This 19-acre (7.69 hectares) park was built in 1996 to commemorate Tennessee's 200 years of statehood. Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park provides wonderful views of the city and features a 200-feet (60.96 meters) granite map of Tennessee, which is bordered by thirty-one fountains that represent all of the state's rivers. There is also a massive granite time-line documenting Tennessee's history, a 2,000-seat amphitheater, botanical garden, and visitor center. Restrooms, a gift shop and restaurants are adjacent to the park.
About 20 miles (32 kilometers) southeast of Nashville lies Long Hunter State Park, one of the area's most popular parks. If you are a true nature lover or a scientist, you will marvel at the rich bio-diversity and a chance to see rare plants and animals. Enjoy a day hiking one of many trails or try your hand at catching fish on Percy Priest Lake. After the sun goes down, enjoy spending the evening under the stars at one of the wooded campsites.
If you want to learn about brewing and distillery process, a visit to the Corsair Artisan Distillery & Taproom is a must. Here, you can tour the entire space and learn about the diverse equipment and methods used in a brewery. Along with that, you can also enjoy tastings at its on-site tap room. For more details, check website or call ahead.
The exterior of the Cumberland Park can deceive you to believe that it is just another local park; but its several unique features makes the Cumberland Park nothing less than a popular tourist attraction. When the weather is hot, this is a place where locals come to cool off at the on-site spray ground. Children can be seen frolicking in the water while adults take time to unwind and relax. In addition to the spray ground, Cumberland Park also has a wonderful green maze where amid all the fun rides children become oblivious to time. A climbing wall and an explorer trail also form a part of Cumberland Park.
Winstead Hill Park is a 61 acre (24.6858 hectare) park located in the city of Franklin. This place has been the site of several historic battles, information about which can be gained at the park through interpretive boards. Famously, it is the site of the Second Battle of Franklin battlefield and is now a designated National Historic Landmark. The park features several walking trails and large open areas studded with trees, making it an ideal destination for hiking, nature exploration and picnics.
Doubling up as a recreational park, the Two Rivers Park is spread over 374 acres (151.3 hectares). Home to a skate park, wave pools, water slides, a golf course and even a skate park, Two Rivers ensures you a rollicking time within its borders. The park is also the location of a historic mansion, now a popular venue for weddings and events. There are also numerous picnic shelters dotting the park, a disc golf course and a gorgeous pedestrian bridge spanning across the Cumberland River. Explore the huge park by cycling or simply taking leisurely strolls.