oak Rd
Nashville, TN 37215


Williamson County

Granny White Park
Walking trails; athletic field; lighted tennis court; lighted baseball/softball fields with dugout covers: playground; Rotary pavilion
610 Granny White Pk
Brentwood, TN 37027

Crockett Park
Playground featuring rubberized paths, slides, picnic tables, rubber tire obstacles and bouncy bridges, castle architecture with dragon art, mini-amphitheater and puppet show stage, tire swings that seat three
Wonder walking trail; athletic fields; bike trails, tennis courts
1500 Volunteer Pkwy
Brentwood, TN 37027

River Park
Picnic shelters with grills, playground, basketball court, walking trails
1100 Knox Valley Dr
Brentwood, TN 37027

Pinkerton Park
Along the Harpeth River and Fort Granger; multiple playgrounds and picnic shelters; walking track; grills, restrooms
405 Murfreesboro Road
Franklin, TN 37064

Aspen Grove Park
Walking trail; grills; restrooms; large covered pavilion, playground area
3200 Aspen Grove Drive
Franklin, TN 37067

Jim Warren Park
Pavilions; lighted baseball Fields: football fields; playgrounds; tennis courts; walking trail; skatepark, basketball court, catch-and-release park; restrooms
705 Boyd Mill Ave
Franklin, TN 37064

Judge Fulton Greer Park
Tennis & volleyball courts, soccer fields, a playground & a walking trail.
1120 Hillsboro Rd
Franklin, TN 37064

Liberty Park
Baseball fields, disc golf, playground
2080 Turning Wheel Lane
Franklin, TN 37067

Sarah Benson Park
Jogging paths, bike trail, playing fields, playground, Mars Dog Sensory Garden, restrooms and water fountains
1513 Thompson’s Station Rd W.
Thompson’s Station, TN 37179

Fischer Park at Port Royal
Playground, splash pad (10am-7pm), covered pavilions, restrooms, walking trail, basketball/tennis courts, football fields
4285 Port Royal Road
Spring Hill, TN 37174

Harvey Park
Recreational facilities, such as picnic pavilions, a playground, walking trail and restroom facilities.
4001 Miles Johnson Parkway
Spring Hill, TN 37174

McLemore Ave Park
Playground, gazebo, picnic area, basketball court, grills
632 McLemore Ave
Spring Hill, TN 37174

Bowie Nature Park
Forested trails, a treehouse playground & an education center highlight this nature preserve.
7211 Bowie Lake Rd
Fairview, TN 37062


Sumner County

Triple Creek Park
Athletic fields, playgrounds, frisbee disc golf, walking trail, dog park, covered pavilion,
1333 Touchdown Drive
GallatinTN 37066

Gallatin Miracle Park
Located within Triple Creek Park, this is the largest all-inclusive park in the state; a 27,000-square-foot universal playground with ramps, wheelchair-accessible swings, gliders, merry-go-round, sensory panels, musical instruments, zip-lines and other equipment for individuals of all abilities; a 17,000-square-foot ball field that is fully wheelchair accessible as well as an 18,000-square-foot pedal park for individuals to ride a bicycle safely.
240 Champion Dr
Gallatin, TN 37066

Bledsoe Creek State Park
Campsites, hiking trails, water activities, pavilions, camping areas, docks, playground
400 Zieglers Fort Rd
Gallatin, TN 37066

Memorial Park
Gazebo, athletic fields, playground areas, tennis courts, shelters, walking trails
151 E. Main St.
Hendersonville, TN 37075

Rockland Recreation Area
Located on the shore of Old Hickory Lake, shelters, volleyball court, playground, large grassy area, nature trails, water activities nearby
5 Power Plant Road
Hendersonville, TN 37075

Veterans Park
Community baseball fields, 2 inline hockey rinks & a skate park, children’s play area
140 Scotch St
Hendersonville, TN 37075

Moss-Wright Park
Several ballfields, a large playground, trails, dog park, pavilions & picnic tables
745 Caldwell Dr
Goodlettsville, TN 37072


Wilson County

Charlie Daniels Park
Playgrounds including a rock wall, tennis, basketball & sand volleyball courts, splash pad, pavilions, walking trails, skate park,
1075 Charlie Daniels Pkwy
Mt. Juliet, TN 37122

Cedars of Lebanon State Park
Campsites, picnic tables, grills, disc golf, hiking, horseback riding, playground
328 Cedar Forest Rd
Lebanon, TN 37090

Don Fox Community Park
Grills, pavilions, picnic area, wading pool, walking track, playgrounds, sand volleyball courts
955 W Baddour Pkwy
Lebanon, TN 37087


Rutherford County

Barfield Crescent Park
Many picnic shelters, athletic fields, over seven miles of walking/hiking trails, disc golf course, playgrounds, horseshoe pits, tetherball, volleyball court, Wilderness Station with animals, a gift shop and educational materials
BlueCross Healthy Place playground including include a play area, fitness station and freestanding play and climbing area
697 Veterans Pkwy
Murfreesboro, TN 37128

Cason Trail Greenway Park & Trailhead
Playground, paved walking trails along the Stones River, bark park, pavilions
1100 Cason Trail
Murfreesboro, TN 37128

McKnight Park
Includes The David Price Miracle Field is a special needs baseball and playground facility designed for inclusive play for all ages and capabilities
Athletics fields, picnic areas, playgrounds
120 Dejarnette Ln
Murfreesboro, TN 37130

Old Fort Park/Kids Castle
Large picnic area with pavilions, Kids Castle playground area, access to the greenway walking trail along the Stones River (also features many historical makers about the Civil War)
Old Fort Pkwy
Murfreesboro, TN 37129

Richard Siegel Park
Athletic fields, pavilions, playgrounds, walking trails
515 Cherry Ln Dr
Murfreesboro, TN 37129

Gregory Mill Park
Contains a splash pad for warmer months, walking trail, grills, pavilions,
390 Enon Springs Rd E.
Smyrna, TN 37167

Lee Victory Recreation Park
Tennis courts, multiple playground area, walking trail, basketball courts, athletic fields, pavilions, Blue Angels Captain Jeff Kuss USMC Memorial
110 Sam Ridley Pkwy E.
Smyrna, TN 37167

Veterans Memorial Park
Athletic fields, playgrounds, pavilions, skate park, in-line hockey rink, walking trails
115 Floyd Mayfield Dr
La Vergne, TN 37086

Long Hunter State Park– on Davidson/Rutherford County line
This large state park area has four different areas and is definitely a place to check out with the family. You can view nature, fish, check out the bank of the Percy Priest Lake, hike, and more! Also has playgrounds, pavilions, an alpine tower, swimming and camping.
2910 Hobson Pike
Hermitage, TN 37076

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