What we’re about
In today's go-go-go, everybody's behind, got to get more done world, it seems like our work week keeps us stressed to the max. That makes our weekends even more important, as a way to get out and get away from all the stresses of our jobs. But sometimes we're just too busy to find different things to do or meet new people. One group of Tennesseans has found a way around that time crunch. They meet up through the internet...first on a web page, then live and in person...and always with a common goal of outdoor adventure. Get to know Nashville Hiking Meetup.
In addition to our regular hikes and other outdoor adventures, we also plan social events and organize community volunteer projects such as park cleanup and trail building!
Get exercise,
. Make new friends,
. . Respect the environment,
. . . Give back to the community,
. . . . Laugh a lot
What more could you want? :-)
New and pending members: please be sure to read our "About Us" page all the way to the end before joining our group: http://nashvillehiking.com/about/
Useful links:
- Find us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/nashvillehiking
- Follow us on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/nashvillehiking
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nashvillehikingmeetup/
We look forward to seeing you on a hike!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Mossy Ridge Trail - Evening Hike for Experienced hikers (Bring a Light!)Percy Warner Park - Deep Well Entrance, Nashville, TN
HIKE STATS:
Time: Hike starts promptly at 6:30 P.M.
Place: Deep Well entrance of Percy Warner Park (Google Maps)
Distance: 5½+ total miles
Estimated Hike Time: 2+ hours
Difficulty: Moderate (Can be very strenuous for novice hikers - Headlamps/flashlights are needed)
Hike Leader: Mike Hicks
Notes: Dogs on a leash okay (Park regs require no more than 6-ft leash - you may be ticketed if you fail to use a leash!)The Mossy Ridge Trail is the longest of the three loop footpaths in the Warner Parks. An ideal training hike, the path leaves the Deep Well trailhead and winds through rich hollows and dry ridges of the Harpeth Hills, making frequent but never sustained elevation changes. Scattered in the woods are big trees and a spring-fed waterfall. At 4.5 miles, the Mossy Ridge Trail qualifies as a full-fledged hike that will not disappoint.
Description courtesy of Johnny Molloy
Note that because of changes to parking/access at the Deep Well entrance, the hike is now ~5.5 miles.
Directions to Deep Well entrance of Percy Warner Park:
From the point where Highway 100 begins at Highway 70 near the Belle Meade Post Office, head west on TN-100 1.7 miles to the large stone gates on the left with Deep Well Entrance sign that mark the entrance of Percy Warner Park (Immediately after the Vaughn Gap Rd/Music City Bikeway Stop Light). Turn left from Highway 100 and pass through the gates, staying right when the road splits. We meet at the Highway 100 Trailhead (1st Pavilion on the left - small pavilion after the 1st set of parking areas). If coming from Old Hickory Blvd or further west, the Entrance will be on your right ~¾ miles past the Old Hickory Blvd Red Light between Edwin and Percy Warner Parks (Just before the Vaughn Gap Rd/Music City Bikeway Stop Light).
We have dinner afterward at Sam's Place Belle Meade sports bar (6051 TN-100, Nashville, TN 37205 at the HWY 100 & HWY 70 split).
Standard Notice, Disclaimer:
Meetup organizers/ leaders are not guides. Expect the same risks and take the same precautions you would take if you were hiking alone. You are solely responsible for you own safety and well-being.
By signing up for this and/or attending this Meetup event, you acknowledge, understand, accept, and agree that hiking and other activities can be dangerous and can cause serious bodily injury and possible death. The organizers of this group and current and former members can not be held responsible or liable in any way for the actions of any participant-including you- at ant event.
All attendees participate at an event at their own risk and are solely responsible for any damage to their property, and/or any injury to themselves or their guests.
By signing up for this event, you affirm that you understand this disclaimer and that you knowingly and voluntarily agree not to bring any type of a claim arising out of or related to this Meetup event against the organizers of this Meetup group. - Dale Hollow Lake Weekend Camping & KayakingLily Dale Road, Allons, TNUSD 93.00
We are planning a relaxing long weekend (4 nights) camping and kayaking on Dale Hollow Lake, May 29 - Jun 2, 2025 (This is the weekend after Memorial Day). We will be camping at the Corps of Engineers' Lillydale Campground. Information about the campground can be found at: Lillydale Campground
Check in 3:00 pm - Check out 2:00 PM Central Time
Gate locked 10:00 pm - 6:00 am - late arrivals call (931) 823-4155Group fire/hangout spot #13. Allison has reserved campsites #1-19, 21. Each campsite is designated to handle two tents and two cars. Currently, seven sites are available at $93 for a full site for Thursday - Monday.
Plan to bring your camping gear and kayaks/canoes. You will also need food and drink for the weekend. Please buy firewood locally or heat treated.
Directions - don’t rely on GPS
I-40 east to Cookeville exit#288 to TN-111 North. After 20 miles go left onto Bradford Hicks Dr., 1.4 miles left onto TN-52 W. After 3.3 miles right onto old Celina Rd., 0.5 miles slight right onto Oakley Allons Rd. After 5.9 miles turn left on TN-294 N/Willow Grove Road. After 7.6 miles turn right onto Lily Dale road where the entrance is 1.1 miles on the left.
