I never knew this greenway was hiding right in my neighborhood until a few months ago, but I'm so…read morehappy I know now. The Nashville Greenway system is wonderful and this is no exception. It's clean, scenic and mostly flat, great for walking, running or biking! It hugs the Harpeth River (no surprise given the name), so lots of water views. If you live in west Nashville this is a great spot to add to your normal hiking/biking rotation. Also: love the super easy and huge parking situation at the Golf Center.

Why are there so few reviews of this greenway? Probably because there are two unconnected segments…read more One is northwest near I-40 and mostly within Bellevue Park, pinned in the Yelp map. The other is a much longer segment that starts in Edwin Warner Park near Ensworth School and continues along the Harpeth River until a dead end in a field just across train tracks from Bellevue Park and 2,000 feet short of the other segment. I recommend the much longer segment for most uses. The best places to park are within Edwin Warner Park off Highway 100 or in a dedicated parking lot near Edwin Warner Park Picnic Shelters 9 and 11, off Vaughn Road. The trail is long and on a beautiful Saturday, I it to be unexpectedly empty. Most of the trail is flat except a big hill along Morton Mill Road on the north end of the greenway. There is a mix of fields and new growth woods along most of the greenway, which is almost entirely in the Harpeth River's floodplain. Because it sits in the floodplain and is between fields and the river bank, there were many places where the paved path was covered by mud. There are scenic bridges over the Harpeth and a few overlooks, especially north of Highway 100. Some bridges are narrow enough that I had to stop my bike to wait for people to cross. Compared to other greenways in the area, there were few facilities - portable toilets in Edwin Warner Park and water stations at a couple of the trailheads. Benches are scarce except one in the middle and a few with some loose or missing planks on the overlooks near the northern end.

Writing about war and memorials is difficult for many people, myself included. I have ancestors and…read morefamily members who fought in the American Revolutionary War and virtually every war since then, including me - with service in Vietnam. (I also served in the US Peace Corps under Sergeant Schriver, so I've seen contributions of US citizens on many levels and many "fronts"). One of the most controversial aspects is the memorializing or celebrating sacrifices of women and men who fought for their beliefs...regardless of which "side" they served during the conflict. The monuments at Winstead Hill Park are no exception. Granted, this was a significant vantage point for the Confederate Army in the Battle of Franklin. But, how should this area be commemorated? (Apparently some reviewers think it should not be here at all.) There are newer monuments to people who fought on both sides, especially those reflected in the 2021 "Fuller Story" located in downtown Franklin. But I am writing this review simply as my observations on a visit to this place. I am not trying to judge whether it should or should not be celebrated or here in the first place. The park has some easy-to-navigate walking paths...relatively level and smooth with only a few gentle rises to negotiate. IMHO walking paths in this part of the park, are very handicap friendly. A few markers dot the paths in this relatively small "park"... the staging and observations area for the Confederates. However, the actual "memorial" to the Confederate Units ("Sons of the Confederate Memorial") and their leadership is a different story. It is a very steep, difficult climb up a poorly designed and awkwardly - only partially paved - "trail". The monuments to the Confederate Units are rather imposing considering the limited space in which they are displayed. Once you arrive at the top, the view does provide a quite expansive look over what would have been the Union troop placements and defenses near the town. BUT, the access is so steep and difficult, anyone with limited mobility should not attempt...and if you are in a wheel chair...it is categorically impossible. Bottom line: a nice, quiet park area that evokes mixed emotions for many visitors.

The preservation of history is well done and perfect for walking. I love this park so much!read more

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.

The Shelby Bottoms Nature Center is part of the sprawling Shelby Bottoms park area and is focused…read moreon environmental education and awareness while also providing a cool recreational space for folks in and around Nashville. Additionally, there are community gardens, exhibition space and a few other things to get you better acquainted with nature. The Nature Center is essentially a gateway to the greenway and other trails that start and/or run through Shelby Bottoms. I have visited the center on my way to the greenway, as the trailhead here, along with parking, makes for a great and easy entry/exit point. The park, along with the center, is always well taken care of, clean, in good condition and managed very well by the park service. Overall, phenomenal space for us locals to have access to!

This is a great trail park and it's connected to Shelby Park. We hiked it 2 miles in for a 4 mile…read morewalk. It's lush with trees, vines and open areas as well. There are lots of bicycles so it pays to be vigilant. I'd recommend it!

Two Rivers Park may be one of my favorite parks in the Nashville metro area! If you have ever…read moredriven on Briley near Opry Mills, then you have seen either the water park or pedestrian bridge, both of which are just a small part of what makes Two Rivers Park such a cool spot! The main draw of Two Rivers for me is the Greenway trails and of course the pedestrian bridge that crosses the Cumberland river and provides gorgeous views and a solid backdrop for a walk. The trails at Two Rivers are some of the most active in the city as at any given time of the day there are folks walking, blading, biking, jogging, etc...I spend most of my time when at the park on the greenway, it's well kept, well maintained, clean and peaceful. Outside of the trails, the park features a skate park, the water park, a golf course and a few other activity based areas. They also have a lot of public space and gazebos you can rent for parties and such. The park is huge, so you can access it from several areas from Briley, McGavock or Shelby Bottoms. The main entrance is just off of Briley, which is where I usually go, as parking is plentiful and it is a good start/stop point when hitting the greenway...plus the pedestrian bridge is right there! Overall, I really enjoy Two Rivers Park!

Visiting from North Carolina and this park was everything. Super clean and refreshing. Multiple…read moretrails. People were walking, running, riding bikes, roller blading and skateboarding. I also saw a water park and skateboard park.

Love bringing our dogs for a nice walk through the park and visiting the restaurant. The trails…read moreare nice and clearly marked. There are waste baskets and poop bags available.

Stayed at Montgomery Bell Lodge in Tennessee and it's worth the trip. Clean, modern lodge tucked…read moreright inside the state park, overlooking the lake. Rooms are simple but solid -- everything you need after a long hike or day on the water. Restaurant downstairs is convenient, food's better than you'd expect for park dining, and you can grab coffee before heading out. Best part? You walk right out the door into trails, woods, and lake views without ever touching your truck. Not luxury, but not trying to be. Lodge and loaded with what matters: comfort, location, and that Tennessee outdoors feel.

Great park with excellent views!! BIG hill to walk up, but then levels out. Great views and…read morehistory. It is a hidden gem.

Hidden in plain sight just a few blocks off of Franklin Road in Brentwood, Maryland Way Park is a…read moresmall, simple space that offers a .3-mile paved walking path, a few metal workout/activity stations, benches, and a pergola with a picnic table...plus metal horse sculptures and a time capsule buried on the grounds that cannot be opened until 2046! The park is clean and well maintained. A good portion of the green space is designed to let water runoff from the main road travel through, so there are lots of gullies and indentions in a good portion of the green areas. There is still a decent area that allows for grass play without issue. There are no public facilities or dedicated parking. You have to find parking in one of the nearby business lots. Overall, it is a no-frills public space with an interesting history, that happens to be wedged between businesses, hotels and a Whataburger. Solid 3.5 for a public space and a spot to enjoy a leisurely walk close to all the action of Brentwood.

In the middle of the beautiful business park (really, not being ironic, as business parks go,…read moreMaryland Farms is a beautiful specimen of the genre) you can find a 7-acre oasis with walking/jogging trail, exercise stations and a couple of benches. On a sunny weekend afternoon, we nearly had the park for ourselves and the traffic on adjacent Maryland Way is not too noticeable thanks to the topography of the park. (Although there wasn't much traffic since it was a Sunday. Traffic noise might be more noticeable during a busy weekday.) Given the amount of wealth coursing through Brentwood, I think the city (or perhaps some private sponsors) could spruce up the park a little. Many of the exercise stations have faded signs/instructions or seem to have pieces missing. And it might be nice if there were a picnic table or two in addition to the two benches. My biggest gripe is probably the fact that there is no obvious place to park. We parked in an unmarked lot that was nearby the park, but there was no connecting pathway to the park itself. It wasn't a big deal for us to scramble up and down a couple of short grassy hillsides, but I can imagine it being an issue for some other folks. I did like the interpretive sign explaining the history of the Maryland Farms area, which was apparently a 400-acre horse farm until the 1970s!