Popular opinion suggests that, next to Virginia, Nashville has the best Fall foliage in the United States. This conclusion is based on the weather conditions and general color scheme in the Music City during this magnificent season. If you feel motivated to explore Nashville this season, then our experienced limo Nashville specialists know just where to look; we have compiled a list of some of the best locations, in and around the music city, with the most spectacular fall foliage views.

Old Natchez Trace

The Old Natchez Trace is a historic forest trail that spans over 440 miles from Tennessee to Mississippi. If you are in Nashville we recommend that you take the Western entry point near the Loveless Café. This entry point will immediately lead you to a large bridge where you will get a bird’s eye view of the forest’s Fall foliage. At Old Natchez Trace, you can either explore the forest in a vehicle or take one of the many hiking trails for a better opportunity to take in the scenery and immortalize the memory in photos.

The Whitestone Country Inn

Located along Paint Rock Road in Kingston, slightly over 100 miles from Nashville, the Whitestone Country Inn sits on 360 acres of perfectly manicured lawns that overlook Watts Bar Lake’s waterfowl refuge. The Whitestone Country Inn also offers guests 8 miles of pristine trails with some of the amazing Fall foliage scenes you will ever see in Nashville and its surroundings. You could also choose to take that special someone on the popular ‘marriage walk’ and create romantic memories that will last you a lifetime.

Fall Creek Falls State Park

Fall Creek Falls State Park is one of the largest and most popular state parks in Tennessee, spanning over 26,000 acres across two counties; Van Buren and Bledsoe. This state park is only 115 miles, or a two-hour drive away from Nashville. Here you will get to enjoy several lush waterfalls including Cane Creek Falls, Piney Falls, and the Cane Creek Cascades. Take a short walk that leads you directly to the lookout for spectacular Fall foliage views.

Radnor Lake State Park

Head over to Radnor Lake State Park in Oak Hill; a 17-minute drive from the city. The park spans over 1,300 acres and, in addition to all the wonderful colors you will get to see, you will also get glimpses of a variety of wildlife. There are numerous trails you can choose from, but we recommend the main trail winding around the lake’s circumference, which offers guests plenty of impressive foliage viewing points.

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Looking for hiking trails near Antioch, Tennessee?

Bledsoe Creek State Park is a great option for both hiking and camping.

400 Zieglers Fort Road

Gallatin, TN 37066

615-452-3706

Website

The history of Bledsoe Creek State Park is extensive. The Cherokee, Creek, Shawnee, and Chickamauga Native American tribes previously used it as an excellent hunting area. The once-large herds of animals were scattered once English immigrants came, never to reappear. Along with other surrounding historical monuments, the region is home to a plethora of Native American heritage. In 1973, the area around Bledsoe Creek was designated as a Tennessee State Park.

There are 57 campsites in the park. There are beautiful hiking paths that go longer than six miles. The park's pathways wind through the woodland and alongside the lake. These paths have one mile of paved sections that make them accessible to those with impairments. All seasons can be used the trails.
There are two boat launch ramps available at Bledsoe Creek, one of which is only accessible to registered campers. Fishing at Old Hickory Lake, picnic areas (the largest of which can hold up to 150 people), and park programs, which offer entertainment for people of all ages and change annually, are other activities.

Activities

PADDLING
PaddleEZ provides kayak and paddleboard rentals at Bledsoe Creek. It costs $18 an hour. You will be provided with a code to access your boat and equipment after completing your online reservation and payment.

HIKING
Visit one of the seven trails at Big Hill Pond, including Fox Hollow Trail and Rocky Knob Trail, which vary in length and complexity.

FISHING/BOATING
The 22,500-acre Old Hickory Lake Reservoir offers water sports including skiing, fishing, and other water activities.

BIRDING
At the park, 116 different species have been identified.

NEW CAMPSITES IN THE CAMPGROUND

57 flat campsites, each 65 feet long and 25 feet broad, are available along Bledsoe Creek. The boundaries, fire rings, grills, lantern stands, and picnic tables at the campsites have all been replaced. There are 14 campsites with 30 amp service, and 43 with 50/30 amp service. A garbage station and water are always accessible for each site. The campgrounds have recently undergone modifications to make them ADA accessible.

DIMENSIONAL CAMPSITES
Additionally, there are eight rustic beachfront sites available. These beachfront locations provide stunning lake views. Each drive-in site features a fire pit, grill, and picnic table. Up to four tents may be set up with ease, and there are many trees available for hammocks. You can fit up to eight persons per site. Potable water is available to campers, but there is no power. The distance to the bathhouse, our well-known Shoreline Trail, and a fishing spot are all quite short.
The two restrooms provide heat and hot showers and are ADA compliant. All year long, the laundry is open.
Pets are welcome, but they must be leashed and kept under supervision. At the park, you may purchase firewood.

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