Your way in
Pick one trail or water access.

A state park south of town on the Duck River.
Concept scene
Explore the details and see if this is your kind of stop.
Pick one trail or water access.

Start at the nature center if it is open, then take one trail.
Metro Nashville Parks, checked Nov 2, 2026



Read the gorge-permit notes before you leave town.
Tennessee State Parks, checked Nov 2, 2026


Start at the nature center if it is open, then take one trail.
Metro Nashville Parks, checked Nov 2, 2026


Decide on a hike or a paddle before you leave town.
Tennessee State Parks, checked Nov 2, 2026
Source checked 2026-11-02. Confirm hours and tickets with Tennessee State Parks · This confirms the general offering, not a dated occurrence.