Bledsoe Creek Hiking
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Bledsoe Creek State Park

Due to upgrades within the park, there will be ongoing construction noise from 8am-4pm, Monday-Friday. The estimated completion date for this project is the summer of 2026. 

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    Hiking at Bledsoe Creek

    Visit any of the trails of Bledsoe Creek, ranging in difficulty and distance, including Owl Ridge Trail and The Shoreline Trail.

    Trails

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    • Birdsong Trail

      Bledsoe Creek State Park
      Distance
      0.25 mi.
      Difficulty
      Difficult
      Surface
      Paved
      This trail is hard surface asphalt and ADA compliant. The trailmeanders through the woods, next to a stream and the lake.
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking wheelchair

      Birdsong Trail

      Bledsoe Creek State Park
      This trail is hard surface asphalt and ADA compliant. The trailmeanders through the woods, next to a stream and the lake.
      Distance
      0.25 mi.
      Difficulty
      Difficult
      Surface
      Paved
      Allowed
      Hiking wheelchair
      Trail Type
      Information unavailable
      Elevation
      Gain 14.90'
      Loss 14.00'
      Grade
      Typical 2.1%
      Max 11.1%
      Cross Slope
      Typical 2.6%
      Max 9.3%
      Tread Width
      Typical 115"
      Minimum 60"
      Surface Type
      Asphalt 100%
      Obstructions Exist
      Dip: 6 in deep; Bump: 96 in of tread remaining; Bump: 72 in of tread remaining

      High Ridge Trail

      Bledsoe Creek State Park
      Distance
      1.30 mi.
      Difficulty
      Difficult
      Surface
      Natural
      A shady trail that offers short but steep climbs, scenic views and resting spots as it winds through the woods.
      Availability
      Open Seasonal
      Allowed
      Hiking

      High Ridge Trail

      Bledsoe Creek State Park
      A shady trail that offers short but steep climbs, scenic views and resting spots as it winds through the woods.
      Distance
      1.30 mi.
      Difficulty
      Difficult
      Surface
      Natural
      Allowed
      Hiking
      Trail Type
      Information unavailable
      Elevation
      Gain 229.70'
      Loss 234.60'
      Grade
      Typical 6.5%
      Max 26.4%
      Cross Slope
      Typical 2.4%
      Max 13.8%
      Tread Width
      Typical 39"
      Minimum 12"
      Surface Type
      Soil 88.3%; Gravel 6.8%; Stairs 4.3%; Wood decking 0.4%; Asphalt 0.2%
      Obstructions Exist
      Stairs: 14 in tall; Rock step: 12 in tall; Rock: 7 in tall

      Mayo Wix Trail

      Bledsoe Creek State Park
      Distance
      0.75 mi.
      Difficulty
      Difficult
      Surface
      Paved
      This level, barrier-free trail goes through young woodlands and is adjacent to a shaded stream.
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking wheelchair

      Mayo Wix Trail

      Bledsoe Creek State Park
      This level, barrier-free trail goes through young woodlands and is adjacent to a shaded stream.
      Distance
      0.75 mi.
      Difficulty
      Difficult
      Surface
      Paved
      Allowed
      Hiking wheelchair
      Trail Type
      Information unavailable
      Elevation
      Gain 28.40'
      Loss 26.20'
      Grade
      Typical 1.8%
      Max 11.8%
      Cross Slope
      Typical 2.0%
      Max 7.4%
      Tread Width
      Typical 108"
      Minimum 72"
      Surface Type
      Asphalt 98.6%; Wood decking 1.4%
      Obstructions Exist
      Boulder: 72 in of tread remaining; Bump: 72 in of tread remaining; 72 in of tread remaining

      Owl Ridge Trail

      Bledsoe Creek State Park
      Distance
      0.25 mi.
      Difficulty
      Difficult
      Surface
      Natural
      Owl Ridge Trail is a header trail from the campground area to the High Ridge Trail.
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking

      Owl Ridge Trail

      Bledsoe Creek State Park
      Owl Ridge Trail is a header trail from the campground area to the High Ridge Trail.
      Distance
      0.25 mi.
      Difficulty
      Difficult
      Surface
      Natural
      Allowed
      Hiking
      Trail Type
      Information unavailable
      Elevation
      Gain 69.50'
      Loss 28.20'
      Grade
      Typical 6.6%
      Max 22.9%
      Cross Slope
      Typical 3.0%
      Max 16.3%
      Tread Width
      Typical 39"
      Minimum 12"
      Surface Type
      Soil 90.5%; Gravel 9.5%
      Obstructions Exist
      Pipe: 6 in tall; Tree root: 6 in tall; Tree root: 5 in tall

      Shoreline Trail

      Bledsoe Creek State Park
      Distance
      1.30 mi.
      Difficulty
      Difficult
      Surface
      Natural
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking

      Shoreline Trail

      Bledsoe Creek State Park
      Distance
      1.30 mi.
      Difficulty
      Difficult
      Surface
      Natural
      Allowed
      Hiking
      Trail Type
      Information unavailable
      Elevation
      Gain 94.30'
      Loss 125.40'
      Grade
      Typical 3.1%
      Max 30.7%
      Cross Slope
      Typical 1.8%
      Max 16.7%
      Tread Width
      Typical 45"
      Minimum 12"
      Surface Type
      Soil 88.3%; Gravel 5.4%; Wood decking 3.8%; Asphalt 1.6%; Concrete 0.6%; Rock 0.3%
      Obstructions Exist
      Erosion: 24 in of tread remaining; Tree root: 6 in tall; Rock: 5 in tall

      Storybook Loop

      Bledsoe Creek State Park
      Distance
      0.35 mi.
      Difficulty
      Easy
      Surface
      Paved
      Accessed from the Visitor Center parking lot. This paved loop, a portion of the Mayo Wix Trail now combines the fun of outdoor exercise and storytime! Enlarged pages from children's books are placed along this stroller-friendly, half-mile trail so children can readwhile they explore nature. Stories are changed out annually.
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking wheelchair

      Tennessee History Trail

      Bledsoe Creek State Park
      Distance
      0.35 mi.
      Difficulty
      —
      Surface
      Natural
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking

      Woodchuck Hollow Trail

      Bledsoe Creek State Park
      Distance
      0.20 mi.
      Difficulty
      Moderate
      Surface
      Natural
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking

      Woodchuck Hollow Trail

      Bledsoe Creek State Park
      Distance
      0.20 mi.
      Difficulty
      Moderate
      Surface
      Natural
      Allowed
      Hiking
      Trail Type
      Information unavailable
      Elevation
      Gain 13.40'
      Loss 30.70'
      Grade
      Typical 3.8%
      Max 9.3%
      Cross Slope
      Typical 1.5%
      Max 5.0%
      Tread Width
      Typical 105"
      Minimum 58"
      Surface Type
      Gravel 60.1%; Asphalt 39.9%
      Obstructions Exist
      Post: 58 in of tread remaining; Broken asphalt: 2 in tall

    Trail Definitions

    • Cross Slope 

      Describes the degree of incline from one side of the trail path to the other; measured as a percentage. Cross slope aids in water drainage and impacts the overall trail stability.   

    • Grade  

      Describes the rise in elevation over a horizontal distance on the trail; measured as a percentage.  Higher percentages represent a steeper grade indicating a more challenging ascent or descent for hikers.    

    • Standard Ramp Grade

      Serves as a reference guide for the grade of the trail.  Standard Ramp Grade is 8.3% across all trail assessments.  

    • Surface 

      A characteristic of the trail expressed in terms of material type, grading, compaction, and roughness of the path. Possible surface types include soil, gravel, paved, and mulch.   

    • Tread Width    

      Represents the horizontal distance from one edge of the trail path to the other; measurements can vary.  Tread width helps to determine the amount of space a hiker has to pass through. Obstacles on the trail can alter the remaining tread width.   

    • Trail Types: Loop

      Trail returns at or near the point from which you started. 

    • Trail Types: Network 

      Offers multiple route options within one trail, and each route is connected

    • Trail Types: Out and Back

      This type of trail travels out to an endpoint where hikers turn around and travel back to the starting point.   

    • Trail Types: Stacked Loop

      A loop trail contained completely within another trail.   

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    Explore our collection of printable and digital trail maps, organized by park. Whether you’re hiking, camping, or paddling, you’ll find the resources you need to navigate confidently.

     

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    Visitor Center Gift Shop

    The Visitor Center Gift Shop is the perfect place to pick up a map, learn about the park, or find a souvenir. You’ll find an assortment of apparel and keepsakes to remember your trip to the park.  

    Address:
    400 Zieglers Fort Road, Gallatin TN, 37066

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