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Long Hunter State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,650 Google reviews · Running trail in Hermitage, Tennessee · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Loop distance
- 2 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Long Hunter State 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.
Park with hiking & biking trails, fishing plus Native-American archaeology site with mound.
What runners say about Long Hunter State Park
“Well maintained area and felt very safe all throughout.”
“There are cedar/hickory forests, lakefront areas where you can skip stones or fish, and beautiful bluff views as the trail moves along the lake edge.”
“There's usually a good mix of peace and quiet, and the 2-mile loop around the lake is perfect for a chill hike.”
“Did the trail at the last turn off before boating, very flat and easy if you're looking for a beautiful walk that's beginner friendly.”
I have been visiting all of the state parks and stopping at each gift shop or visitor center to get my passport book stamp. The young lady at the desk was very nice. She was assisting a young man who is learning how to greet people at the visitor center. Sorry I didn’t get her name but I want her to know.
Long Hunter has access to Couchville Lake, and Bryant Trailhead. This was a great State Park! Well maintained area and felt very safe all throughout. There are areas to fish, kayak, kids park, trails, picnic areas, and much more! It's a fantastic area to just relax or walk around for several miles.
The trails are incredible! Super well-marked and plenty of benches to take a breather. This place is definitely one of my go-to spots for a hike. We've spotted tons of wildlife, including four deer that strolled right across the trail in front of us!
Absolutely beautiful park.That has many things to offer. Walking trails , Picnic arias, Play ground , beautiful lake. Dogs are welcome, Please clean up after your pet!! One of my favorite nature Locations to go.
Trail conditions & character
“There are cedar/hickory forests, lakefront areas where you can skip stones or fish, and beautiful bluff views as the trail moves along the lake edge.”
“There's usually a good mix of peace and quiet, and the 2-mile loop around the lake is perfect for a chill hike.”
“The 2 mile loop around the lake is very nice for a relaxing hike and there is another non-looping trail if you're feeling more adventurous.”
“One of our favorite local state parks with great accessible hiking trails.”
“Long Hunter has access to Couchville Lake, and Bryant Trailhead.”
“Dog friendly just have to have leashed and pick up after them.”
“The paved trail is wheelchair- and stroller-friendly.”
Plan your run at Long Hunter State 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
- Loop distance2 mi back to where you parked
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitetnstateparks.com
- Phone(615) 885-2422
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–4:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–4:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–4:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–4:30 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–4:30 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–4:30 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–4:30 PM |
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