National Trails Day

Come out for your choice of a 1-mile, 2-mile, or 4-mile community hike on Mill Ridge Park's new primitive trail system at 9AM! Originating at the Crossings Trailhead, this all volunteer-built trail was recently completed, so be one of the first to experience the challenging yet rewarding out-and-back hiking that winds through a diverse mixture of pasture, grassland, and forest. The 1-mile option will include Forest Bathing, a guided nature connection activity.

Participants in this activity are encouraged to learn and share with other passionate naturalists in a beginner-friendly environment. Usage of phone apps like Merlin, eBird, iNaturalist, and GaiaGPS will be explored as time and interest allows. 

This section of trail is primitive in nature. Participants should dress appropriately for weather conditions and trail that may include sections with overgrown grass. Light snacks and beverages, as well as sunscreen/bug spray will be provided at the trailhead. Participants may wish to bring a small daypack for water/snacks. No restrooms onsite. Dogs are allowed, however leashes are required at all times.

Mill Ridge Park is a 622-acre regional park located in Antioch, TN and is accessible via Exit 62 from I-24. For this event, participants will meet at the provided coordinates, as this is the location for the newly established Crossings Trailhead (located near Wirtgen). Expect to see three yellow flags and six orange cones indicating the parking area in a gravel lot. GPS: (36.035121, -86.636099) or Wirtgen (business).