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Shutes Branch Recreation Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 480 Google reviews · Running trail in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Shutes Branch Recreation Area'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.
Naturalistic parkland on the banks of a lake named after former president Andrew Jackson.
What runners say about Shutes Branch Recreation Area
“Great for kayaking but could use a good shore clean up”
“Beautiful and peaceful this morning and relatively cool in the shade of the trees but it’s heating up now!”
“Beautiful and peaceful this morning and relatively cool in the shade of the trees but it’s heating up now!”
Beautiful and peaceful this morning and relatively cool in the shade of the trees but it’s heating up now!
Gorgeous place to relax. Lots of trees if you want to put up a hammock; plenty of fishing options. Several boat docks to put in the water; a large hiking path, and even a mountain bike range. All around very peaceful. Not too crowded either.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful and peaceful this morning and relatively cool in the shade of the trees but it’s heating up now!”
“Boat launch available, restrooms, swimming is rough.”
“Beautiful and peaceful this morning and relatively cool in the shade of the trees but it’s heating up now!”
Plan your run at Shutes Branch Recreation Area
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- 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.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Websiterecreation.gov
- Phone(615) 754-4847
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
Running trails near Mt. Juliet
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
Shutes Branch Mountain Bike Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 156 reviews
Kid-friendly hiking area offering bike trails and fishing, plus several trail options.
Charlie Daniels Park
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Family-friendly setting with playgrounds, plus tennis, basketball & sand volleyball courts.
Eagle Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 66 reviews
Compact park where kids can learn to ride, plus a rock climb and a free bookstore.
Walton Ferry Arboretum
4.7 ★★★★★ 117 reviews
Relaxing nature preserve with lake access and trails for walking, jogging and bird watching, plus trees and a butterfly garden.
