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Radnor Lake

Geese are some of the wildlife found in the park.

Several hiking trails run through the hills surrounding the lake.

Radnor Lake State Natural Area is a popular state natural area in Nashville, Tennessee.

The 1,200+ acre (4.45 km²) nature preserve lies in the heart of Nashville, unusual for a major American city. Four unpaved trails wander through the woods surrounding the lake, where hikers enjoy wilderness native to Middle Tennessee, including river otters, beavers, mink, muskrat, bobcat, coyote and the white-tailed deer. The most popular trail is the paved road that runs along the water, where cars are no longer allowed. There is a visitor's center open daily.

Radnor Lake was created by the Louisville and Nashville Railroad Company in 1914, and was initially used for powering steam locomotives. Afterwards, it became a local sportsman's club for L & N employees and guests. In 1962, the property was sold to be developed, but public pressure influenced the state to purchase the property in 1973 and create the State's first Natural Area.

Any hunting within the natural area is illegal.

Radnor Lake State Natural Area is a Class II State Natural Area, meaning it is a day use area only, and there is no camping or picnicing allowed.

External links

• Radnor Lake State Natural Area Website
• Friends of Radnor Lake