# Harpeth River State Park Winter Narrows & Montgomery Bell Tunnel Walk > Place to go for families in the Nashville–Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin area (TN). Times are Central Time. - When: Open on its own schedule - Where: Harpeth River State Park - Narrows of the Harpeth, 1254 Narrows of the Harpeth Rd, Kingston Springs, TN 37082 - Ages: Ages 4 and up (Short, flat 0.2-mile historic tunnel trail suitable for supervised younger kids) - Price: FREE admission and free trailhead parking throughout Harpeth River State Park - Organizer: Tennessee State Parks - Official page: https://tnstateparks.com/parks/harpeth-river - 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/harpeth-river-state-park-winter-narrows-and-montgomery-bell-tunnel-wal--listing-ff2b61121113c808315f24f3 ## About Harpeth River State Park is a unique linear state park managing nine distinct archaeological and historic river access sites along 40 river miles in Middle Tennessee. The crown jewel is the Narrows of the Harpeth in Kingston Springs, where the meandering river curls in a 5-mile loop before returning within 200 feet of itself separated by a narrow limestone ridge. In 1818, industrialist Montgomery Bell blasted a 100-foot tunnel through the rock to power an iron forge. During winter, defoliated trees offer clear views of the limestone cliff faces and rushing waters. Families can embark on the easy, flat 0.2-mile trail along the historic bluff to the Montgomery Bell Tunnel overlook, where kids can peer down into the historic water tunnel. For families with older kids, the Bluff Overlook trail ascends gently to panoramic ridgeline views stretching across the entire Harpeth River valley. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: The trail to the tunnel overlook is packed dirt and gravel suitable for rugged jogging strollers; the upper bluff overlook trail is rocky with steps and best for foot travel. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Trailhead picnic tables beneath shady trees; seasonal porta-potties at the trailhead; full modern heated restrooms are located nearby in downtown Kingston Springs. • Age Suitability: Great for children ages 4 and up; toddlers can easily manage the short, flat tunnel trail with parent supervision. • Sensory Tips: Refreshing river gorge atmosphere with the soothing rush of river water tumbling through the historic rock tunnel; minimal crowds during winter weekdays. ## 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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