The Historic Edgefield district, known for its Victorian houses and artists' bungalows, is home to one of the city's oldest parks. Sloping terrain, tiny Lake Sevier, and old trees provide peaceful seclusion at the Shelby Park and Golf Course. Come in the daytime for a picnic or to feed the ducks. Trails are available for rollerblading and cycling in addition to softball, tennis court and playground facilities to keep you entertained. The park is also home to two sprawling golf courses and a community center for gatherings.
This 27 whole golf course underwent a major renovation in 2007, adding new tee complexes, bunkers and greens. The driving range features 27 hitting stations on two levels. Whether a beginner or seasoned veteran, the McCabe Golf Course is a great Nashville outdoor activity. Find this lush course on the West side of the city, near Sylvan Park.
Minutes away from Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center lies this beautiful, green, 18-hole golf course. On the banks of the Cumberland river, this link-style golf course offers more than golfing space. An institutefor golf coaching operates here. In the center is the huge clubhouse featuring meeting rooms, banquet rooms, dining and shopping areas. At the fourth hole there's the Springhouse, from which the club gets its name.
Tennessee's natural beauty is on full display at this championship public golf course. Two courses challenge golfers of all skill levels. The General's Retreat Course was designed by Gary Roger Baird and is the home of the Ladies Professional Golf Association's Sara Lee Classic. Golf Digest gives this course its highest rating. The President's Reserve Course was designed by Dennis Griffith and takes golfers along the banks of the Cumberland River. Call for tee times and fees.
The Cedar Creek Sports Center is open year round and includes both indoor and outdoor recreational activities. For example, visitors can enjoy the indoor arcade games, batting cages, and baseball facilities. Outdoor activities include miniature golf, a driving range, and go-karts. During the summer months, the center also offers visitors a chance to cool off and have fun in a terrific bumper boat pool. Guests may also choose to participate in lessons to help improve their batting, hitting or golf swing. The Putt-Putt Golf, arcade area, go-karts, bumper boats and batting cage can also be rented as part of a party package.