Whether you’re looking to expand your horizons or break new ground on a scenic view, these Nashville hiking trails exceed expectations with awe-inspiring rivers, lush forests and breathtaking mountains.

Radnor Lake State Park

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Situated in Oak Hill, this 1,368-acre nature preserve is the place to go to break a sweat on the over 6-mile-long hiking trail, spot wildlife and admire the surrounding flourishing flora and fauna. Depending on the season, wildflowers, trees, shrubs, fungi, ferns and more can be found in the woods. Five miles of the unpaved trail meander through the woods, which are bordered by the picturesque lake. Nature enthusiasts can also pay a visit to the spot’s visitor’s center, peruse the aviary complex and patake in ranger-led programs. 1160 Otter Creek Road

Shelby Bottoms Nature Center & Greenway

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Located less than four miles from Printers Alley, this stunning nature center and greenway is a popular pick among locals for its abundant woods, sprawling meadows and convenient hiking trails. The Shelby Bottoms Greenway extends from Shelby Park through Shelby Bottoms and encompasses a 950-acre preserve along the Cumberland River. The destination also features an environmental education facility with natural history exhibits, gardens, trails and complimentary bike rentals. 1900 Davidson St.

Warner Parks

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Situated approximately nine miles from downtown Nashville, this beloved destination features over 3,100 with a nature center, picnic shelters, beautiful roadways and overlooks, cross-country running courses, golf courses and more. While you’re there, explore historic landmarks like the Iroquois Steeplechase, journey along pet-friendly trails or opt for a guided hiking tour of Hill Forest, a 225-acre natural ecosystem with 200-year-old oak trees, among additional old-growth species. 50 Vaughn Road

Harpeth River State Park

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Located on the border of Cheatham and Davidson counties, this state park is a mecca for hiking enthusiasts. It combines river views with historic, natural and archaeological landmarks. Visitors can journey along 40 river miles as they take in the surrounding natural beauty, which boasts jagged bluffs, thriving wildlife and breathtaking flora and fauna in the spring and summer months. 1254 Narrows of the Harpeth Road, Kingston Springs

Long Hunter State Park

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With over 30 miles of hiking trails, this fan-favorite park offers views of the woods, shoreline, wildlife and seasonal wildflowers. Choose from numerous trail options, like the 1.5-mile Sellars Farm trail—which journeys through a meadow and guides hikers to the serene Spring Creek—to discover the best route for your skill level. 2910 Hobson Pike, Hermitage

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