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Peeler Park Greenway Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 245 Google reviews · Running trail in Madison, Tennessee · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Paved
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Peeler Park Greenway Trailhead'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.

PavedScenicDog-friendlyFlat & fastQuiet

Vistas of the Cumberland River are a highlight at this park with miles of paved paths for bikes, deer, and other wildlife.

What runners say about Peeler Park Greenway Trailhead

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (245 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 3 mentions

“Well-maintained, easily-walked paved trails along bottom land of the Cumberland River.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 5 mentions

“Beautiful Greenway with tons of wildlife, a view of the water, and lots of lovely trees and plants.”

🏃 great for running 2 mentions

“Great place to run walk ride your bike horseback ride also has a boat ramp to the Cumberland River”

🪧 well-marked 2 mentions

“Stay on the meadow trails which are clearly marked, and you’ll be fine!”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 4 mentions

“Even though I wasn't able to see it all, the parking lot and boat ramp were peaceful and the deer walked around like no one was even there.”

Little slice of the country nestled at the end of Neelys Bend. Greenway is in good shape and suitable for walking, jogging or biking. You are likely to encounter deer, wild turkeys, lots of birds, and occasionally snakes.

★★★★★ — Scott , May 2022

A quiet park for walking and cycling tucked away by the Cumberland River. If you can arrange your visit, as we did, to coincide with Metro Police and Nashville Fire Dept. fishing a floater out of the river at the boat ramp, it's a real treat.

★★★★☆ — Andy , May 2025

Well-maintained, easily-walked paved trails along bottom land of the Cumberland River. The main loop is great for biking, walking, or jogging.

★★★★★ — Robert , Jul 2021

Usually empty, have never seen more than a handful of other people on the trails here. A great place to walk the dog.

★★★★★ — Emily , Nov 2017

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 8 mentions

“Beautiful Greenway with tons of wildlife, a view of the water, and lots of lovely trees and plants.”

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🛣️ Paved surface 6 mentions

“Well-maintained, easily-walked paved trails along bottom land of the Cumberland River.”

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🐕 Dog-friendly 4 mentions

“Also pet friendly, as long as people pick up after their pets it will stay beautiful.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 3 mentions

“Even though I wasn't able to see it all, the parking lot and boat ramp were peaceful and the deer walked around like no one was even there.”

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Flat & fast 2 mentions

“Extremely flat paved trail, great for biking or walking.”

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Plan your run at Peeler Park Greenway Trailhead

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.
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.

Hours

Monday 6 am–11 pm
Tuesday 6 am–11 pm
Wednesday 6 am–11 pm
Thursday 6 am–11 pm
Friday 6 am–11 pm
Saturday 6 am–11 pm
Sunday 6 am–11 pm

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Peeler Park Greenway Trailhead

2271 Neelys Bend Rd, Madison, TN 37115

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.