Partially Open as of 1 day ago
Rain doesn't usually close the trail and we only know Barfield is closed if they tell us. If the gate isn't open, try calling the Park Office at 615-890-5333 to verify if the trail is supposed to be closed. On weekends, visit or call the Wilderness Station at 615-217-3017.
Daylight use only; Park closes 1/2 hour before dark.
Trail Directions: CW: M,W,F,Su - CCW: T,Th,Sa
All Open as of 1 day ago
Bells Bend trails are Beginner friendly and Nashville Metro Parks have FREE mountain bike rentals. Check them out at the Bells Bend Outdoor Center: Tue-Fri 12-4, Sat 9-4. Or by appointment, call 615-862-4187. NOTE: Some sections are closed due to downed trees. Call the # above to help or email vp@sorbamidtn.org.
All Closed as of 5 hours ago
Trail needs time to dry.
Please report any downed trees across the trail in the Damage Reports section on this website.
Park is open from sunrise to 11pm.
Illegal behavior should be reported to Metro Park Police at 615-862-8600
All Closed as of 1 day ago
Parks Dept. rents out the pavilions for gatherings. If you see an event, please park at the tennis courts. Ride615 Bike Shop also has their back parking lot available as well.
Illegal behavior should be reported to Metro Park Police at 615-862-8600
Directional by days:
Phase 1
MWFSu- CCW
TThSa- CW
Phase 2
MWFSu- CW
TThSa- CCW
Trail Work as of 1 day ago
2/12/25: SORBA co-hosted a couple of work days to help clear & restore the old "Hope Park" trail. We are working with Metro Nashville Public Schools on administrative / legal stuff to allow public access.
Last work day post: www.sorbamidtn.org/calendar/20241109/hope2
Partially Open as of 2025-05-10 12:19:38 CDT
Avoid wet lower sections of trail. Ride responsibly.
WORK DAY: Monday 5/12 @ 10am - Trimming.
If you notice any new downed trees please fill out a report or list them on the Facebook page.
Please report any trail issues.
All Open as of 23 hours ago
2025 Montgomery Bell Winter MTB Time Trial Series Final RACE DATE MOVED from 4/6 to 4/13
More info at:
https://www.bikereg.com/68996
Please follow TN State Parks guidelines when trails are dry enough to ride:
https://tnstateparks.com/about/keeping-visitors-healthy
Call 615-797-9052 extension 118 to check for bike trail closures.
All Closed as of 8 hours ago
Big tree has felled on the downhill side of Hookman. Ride around above the root ball. Major flood damage on the Boulevard trail. Be aware, there is a now a creek crossing you have to pass in order to ride from Percy Warner Golf Course to the Opryland trails or Rocky Top trails.
Metro Parks facilities (i.e. bathrooms, pavilions, etc) are open. Trails remain open when dry.
Illegal behavior should be reported to Metro Park Police at 615-862-8600
All Closed as of 23 hours ago
5/11 - closed yet again due to more rain - may be open by midweek. Drainage improvements are being conducted so riders may see new structures or fresh soil disturbance and new installation of some rock grade controls. Use Stinking Creek bypass during rainy season due to septic runoff concerns.
Email elimia987@gmail.com to post feedback or updates on conditions.
Sign up to help at http://volunteer.sorbamidtn.org
Partially Open as of 2 hours ago
The trail may still have some damp spots but should be ok.
PHASE 3 TRAIL BUILD Continues Wednesdays & Fridays in May. More info at www.sorbamidtn.org/horton
Contact the Park Office with issues or questions (931) 364-7724.
This is a Multi-Use trail & open 7am until sunset. Click info icon for more.