I've only visited a couple of times and have mostly walked the perimeter, so I haven't seen…read moreeverything this park has to offer. However, what I've seen is absolutely gorgeous. There is truly nothing like being out in nature, walking the trails, and taking in the wildlife and beautiful scenery. I've seen people enjoying leisurely walks, others getting in a serious workout by jogging, kids playing hopscotch, and some simply stopping to appreciate the beauty of it all. The atmosphere is so peaceful that I've even sat in my car in the middle of the day and read a book, that's how relaxing this place is! The hills can be a bit challenging, but they're well worth it. Now, my legs may have had a different story on the topic (LOL)! Whether you're visiting alone or spending time with family and friends, there's something here for everyone. This is definitely a kid and dog friendly place too! I can only imagine how much more there is to explore within the park. I look forward to returning and discovering this rich urban forest. Pro Tips: *There is plenty of parking, both as you enter the park and further down near the nature center. Stop in there as well -- You can pick up directions and a map of the park to help plan your visit. There are also events that take place throughout the year. *Admission is free, for everyone to enjoy! *Try to go in the mornings or mid day. *Bring your camera and preserve your memories, it truly is a beautiful place. *As a safety precaution, always make sure to lock your car doors, you can never be too careful! As I continue to return, I will be sure to update you on my various experiences. So I hope you follow along! Muah!

Percy Warner is the best place for walking, hiking, running, or even biking (if you are brave…read moreenough for the hills). With many options for paved or dirt/gravel paths you can find something for each occasion. My personal favorite is the 5.8 mile loop. I have yet to brave the 11.2 mile loop. Beware of the stairs and hills! If you go during the weekday you might even spot a celebrity- perhaps Keith Urban *hint hint*

As a lifelong area resident, I'm shocked I waited so long to visit Cheekwood! The incredible home…read moreand gardens are a great way to spend a day. From the beginning, the experience was wonderful. After leaving our car and scanning our tickets, there were multiple employees to direct us and answer any questions. We began by exploring the gardens. My personal favorite was the sculpture walk, with several different sculptures hidden around every corner. We then took a self-guided tour of the historic mansion. The mansion is decorated with items from the Cheek family collection, as well as donated items and rotating art exhibits. I particularly loved the wood paneled library and the small morning/dining room. Definitely the place to come if you want some design inspo! Be prepared to walk when you visit. We arrived around 10:30 on a weekend, and were directed to park in the overflow parking. The overflow lot requires a walk on gravel/rock with a slight incline. Although the site is huge, there are plenty of benches and three different restrooms. There are limited food options, but we were able to bring sandwiches and enjoy lunch in the water garden. When visiting, don't miss the iconic Wisteria Arbor or the stables!

Checkwood has stunning views and many photo-worthy spots. Went on a breezy Sunday where the sun was…read morebright and the winds a little high. I only attended the garden due to time since I had to be back on the road for home. I was able to walk 3/4 of the garden within 2 hours so I say there is much to see and admire. I was able to take photos with ease and I enjoyed that I wasn't the only one carrying a camera. 1 thing I didn't like is that the paid parking is on a steep hill and basically dirt. It was only $7 ($5 + $2 fee) but i would've hoped for something a bit better. So carry your good shoes in your hand.

Great modern playground with offerings for young and older kids…read more Great for families with one or more children of any ages.

Beautiful park that has lots of seating and shade! We loved that they have different options for…read morethe age groups, all in the shade. Nice turf, lots of picnic tables, and some real grass areas to lay in with a blanket. Really pretty tennis court, small field to play ball, and the mosaic dragon! Only bummer is no bathroom here, otherwise it would be five stars.

Great spot for sunset. Not too big though. Has enough parking slots too. This is a cute spot for…read morefriends and couples.

For sure it's a great view of the Nashville skyline. Also holds up to its name lovers circle lol…read more There were people laying all over on blankets making out everywhere. Found humor that all the trash bins were overflowing with garbage and people were laying in it just to cop a feel and steal a kiss. Parking was rough, since this place is no secret to locals but worth stopping for the night time view of the skyline . Just watch where you step, you may step in the trash or a horny teenager. Lol

I'm honestly not sure what the bad reviews are about here. People are saying that they're just…read moreglorifying the family, and not touching on the history of slavery, etc. We took a guided tour here in our trip to Nashville, and our tour guide was so knowledgeable. She touched on the good and the ugly. I didn't feel like she was "glorifying" anything. It's almost like some people just don't like history. History can be ugly somtimes, news flash. I love historical places and this place was cool! You really feel the energy here. It's pretty cool. The only part that sucks is that you're not allowed to take photos. Prices are good for toure too. It comes with a wine tasting at the end and a couple of them were super tasty! And I don't even like wine.

A Nashville MUST-DO!!! We LOVED this!! The historic site is excellent for walking and enjoying a…read moreglass of wine. We loved everything about our Wine & Food Pairing experience and would do it over and over again!! We visited on Friday, January 2nd, and everything was perfect. There is so much history here, so take time to explore the grounds before or after one of their exceptional Pairings or tastings!

This land was originally the Woodmont School, an elementary school for Nashville. Originally built…read morein 1931, it was closed due to low enrollment in 1982. It sat abandoned, for a couple of years before the city council voted to donate the land to Metro Parks. The school itself was demolished in 1986. The land was then developed to a park, which opened in 1988. Today this park is tiny and adorable! It is 3.42 acres of land, which today hosts: a pavilion, a jogging trail, playgrounds, a basketball court, a baseball backstop, and tennis court. When Nashville Parks experienced a budget cut in 2003, the Woodmont Area Neighborhood Association decided to raise the funds privately, planting trees and updating the fencing.

*Playground Review*…read more Do not drink the water unless you want to be pregnant. This is literally where all of the pregnant mom's come with their older kids. Nothing wrong with that, but I really did feel like a minority here with my friend's kid that I was watching for the afternoon. My friend asked me to meet her in Green Hills and Woodmont showed up from a quick google search that was convenient to where she was going to have to be. The park itself is quaint and has plenty of shade and a pavilion if you do not want to be out in the middle of the sun, but unfortunately, some of the other side of the park (and funner activities) are in the open sun rays. That was a little trying on my friend's 4 year old. He wanted to play in that certain part of the playground, but there was no shade to help. I felt bad, but kept hydrating him and helped him cope with it. The playground equipment is well-maintained and offers a diverse amount of activities for the children for both climbers and younger children. I would say this is probably more geared towards older kids than toddlers and I would recommend if you do bring your toddler, to keep a very watchful eye on their movements. A gentle reminder since there were bigger kids here wandering than younger kids. There is a porter potty available for use. It was as clean as much as one of those can be and is handicap accessible. My recommendation is to use the bathroom before coming here if you are able to do so. The park is much bigger than just the playground and good for walking around and bringing your animal on a leash. Emphasis on the leash due to the heavy activity of children. Parking is pretty straightforward. There is a small parking lot along with street parking in the neighborhood. Just be careful when turning out of the parking lot. People were flying down the main street and didn't take much consideration into the fact that it is a neighborhood park with lots of people around. It was a bit dangerous and wish people would slow their roll when kids are present.

Our family LOVES this park. The kids love the merry-go-round and that it's flush with the ground…read more (I love that because it's less opportunity for injury!) There are so many things to play on and with here including swings, big slides, monkey bars, merry-go-round, and more!! If you're in the area and would like a great place for kids to free-play on for free-- check it out.

What a lovely little park for children (and the young at heart). A really sensational play…read morestructure, three stories tall, with all kinds of slides, climbing, swings, even a spinning wheel. Lots of green grass to run around on, three gazebos with picnic tables underneath, and a restroom. Go up the hill just aways and you'll also find an old historical log cabin important to the area. Of course there is a red caboose also parked for photo ops, giving the park its name. Reasonably sized parking lot. This place'd be ideal for parties! When we went in the afternoon to sit and eat sandwiches, there were kids galore having a great time with their families. Wholesome.

Incredible park right outside the heart of nashville. Truly there are trails for everyone. The…read morenature center itself is also fun to explore. They have a bird garden, greenhouse, pond and flower garden. The creek is so serene. They just reopened after the ice storm and they did such a wonderful job clearing all the trails. It feels so safe. Now that it's getting warmer daffodils are popping up along the trails. Can't wait to see all the trees fill in this spring :)

We got here all the time for the nice walking trails. They have paved and un-paved trails, steep up…read moreand over the hill, and flat trails. Its a lovely park, and they have Daffodils everywhere in March! A lot of people will bike here or run and there's always people walking their dogs. There's plenty of parking, but most of it is grass for the overflow lot. They also have a little play area for small children (no swings or slides). Its also a nice picnic area if you bring a blanket.