Posted in Nashville
March 04, 2020
Few People Know The Highest Point In Nashville Is In Radnor Lake State Park
Nashville is known for its location in the midst of the expansive Cumberland Plateau. It’s a city of hills, not mountains, though the rolling expanse of the countryside makes up for the lack of craggy peaks with stunning fields of rustling grasses. Since the elevation of Nashville is full of highs and lows, most folks aren’t too concerned about where the absolute highest point in the city is. But us? We went looking, and we found it tucked away in one of the most popular natural spots in the city: Radnor Lake.
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Radnor Lake State Natural Area is also known as Radnor Lake State Park, and it's serves as a popular spot for folks in and around Nashville, Tennessee to get out in nature.
It's located in the Oak Hill section of Nashville, and takes up 1,332 acres of stunning natural space. Locals find themselves wandering clearly marked hiking trails through the woods, attending educational events at the community center and simply indulging in the beauty of the space.
Most folks don't know, however, that Radnor Lake State Park is also where you'll find the highest point in all of Nashville.
You see that little red circle? It marks Nashville's grandest peak, which is a simple swell of land in a nature preserve. Pretty fascinating, don't you think? It's interesting to think about how simple and hidden away such an important aspect of the city's topography actually is.
If you're looking to experience the park for yourself, then you may just want to wander along more than five miles of trails or go on an intimate bird watching expedition with a local Meetup group.
Radnor is famed for a reason, and it's highly photogenic. You can take a photo like this for yourself along the trail!
The highest point in Nashville is hidden in a beautiful place, friends. Wander it to your hearts content every day of the week.
You can find out more about Radnor Lake State Park with a visit to the park’s official website.
Address: 1160 Otter Creek Rd, Nashville, TN 37220, USA
