# Beaman Park Nature Center Winter Highland Rim Hikes & Boardwalks > Place to go for families in the Nashville–Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin area (TN). Times are Central Time. - When: Open on its own schedule - Where: Beaman Park Nature Center, 5911 Old Hickory Blvd, Nashville, TN 37218 - Ages: All ages welcome (Canopy boardwalk accessible for strollers; interactive nature center) - Price: FREE admission to nature center, trails, and public educational programs - Organizer: Metro Parks Nashville & Friends of Beaman Park - Official page: https://www.nashville.gov/departments/parks/nature-centers-and-natural-areas/beaman-park-nature-center - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/nashville/activities/beaman-park-nature-center-winter-highland-rim-hikes-and-boardwalks--listing-2ff2a1610300cb3c6fa457f7 ## About Tucked into the rugged hills of northwestern Davidson County on the Highland Rim, Beaman Park encompasses over 2,100 acres of pristine deciduous forest and crystal-clear spring-fed streams. Winter reveals dramatic limestone bluffs, steep hollows, and sweeping forest vistas that remain hidden behind foliage during summer months. Families can begin their excursion at the Beaman Park Nature Center, a rustic timber lodge where children can interact with live native reptile exhibits, examine fossil displays, and participate in winter weekend nature discovery programs. Directly behind the center, an accessible 500-foot wooden boardwalk winds through the forest canopy to an overlook deck, providing safe, step-free nature access for families with strollers. For more energetic kids, the paved Henry Hollow loop trail offers an invigorating walk alongside a rippling creek where children can search for salamanders and unique limestone geodes. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: The Nature Center and elevated forest boardwalk are fully wheelchair and stroller accessible; the paved trail down to Henry Hollow is paved but has a steady slope. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Cozy indoor Nature Center with rocking chairs, educational book corners, and heated, clean restrooms equipped with infant changing facilities. • Age Suitability: Great for toddlers, school-age kids, and nature-loving parents; nature programs are geared for ages 3 to 12. • Sensory Tips: Peaceful, secluded forest setting with minimal urban noise; crisp winter air and the calming sound of trickling hollow streams. ## Similar picks in Nashville - [Percy Warner Park Winter Nature Strolls & Deep Well Scenic Loops](https://grassyknees.com/nashville/activities/percy-warner-park-winter-nature-strolls-and-deep-well-scenic-loops--listing-1efa8d5d5c30cd578e31af92) — Open on its own schedule · Percy Warner Park (Warner Parks Nature Center) · All ages · Free · checked Nov 5. 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