Promoting the development and enjoyment of Tennessee trails.
Tuesday, November 26 – Nashville Chapter Meeting, REI Brentwood, TN. 6 P.M. Moss: Getting to Know and Grow by J. Paul Moore. Learn how to grow a moss garden and use native plants in your landscaping. Learn to identify different mosses encountered as you hike in Middle Tennessee. Plan on joining us for dinner at […]
Thursday, October 10, Montgomery Bell State Park, Burns TN. 10 miles - rated difficult due to distance. We’ll start at the Lodge and hike the Wildcat Trail to connect to the southern half of the Montgomery Bell Trail loop using the Creech Hollow Trail then return to the Lodge. Wooded terrain with some hills. The […]
Less than 5 miles. Moderately easy. This hike explores parts of downtown Nashville with emphasis on monuments, shortcuts and alleys. There will be a peek into a few iconic buildings as well. Start time is 9 am. Meet at the carillon bells at the north end of Bicentennial Mall. Free parking is available at the […]
Edgar Evins State Park - Silver Point, Tennessee Roughly 8 miles. Moderately strenuous for distance and a few rugged segments. We’ll meet at the trailhead at 8 am and finish by mid-afternoon. Bring plenty of water, snacks, and a lunch.
Jamestown, TN 7.5 miles - moderately strenuous for terrain, elevation change and length. Joint hike with the Highland Rim and Murfreesboro Chapters. We’ll descend to the rocky, mossy banks of Massey Branch and Rock Creek, passing below bluffs and along the remains of the Stearns logging railway. Much of the route is shared with the […]
Jamestown, TN 5.5 miles - moderately strenuous for terrain, elevation change and length. Joint hike with the Highland Rim and Murfreesboro Chapters. This popular trail features huge arches, bluffs, and scenic views. Meet at the trailhead for a 9:45 AM CDT step off. Pack snacks, plenty of water, and a lunch. Wear footwear appropriate for […]
Nashville Chapter of Tennessee Trails Association work day led by Heather Gallagher. Members of other chapters are welcome to join us!Heather will provide all tools and gloves. Activities to include invasive removal, trail rehab, or whatever the ranger needs. TTA has committed to provide 4-6 volunteers, water and snacks. Please consider helping. Meet at Beaman […]
Saturday, Dec. 7 - Shelby Bottoms, Shelby Park, Nashville TN. 4 miles. Easy. We will take a leisurely hike/walk on the back trails ( off the paved greenway) of Shelby Bottoms. These trails are wide, wooded, completely flat and off the beaten pathway of all the runners and bikers. Meet at the Forrest Green Trailhead, which is at the end […]
Thursday, December 12, 3:00 pm. Bells Bend Park Sunset Hike. We’ll take a late afternoon walk of 3-5 miles along wide trails and open meadows in Bells Bend park, located in western Davidson County. Almost Full Moonrise is 2:11 pm and Sunset is 4:33 pm, so the moon will be visible as the sun is […]
We'll be celebrating at the home of Alice Cannon in Green Hills. RSVP by text to Doug Burroughs at 615-587-0085 with the number in your party. Address and parking details to be provided in follow-up email. Alice will provide lasagna as well as plates, napkins, cups, silverware, water, and ice. Bring your own (pot luck) […]
Wednesdays - Radnor Lake Standing Hike - 7 AM Radnor Lake State Park, Nashville TN. 5 miles. Moderate. Meet at the Visitor Center, West Parking Lot off Granny White, 1160 Otter Creek Road. Arrive 5-10 minutes early to be ready to hike at 7 am, or earlier if everyone has arrived. This hike has elevation […]
Rescheduled due to weather: Friday, December 16 — Beaman Park, Ashland City, TN. 3.2 miles. Moderate because of hills. Meet at the Beaman Park Nature Center, hike down Sedgehill Trail to Henry Creek, then around the Henry Hollow Loop, and back up Sedgehill Trail. Be ready to step off at 9:00 AM. Hike should take […]
