Honeysuckle Hill Farm

Modern and spacious public library with wi-fi and comfortable seating. If you have little ones to keep busy, the painted-like-a-forest children's section won't disappoint.

Offers hiking, bicycling and bird-watching, with trails converted from railroad tracks.

Playground, picnic tables and observation deck with a boat ramp and dock.

Swimming area with a sand beach, plus shelters, grills, playgrounds and boat ramps. There are also volleyball courts and a softball field.

20,810 acres of land, enjoyed by hunters, bird-watchers and wildlife fans. Check station is three miles in from the entrance. Check the TWRA hunt guide for info about public access dates.

Part of Harpeth River State Park, the Narrows have hiking trails as well as a historic man-made tunnel cut 100 yards through solid rock in 1818.