# Radnor Lake State Park Autumn Scenic Lake Trail & Family Nature Walk > Place to go for families in the Nashville–Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin area (TN). Times are Central Time. - When: Open on its own schedule - Dates: Starts Sat, Nov 21 - Where: Radnor Lake State Park, 1160 Otter Creek Rd, Nashville, TN 37220 - Ages: All ages (Accessible boardwalk, aviary raptor viewing, and calm lake loop) - Price: Free admission and parking; Donations welcome for park wildlife preservation - Organizer: Tennessee State Parks & Friends of Radnor Lake - Official page: https://tnstateparks.com/parks/radnor-lake - Last checked: Sat, Nov 7 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/radnor-lake-state-park-autumn-scenic-lake-trail-and-family-nature-walk--listing-469f956a57105f8314513c7b ## About Encompassing 1,368 acres of protected Class II Natural-Scientific State Area just minutes south of downtown Nashville, Radnor Lake State Park is a sanctuary for local wildlife and family nature explorers. Late autumn transforms the hardwood ridge surrounding the 85-acre lake into stunning displays of amber, rust, and crimson. The gentle 1.4-mile Lake Trail offers a tranquil walk where children can spot river otters swimming near the shoreline, painted turtles sunning on fallen logs, and white-tailed deer foraging in the brush. The park's Barbara J. Mapp Aviary Education Center features an accessible 550-foot boardwalk where families can observe rescued birds of prey, including bald eagles, great horned owls, and red-tailed hawks, while learning about raptor rehabilitation from park rangers. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: The paved Otter Creek Road section and Aviary Center boardwalk are fully accessible for strollers and wheelchairs; unpaved lake dirt paths are best suited for sturdy all-terrain strollers or child carriers. • Nursing & Rest Spots: The Walter Criley Visitor Center at the west entrance provides heated, clean family restrooms with changing stations and outdoor covered porch rockers. • Age Suitability: Welcoming all generations; easy grade trails make wildlife spotting accessible for young children and grandparents alike. • Sensory Tips: Quiet nature preserve rules strictly protect the peaceful atmosphere; jogging and pets are prohibited on dirt trails, ensuring a calm, quiet outdoor experience. ## 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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