Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee
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Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee |
| DESCRIPTION: | The Warner Parks, Percy Warner and Edwin Warner were donated for the recreation of the residents of Davidson County. Percy Warner Park offers hiking, biking, horseback riding, cycling, golf, and other forms of relaxation. Only several miles from campus, there are several one way roads through the dense foliage of the park. There is a scenic loop (~1 mile long), the medium loop (5.6 miles long), and the main loop (11.3 miles long). Throughout the park are unpaved trails through the woods which are perfect for hiking and relaxing in the great outdoors. Though these trails are great for it, Mountain Biking is prohibited on account that it scares the horses on the trails. There are several covered picnic areas along the main loop, as well as a steeple chase course for horses, a golf course, and beautiful woods that make you feel miles away from the city of Nashville. The one way paved roads are perfect for road bikes and can be quite a workout. The hills in the park are definitely a challenge for runners, but offer a break from the monotony of the campus loop. Belle Meade has many large beautiful homes which provide nice place to jog, walk, or cycle. Belle Meade Blvd. has a low speed limit, and is heavily patrolled by the Belle Meade Police which makes it a great place to hit the pavement. |
| DIRECTIONS: | Take West End Avenue west away from campus. After crossing Whitebridge Road, take a left onto Belle Meade Blvd. There should be a sign in the median soon after that marks the City of Belle Meade. Drive slowly for the next 3 or so miles as the road is frequently used for walking, running, and biking. The entrance to Percy Warner Park is straight in front of you once Belle Meade Blvd. ends at the second stop sign. Taking a left here will take you around to the rear entrance of the park, but park at the front entrance to gain access to the main park loop. Edwin Warner Park is next to Percy Warner Park, but is reached by continuing along West End Avenue and staying to the left at the Highway 70-100 split. The park is on the right after several miles. |
| CAUTIONS: | Be cautious in the park when walking on the horse trails through the woods. Also thought the road is one way, there are many blind spots where careless drivers may not see you. |
| FOR MORE INFO: | Check out the Nashville Citysearch Information Page or call the Division of Metro Parks and Recreation. |