Alvin G. Beaman Park
This park, made possible by a generous donation from
Sally Beaman, encompasses some 1500 acres of beautiful
and rugged terrain in northern Davidson County. The
first phase of improvements are open, including four
miles of hiking trails and picnic areas. A nature
center is planned for construction in 2007/2008.
The park is open to the general public during daylight
hours only.
Cumberland River Master Plan
In partnership with the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers,
the Greenways Commission hired the Landscape
Architecture firm, Hawkins Partners, Inc. to develop a
conceptual plan for a greenway system following the
entire length of the Cumberland River in Davidson
County. This plan can be seen at the Greenways office.
Currently, there are several greenway projects completed
or underway on the banks of the Cumberland.
Cumberland River: Brookmeade Park at Kelley's Point
Battlefield
This scenic and historic park on a bluff overlooking the
Cumberland features a one-half-mile trail leading to an
overlook at the site of a key Civil War battle between
Confederate troops and Union Navy gunboats. The site is
also rich in early Native American history.
Cumberland
River: Downtown Riverfront Park Connector
This one-mile urban multi-use trail connects the
exciting downtown riverfront area with the Tennessee
Bicentennial Mall and Farmers Market. Located along this
route are restaurants, offices, historic sites, shopping
and entertainment areas.
Cumberland River: East Bank Greenway
This one-half mile trail adjacent to the Coliseum
provides great views of the Cumberland river and
downtown Nashville. It also features interesting
artworks reflecting the industrial history of Nashville
on the Cumberland.
Cumberland River: Old Hickory Nature Trail
This 1.5 mile trail adjacent to the Old Hickory dam
consists of a 0.3 mile paved section that connects three
short primitive nature trails. Boardwalks allow hikers
to travel through natural wetlands and a pond
observation platform provides views of wildlife.
Cumberland River: Shelby Street Bridge
The historic Shelby Street bridge, long the main
connection between downtown and the neighborhoods of
East Nashville, has been renovated for use as a
pedestrian and non-motorized vehicle bridge. This
exciting project provides a safe connection to
attractions on the east bank, breath-taking views of the
city skyline and gathering spaces for downtown events.
Cumberland River: MetroCenter Levee Trail
A cooperative project with the U. S. Army Corps of
Engineers, this greenway provides over 3 miles of
riverfront trail in the heart of a booming industrial
and office complex.
Davidson Street
Bicycle Connector
This 3.75 mile route includes both dedicated bike lanes
and shared roadways to provide bicyclists with a
connection between downtown and the Shelby Bottoms
Greenway and Nature Park.
Harpeth River Greenway
Currently, this greenway consists of a one-mile trail
with over 800 feet of boardwalk along Morton Mill Road.
This greenway also provides scenic overlooks of the
Harpeth River and quiet sitting areas along its length.
The current expansion of this project includes a
connection to Old Harding Road, an extension to retail
areas in Bellevue and more trail along the banks of the
river.
Mill
Creek Greenway
This greenway currently includes three distinct segments
which are either completed or under construction.
Blue
Hole Road
Beginning at the new Antioch Community center, this
greenway offers a one-mile paved loop through forests,
meadows and wetlands along Mill Creek and Whittemore
Branch. The trail also connects Antioch Middle School
and neighborhood recreational facilities.
Ezell
Park
This one-mile paved trail follows Mill Creek along one
of its more scenic stretches. The trail is convenient to
the new southeast police station, as well as to many
businesses. The connection between this existing trail
and the Blue Hole Road segment is currently under
development.
Richland Creek Greenway
Currently under construction, this greenway will connect
the neighborhoods of Sylvan Park and Cherokee Park with
the shopping centers, entertainment areas and schools
along White Bridge Road. This two-mile greenway will
provide a scenic, natural experience in the midst of a
bustling community.
Shelby Bottoms Greenway and Nature Park
One of the true jewels of Metro’s Park and Greenway
system, this 810 acre park offers 5 miles of paved
multi-use trails and another 5 miles of primitive hiking
trails. Along the trails, visitors can enjoy boardwalks,
scenic overlooks, interpretive stations and seven rustic
bridges. The area is well known as a haven for migrating
birds and other wildlife.
Stones River Greenway
This ambitious project will add over 10 miles of paved
multi-use trail to Metro’s growing network of greenways.
Starting at the Percy Priest Dam, this trail will follow
the Stones River, connecting neighborhoods, shopping
areas, schools and parks, until it reaches the
Cumberland River at Opry Mills, and connects across the
river to Shelby Bottoms. Several sections of the project
have been completed, and the entire trail system should
be completed over the coming months. Also, design has
begun on the Cumberland River pedestrian bridge that
will connect the Stones River Greenway to Shelby
Bottoms. This bridge is scheduled for completion in
2006.
Whites Creek Greenway
Currently under construction, this greenway project on
Whites Creek will connect the neighborhoods of Bordeaux
and North Nashville with the library and shopping areas
along Clarksville Highway. This trail will start at
Richard T. Hartman Park and provide two miles of paved
multi-use greenway along a beautiful creek. Interested
citizens can get involved with this project by
contacting the Bordeaux/Whites Creek Greenway Alliance
at 876-1014. |