Incredible park right outside the heart of nashville. Truly there are trails for everyone. The nature 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 :) read more

Warner Parks Nature Center - Hiking Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

We got here all the time for the nice walking trails. They have paved and un-paved trails, steep up and 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. read more

Warner Parks Nature Center - Daffodils - Hiking Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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Such a special and unique place. The creek is a perfect space for little ones to waddle down and explore, the water was not too deep. My two year old and his friend loved it. We saw minows, crawfish, pondskipoers, so many butterflies a water snake. Afterwards we went to the children's play area where the children enjoyed playing in the houses and gathering water with the bucket from the water pump. The facilities were impressively well maintained. read more

Moving here from Chicago, one of my favorite things about Nashville was the hiking options. The Warner Parks, 7 years being here now, are still my absolute favorite in the area. Hundreds of paved and wooded trails to choose from. Stunning scenery. I'm there multiple times every single month. Love love love. read more

Warner Parks Nature Center - Hiking Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Edwing Warner Park: went for a walk in this serene park, which surprisingly turned out to be quite an educative experience. The nature center museum was closed, but the pond and nature garden was a good experience. The plants were labeled, and there is some good vegetables like okra, bell peppers. There is a small park called called Nature Play with a small slide, which in seeing the pic my 6 year old said is a baby slide. The Sandy Bivens bird garden is pretty cool, gives instruction how to make one in your house, with a water source, include native plants, and mulched leaves. Also remove any invasive plants. There is a bird research program happening here which gives info on how they band birds, which means place radio transmitters on them, to know their movements. Apparently you can watch this, but we do not find that area to be open. Overall great experience. There are many trails which can be done here as well. read more

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Came here to take a walk, some dirt paths, some biking paths. Great spot for a walk, run, bike ride. Not too many people, plenty of parking, lots of trees and shade! read more

Great for hiking and running awesome trees and trails at different levels.,, Take a picnic lunch as well lots of rest stops along the way but remember where you're going! Lol read more

It was our first visit for the family and man was it a real treat. We coming back from Fairview and as we on highway we dipped into the park for a quick walk with the pups. As we made our way to the entrance we found a parking space pretty quickly. We headed the walking trail and stayed under the trees as it super hot outside. We picked a spot to rest in the shade then my pointed at two deers that were headed our way. The deer were about 40 feet away from us the pups were freaking out, but we kept them still. The deer strolled by with a light jog and headed into the woods. It was really cool and a treat to be that closer to nature. We will be back to explore more of what the park has to offer. read more

Warner Parks Nature Center - Deer! - Hiking Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

I LOVED HIKING HERE! It's almost hidden behind the more gorgeous neighborhood. Regardless of the trail or more paved path, you get the more amazing adventure. read more

I'm always looking for places to hike near the Nashville area and Warner Parks has been on my list for some time. We went on a Saturday and it was fairly busy in the area we went to, but discovered the park is rather big and there are a ton of hiking trails with varying difficulty. The overlook point was gorgeous and had nice views of downtown Nashville. This time of year is particularly beautiful will the fall foliage. Recommended! read more

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Absolutely beautiful park with so many wonderful areas to explore. The trails here are fantastic in all seasons, but the springtime is when you really want to make your way here. I cannot love this park more and in particular the Burch Reserve Trail. You must try it if you are in even decent hiking shape. It has quite a bit of uphill on it, but nothing too daunting. There is shade along the way and you will hear birds singing all around you, so taking breaks is recommended. There is also a pond and a meadow to enjoy. You won't be disappointed. read more

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The Warner Parks (Percy Warner Park & Edwin Warner Park) are pretty massive - 3,200 acres featuring 16.75 miles of hiking trails! I visited the Percy Warner Park yesterday when I was nearby in order to hike the Warner Woods Trail (a 2.8-mile loop through the woods). Because it was a Monday, I was able to find parking near the Percy Warner Park Stairs (at the Belle Meade Blvd. entrance to the park). From there, I walked up the stairs, and the trail was really easy to find (marked well throughout by white paint on trees along the trail). The trail is heavily-trafficked, even on a Monday. (Lots of runners and hikers!) The Warner Parks are popular! But it's a pretty trail, and it was easy enough to get around people even during COVID. I'd happily check out more of the park system another time (there are some paved trails that seem better for running - since I'm not much of a trail runner - too clumsy!). But - FYI - bathrooms are far and few between, and the park can be quite crowded, making parking difficult at more peak hours (I recommend checking the park out on off-days or during off-hours if you can. read more

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I'm a bit of a mess right now. I don't know what it is. Maybe it's the time of year. Maybe it's all the chaos in the universe. Maybe someone put roots on me. I don't know. But my energy is off. It's way off. I keep doing things wrong. I don't think Edwin Warner is a 3-star park but I had a 3-star (a-ok) experience here. Thing is, I probably did something wrong. I parked in the lot away from the nature center (wrong). I came too early in the year (wrong... but not my fault; climate change has jacked up fall). I wore the wrong shoes. I took the wrong trail. I kept thinking about the fancy of Radnor and was disappointed (comparatively) with Edwin Warner. I did it all wrong. So, I am writing to (hopefully) make sure you do it right. Park by the nature center. Wait until the leaves change and go early in the day and in the week. Take a nature trail. I took the paved trail and it's a (decent) loop up and around a hill. But for the gates, a car could drive it. You don't go on a hike that could be replicated by a drive. Take the nature path and venture into the unknown. From what I could tell from the road/paved path, the nature paths were very clearly marked with colors so it's unlikely you'd get lost. You might walk longer than you expected but come with water, a hat, sunglasses, and the right shoes and all will be well. Wear the right shoes. You're entering nature, not strolling the concourses at CoolSprings. There are sights to be seen so read the reviews and (better yet) a map before venturing off on your adventure. Plan wisely and you're pretty sure to have a 4- to 5-star experience. As it was, mine was fine. Time spent in nature is never a loss* but I found myself bored very early in to my walk and things never quite corrected themselves from there. I might have been me. It was probably me. I need a vacation. *Usually. read more

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Edwin Warner Park has a beautiful greenway, nature center and multiple hiking trails located right off of Hwy 100 in Bellevue. Whether you come to do a trail run, a hike, cycling, a family photo shoot or a playdate with your doggo this is the place to be. There are varying degrees of length and difficulty on the trails. There are 3 different trailheads so depending on where you park your starting point will be different. We like to park at the nature center, and there is a public restroom there as well. My friend and I have been consistently doing the blue trail (Harpeth Woods Trail) which is a moderate, 2.5 mile loop through the woods of the park. This has some hills and is the perfect time length since it usually takes us a little over an hour at a steady pace. I love the shade on this trail and it is really scenic. If you prefer to be on a paved trail then there is one as well that winds up the hill. This one is good if you have a stroller or bike. There are a few easy, short hikes so if you have little ones with you then you can choose one of these. The best time to come to this park is in the Fall when the weather is crisp and the display of colors is magnificent. The woods are illuminated by all different colors of leaves and so you'll want to make sure you have your phone or a camera to take photos. This is the sort of place that you could come year round unless there is snow. The only thing to keep in mind is that it can get a bit muddy after a rain (you could always do the paved trail though) and the rocks on the trail can get slippery. Tip: If you've consistently come here and enjoy it then go check out Percy Warner Park as well. I like to do a hike there where the trailhead is right by Cheekwood Botanical Gardens and has a set of large stairs marking the entrance. read more

It is usually quiet during the week unless there is a special event or party at a pavilion. This is an under appreciated park and I hope funding is secured to do updates. The bathrooms really need to be completely overhauled and actually be open for use every day! The covered picnic areas and pavilions also need some much needed improvement. The annex signs & trail signs should also be improved (larger and more clearly marked). Water refill stations and recycling will also go along way...Roads need to be repaired or replaced and river access points should be a priority. Trails and river access need improvement (often muddy or washed out) Overall a relaxing experience! read more

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Walking trails, bird feeding/watching stations, rockers on the backside of the nature center, a water bowl for dogs. Great, peaceful, clean. Go there early morning or just after a rain and smell the green - so refreshing! A walk in the winter looking at snow through bare trees - beautiful! Theres a paved road going through it for bikes or people who dont want to walk in dirt. Lots of people bring dogs (leashes and poop pickup required). Parking lot has had thefts - dont leave anything of value visible in your car and if you're going to stash a purse in your trunk, do it before you get to the park so as not to 'feed the thieves.' Not aware of any people being bothered - but like anywhere you'd go, be aware. One bathroom area outside the nature center. read more

Beautiful park to walk in. Peaceful,safe,and serene. I love this area of town for its beauty and quaint feel!

A beautiful spot to take a walk! Well maintained roads and trails, with plenty of signs so you won't get lost. I enjoyed my time here. read more

Warner Parks Nature Center - Scenic loop - Hiking Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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On the road and have been walking a lot. Came across this gem and it was just perfect. Walk n the woods following different trails or get on the pavement and just go. Awesome all the way around! read more

Beautiful park to explore .... very clean and full of walkers , joggers , dogs and families. Definitely worth a visit ! Some nice trails to ride bikes as well as plenty of open space to throw a ball .... if you need to reserve a picnic shelter then you can easily do that online. The Harpeth River runs inside the park as well ... don't forget to take your trash with you ... read more

ROBBERY! BEWARE!!! frequent car break ins at this park. That's twice now in the last three years. Deep Well Trailhead off Hwy 100. The only thing they do is take a police report. This has been happening too much, and for too long. My car was open - if they bothered to try the door, instead they broke my window. I learned my lesson and never lock my car since the first time, nor have anything of value in my car. They took my gym bag. Last time they punched my door lock in stole my license and credit card. Lock repair was over $1000.00 I won't be back. read more

Percy & Edwin Warner Parks are part of Nashville's most valuable treasures. If this property hadn't been given to the city by the Warners, this area would definitely have been stripped of its' natural beauty & resources. Let's all protect this rich Natural resource. read more

This is probably one of my favorite parks in the Nashville area because it has something for everyone: from kids to runners to dog walkers to bikers to beginner hikers. The only things I'd say Edwin Warner doesn't have are scenic views; there are other trails which are more picturesque. And if you're an advanced hiker, you'd probably get bored of their longest trail, the rather "easy" 2.5-mile loop with a "mild" elevation​ gain. I've walked, hiked, and ran every trail at Edwin. Over at the nature center, there are kid-friendly trails less than .25 miles long that have educational signs along the way. There are hiking trails for the beginner hiker leading to creeks and a pretty overlook. There are​ a dog park and paved trails for the animals. One of the paved trails leads to the Harpeth River Greenway for the bikers. Edwin's paved trails are also biker-friendly; I've never had a run-in with a bike and I've been running every day​ on the paved roughly 2.25-mile​ loop. In addition to Edwin being right next to Percy Warner with a candy cane connector trail in between, don't forget that​ Edwin Warner also extends across the street if you turn the opposite direction of the 100 and Old Hickory intersection. There's one 3-mile hiking loop trail, however, I found it very boring and the grass to be too tall because I feel like it's often forgotten. However, it's cool to go under the train tracks to access the trail. read more

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Some one shot a highly trained, albeit of leash, German shepherd 5 times bc it got to close. I had no idea weapons are allowed in the park. I've been going there for almost 20 years... and love it, but wth... read more

Beautiful park with trails along the little Harpeth. Places for the kiddos to stop and play in the creek. I always see beautiful wildlife here. I have seen deer, turtles,frogs, butterflies, hummingbirds, Indigo buntings and owls.. read more

So peaceful to walk and hike around. Definitely helps you calm down and slow down from the craziness that is Nashville. Very quiet and peaceful but enough people around at all times to make it feel safe. read more

A note of warning - this is the only park I have been lost in and never left a paved trail. I've been going on and off since I was a kid, and still managed to get turned around due to one of the routes I take being closed. Walked out with the aid of a GPS and a cell-phone flashlight while being attacked by cicadas and frogs. As a note, this was awesome. Well, other than it taking a good hour longer than I expected it to take getting back (30 minutes after dark) and the slight anxiety I had that the gates might be closed (there were no gates, I had not noticed this before). There are very few paved places that feel wild in the least, this is one, where for a few minutes you can forget you're surrounded by golf courses, housing developments, and major roads. Go there, enjoy, bring a flashlight if you're in the least bit wanting some adventure, and don't expect your GPS phone to be able to figure out where you are once you get over the hill - mine couldn't pull data ;) read more

Warner Parks Nature Center - Hiking Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

In Nashville there is a gorgeous set of running trails in the Warner Parks. The park is full of jogging and walking trails, some paved, and others are dirt trails. You will see flora, fauna, and runners in short running shorts.The parks are named after Edwin and Percy Warner who used to own the property but then gifted it to the city. The parks are 9 miles from downtown, so it is a little bit of a drive to the Bellevue area, but it's well worth it. I ran on the yellow trail which takes you up the side of a small mountain. The whole park is really fun run because they have cute wooden bridges that span every tiny creek bed that crosses the trails. Running across the bridges, plus expertly dodging tree branches makes you feel like some svelt wood nymph, and that is always a good thing. If you want to really bust your butt, run the blue trail which travels up the steep side of a small mountain at the end of the loop, you will, as they say, feel the burn. The park is dog friendly, so bring your four legged friends. read more

Warner Parks Nature Center - Warner Parks website photo - Hiking Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Great Park with a lot of trails. Tony and I went to the park to hike but it was really cold that day so we went into the Education center and met a really nice lady that worked there. She told us to help ourselves looking around and offered us some coffee. We didn't want any but thanked her anyway. We took our time looking around the center. There was a lot of stuffed wildlife animals in the park. Birds and Muskrats, Minks and Raccoon, Skunks and snakes. It will be really nice for a learning class or school trip. There are some nice hands on activities. I really enjoyed the hour we spent inside looking around. There was a lot of literature about the hiking trails, the history of the over 1,000 acres of park land. There is also a calendar of events. There are some upcoming events for spring for the wildflowers and birds. It is all free! They require that you call and set a reservation in place for certain hikes because the spots for each group are limited to like 20-30 people. So that way the groups are large but yet small enough to see everything and ask questions. I think I might schedule one of the wildflower tours to learn about the different wildflowers, their names, and information and such!! Very educational. I really recommend this to anyone and everyone!! It's great opportunity for learning and for fun and adventure in God's playground!!! And FREE !!!! read more

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A lovely palace to walk year round with family, friends, and pets! The most important part is that I feel safe here! Go take a stroll!

What a beautiful and spacious park. I highly recommend this park. If you have kids, this park is great for them. In the Nature Center, there are plenty activities for all ages. If you have a dog, there is a great area for them as well. If you want to enjoy a nice jog or bike ride, the park is big enough to satisfy your desires. The Astronomy Association hosted a Star Fall Part which it was amazing. The park, we could see the skies clearly. If you had a telescope, you could see all kinds of interesting things in our solar system. read more

If you enjoy a walk through the woods this is wonderful, you can do trail or paved. No cars. Good for dogs. Can walk easy and flat or high elevation. Scenic views. read more

I love this place more than I can describe. Better during the summer of course. But I love the trails for some hiking/cardio. Great parks for the kiddies to play around. I love to take my 3 year old and just roam and punch deer in the face or kung fu a snake (SKADOOSH!) for the hell of it. Sometimes I back hand the Deer if they don't have my money. Is Wayne Brady Gonna have to choke...Wait. Where am I? Anyhow. Back to nature. 5 minutes from the house. Tons of places to enjoy a quiet picnic and the nature center is awesome with events big and small all throughout the year. I try to run here as often as I can when the weather is nice for sure. read more

It's ridiculous I had never been here. The short loop (2 miles) is perfect for a Saturday stroll. It has plenty of nature to take in without exhausting you. On a scale of 1-10, this is a 4. You can also hop off the path and explore the amphitheater, creek, trails, nature center, horses, etc. I highly recommend it, especially if you're a new mom trying to get out of the house. There are plenty of people around and it feels safe. E. Warner park for the win! read more

Edwin Warner Park is a wonderful place to walk. There's a variety of trails ranging from pavement to a a hilly hike of 2.5 miles! I love to do the blue arrow trail with my dog (which about 2.5 miles) because it gives her the perfect length to get a little tired and want to snooze afterwards. I almost always feel safe to walk alone with my dog here and there's almost always other walkers on the trails as well. The variety of trails is nice too because some days I can do an easy paved mile if I'm not feeling up for a long walk. read more

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The best in town! Definitely made for dog lovers with a dog park, a great "swimming hole" for them a short distance from the dog park, and lots of trails. The Little Harpeth runs through the south side of the park (hence the swimming hole) and a nice trail follows the river. Great for those warm days when you and your pup need to cool off! Hiking trails are well kept and offer a delightful change of scenery as you hike. read more

Incredible park in West Nashville. Trails, creeks, open space for dogs and more! Take our family all the time.

Every day run! Love love love the park! The trails are so much fun with your kids! When my girls were little we would hide a little happy meal toy in the park and go back later and try to find it! So much fun for picnics! read more

Today my Parent's Dog Proved, she was not a Brentwood Dog. She powered through the blue trail, slingin mud the whole way. Blazed through babbling brooks and scoped out the wildlife like stealthy a ninja. This place is really cool to walk around and take a leave from the city. It is dog friendly and people friendly with all the well marked trails and complimentary doggie do bags. The little water bowl by the fountains for the pups is very nice too. I am pretty sure I am going to make this a go to park just because my dog liked it so much it just made me so jazzed the whole day. (Also, for people that are directionally challenged, cough, oh no, that is not me, the map at the beginning and the trails are marked clearly so do not fret about getting lost!) read more

I'm new to Nashville and have fallen in love with this park that's not too far from my apartment. I've been going religiously as I've been missing the lakefront trail in Chicago. There is a main paved loop which is just under 2 miles (at least it looks like it when I mapped it out). Once I was comfortable with that loop I started venturing out to first other paved trails then to the dirt trails which have all been fun. My favorite and probably the longest and most difficult is the blue trail. Definitely a great workout and just a great time to enjoy the scenery. I actually have been really close like 5 feet from deer and 10 feet from a Barn owl and too close to a snake for my liking so be prepared! Just use your common sense and you'll be fine. I look forward to more fun runs and hiking in my new hometown park. read more