Location
7311 Highway 100
Nashville, TN 37221
615-862-8555
Hours of Operation
Warner Park Nature Center is open Tuesday through Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m, and is closed on Sunday and Monday. We are closed for most government holidays.
The Warner Parks are open sunrise to 11:00 p.m., 365 days per year.
Explore the Nature Center Campus
Natural History Museum
Go inside a giant tree, walk under the creek, explore the touch table and discover animals and plants that live in Warner Parks.
Organic Garden
Explore our seasonal organic garden, teeming with fresh vegetables, herbs and flowers.
Teaching Pond
What can you find around the water of our teaching pond? Depending on the season you may see salamanders, frogs, insects or snakes! Before exploring the pond, please read our Pond Rules!
Sandy Bivens Bird Garden
Enjoy the birds, insects, ferns and wildflowers in our extensive native landscaping. Sandy Bivens Bird Garden Brochure
Nature Play
Thank you to the generous donors and Friends of Warner Parks for creating a free accessible space for children’s outdoor unstructured play and exploration.
Bird Feeding Observation Areas
Hike the Hungry Hawk trail to the Bird Observation Area and see what resident birds – and chipmunks – are enjoying sunflower seeds. Or pause at the Nature Center for several excellent bird viewing areas.
StoryWalk®
Each season, read a new book as you walk the Little Acorn trail in the woods behind the Nature Center. Accessible during regular Park hours – every day from sunrise until 11pm – this ¼ mile stroll is perfect for small visitors and those that want a short hike in the woods. Please note this trail is not stroller-friendly.