Middle Tennessee's Top Outdoor Destinations for Summer

Middle Tennessee's Top Outdoor Destinations for Summer

Fall Creek Falls

June 20, 2025

Living in Middle Tennessee means world-class outdoor recreation is practically in your backyard. From pristine lakes to scenic state parks, summer adventures are just a short drive from your Regent Homes community.

Water Adventures

Percy Priest Lake offers 14,000 acres of swimming, boating, and fishing just 15 minutes from Nashville. Multiple marinas and beaches make it perfect for family outings.

Center Hill Lake provides crystal-clear waters ideal for diving and water sports. The lake's dramatic bluffs create stunning scenery for camping and hiking.

Old Hickory Lake stretches 97 miles through Middle Tennessee, offering excellent bass fishing and quiet coves for kayaking.

State Park Gems

Fall Creek Falls State Park features Tennessee's highest waterfall at 256 feet, plus extensive hiking trails and swimming areas. The resort lodge makes weekend getaways a convenient option.

Burgess Falls State Park showcases four waterfalls along an easy hiking trail, perfect for families with children.

Radnor Lake State Park offers peaceful hiking just minutes from Nashville, with excellent wildlife viewing and photography opportunities.

Family-Friendly Attractions

Cheekwood Estate & Gardens combines art, nature, and seasonal events across 55 acres of botanical gardens.

Nashville Shores provides waterpark thrills and lakeside fun at Percy Priest Lake.

The Adventure Science Center offers hands-on exhibits and planetarium shows as alternative activities for rainy days.

Trail Networks

Natchez Trace Parkway offers 444 miles of scenic driving, cycling, and hiking through historic landscapes.

Stones River Greenway connects multiple Middle Tennessee communities with paved trails perfect for family bike rides.

The Regent Homes Connection

Our communities put you close to these outdoor destinations while providing peaceful suburban living. Enjoy adventure-filled days, then return to spacious homes and family-friendly neighborhoods.

Make your home at Regent Homes and discover our communities, ideally located near Middle Tennessee's best outdoor experiences.