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Centennial Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 15,454 Google reviews · Running trail in Nashville, Tennessee · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Centennial Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Urban recreation area with a Parthenon replica & museum, plus a band shell, dog park & gardens.
What runners say about Centennial Park
“The landscaping is well maintained, the views are beautiful, and the overall vibe is peaceful and welcoming.”
“It has paved trails for running, walking, biking, strollers, etc, ponds to bird watch next to, beautiful lawns for games, picnics, sunbathing, etc.”
Beautiful park with a relaxing atmosphere and great scenery. Centennial Park is the perfect place for a walk, picnic, or just enjoying the outdoors. The landscaping is well maintained, the views are beautiful, and the overall vibe is peaceful and welcoming.
Such an iconic city park. It has paved trails for running, walking, biking, strollers, etc, ponds to bird watch next to, beautiful lawns for games, picnics, sunbathing, etc. As well as the centerpiece, the Parthenon which is beautiful and incredible.
This is one of the best places to spend your time, whether solo or with family. It offers a 360-degree view with modern and contemporary structures. A green playground with a walking path makes this park fun.
Beautiful architecture and ample grassy grounds to wander or relax. Extra majestic at night. Perfect spot to bring your lunch. We had fantastic chicken from Red's -- just a quick walk from the park
Trail conditions & character
“It has paved trails for running, walking, biking, strollers, etc, ponds to bird watch next to, beautiful lawns for games, picnics, sunbathing, etc.”
“It has paved trails for running, walking, biking, strollers, etc, ponds to bird watch next to, beautiful lawns for games, picnics, sunbathing, etc.”
Plan your run at Centennial Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- Websitenashville.gov
- Phone(615) 862-8400
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6:44 AM–11 PM |
| Tuesday | 6:44 AM–11 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:44 AM–11 PM |
| Thursday | 6:44 AM–11 PM |
| Friday | 6:44 AM–11 PM |
| Saturday | 6:44 AM–11 PM |
| Sunday | 6:44 AM–11 PM |
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