Nashville GUNNER Guide: Best Dog-Friendly Outdoor Spots

GUNNER is proudly based in Nashville, TN. We polled the team about their go-to places to get outside with their dogs this summer in Middle Tennessee.

Nashville GUNNER Guide: Best Dog-Friendly Outdoor Spots

Looking for somewhere new to get outside with your dog? Take advantage of the summer weather and check out the GUNNER team's favorite local spots.

TIM'S FORD STATE PARK

Neighborhood: 1.5 hours from Nashville
Alonna's Pick: Paddle out with your dog

HARPETH RIVER

Neighborhood: Brentwood
Patrick's Pick: Canoe with your dog

McCABE GREENWAY

Neighborhood: Belle Meade
Virginia's Pick: Let your dog swim in the creek

BARFIELD CRESCENT PARK

Neighborhood: Murfreesboro
Macy's Pick: Walk the 1.9 mile park loop

PERCY WARNER PARK

Neighborhood: Belle Meade
Colton's Pick: Hike the Mossy Ridge five mile trail


PERCY PRIEST LAKE

Neighborhood: Hermitage
Joe's Pick: Check out Long Hunter State Park

Looking for more to do around Nashville? Check out our rundown on a few of our go-to dog-friendly spots for some of the best margaritas in Music City.

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