Back to Events
No Image Available
Education

Fossil Hike in Murfreesboro

Date
Thursday, December 3, 2026
Time
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Venue
Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park
401 Volunteer Road, Murfreesboro, TN 37128
Cost
Free
Organizer
Murfreesboro Parks & Recreation
Official source
Organizer's page

When and where is the Fossil Hike in Murfreesboro?

The Fossil Hike takes place on December 3, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. It starts at 1:00 PM and runs until 2:00 PM. It is held at Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park, 401 Volunteer Road. Admission is free. Details come from the event organizer, so confirm any last-minute changes with them before you go.

About This Event

Murfreesboro Parks & Recreation leads a Fossil Hike at the Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park. Participants learn about Middle Tennessee's ancient past, how fossils form and how to identify them, getting to be a paleontologist for a day. The hike is free, and registration is required through the city's WebTrac system.

#city of murfreesboro#wilderness station#barfield crescent park#outdoor murfreesboro#fossils#hike

What to Expect

Getting There

Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park, 401 Volunteer Road, Murfreesboro, TN 37128

Open Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park in Google Maps

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Fossil Hike?

Fossil Hike takes place on Thursday, December 3, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. All times are Central Time.

Where is Fossil Hike held?

Fossil Hike is held at Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park, 401 Volunteer Road, Murfreesboro, TN 37128.

How much does Fossil Hike cost?

Fossil Hike is free to attend.

Is registration required for Fossil Hike?

Yes. Registration is required through the organizer. Details are on the event listing.

Who organizes Fossil Hike?

Fossil Hike is organized by Murfreesboro Parks & Recreation in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. The organizer can be reached at 615-217-3017.

Events at Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park

More Education Events in Murfreesboro

Coming Up in Murfreesboro

Explore More in Murfreesboro

Date, Time & Location

Date
Thursday, December 3, 2026
Time
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location
Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park
401 Volunteer Road, Murfreesboro, TN 37128
Free Event
Register Now

Contact Information

Murfreesboro Parks & Recreation

Related Businesses

View All
Entertainment

Barfield Crescent Park in Murfreesboro

697 Veterans Pkwy

parktrails
Education

Unique Kids Childcare in Murfreesboro

213 Heatherwood Dr

childcaredaycare
Education

Kids 'R' Kids Learning Academy in Murfreesboro

1152 N Rutherford Blvd

childcaredaycare
Education

Lionheart Children's Academy in Murfreesboro

431 DeJarnette Ln

preschoolchildcare

Related Events

View All
NOV5
Sports & Recreation

Night Sounds Hike at The Wilderness Station

5:00 PM - 6:30 PMWilderness Station at Barfield Crescent ParkFREE
NOV18
Sports & Recreation

Archery for Beginners

3:30 PM - 5:30 PMWilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park
NOV19
Sports & Recreation

Night Sounds Hike at The Wilderness Station

5:00 PM - 6:30 PMWilderness Station at Barfield Crescent ParkFREE
DEC2
Sports & Recreation

Archery for Beginners

3:30 PM - 5:30 PMWilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park

Related News

View All
Education

Thanksgiving and Winter Break 2026: Rutherford County and City Schools

Rutherford County Schools and Murfreesboro City Schools are both out for Thanksgiving the week of Nov. 23, 2026, and for winter break Dec. 21 through Jan. 1. Students in both districts return Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2027.

4 min readOctober 18, 2026
Education

RCS Magnet School Information Nights: Nov. 10, 12 and 17 at 6 p.m.

Rutherford County Schools will hold information nights for its three magnet programs ahead of 2027-28 applications: Thurman Francis Arts Academy on Nov. 10, McFadden School of Excellence on Nov. 12 and Central Magnet School on Nov. 17, all at 6 p.m.

3 min readOctober 17, 2026
Education

MTSU Ranks 13th for Free Speech, No. 6 Public School in the South

Middle Tennessee State University ranked 13th of 261 schools in FIRE's seventh annual College Free Speech Rankings and tied for No. 6 among Top Public Schools in the South in U.S. News & World Report's 2027 Best Colleges list.

5 min readOctober 12, 2026
Education

MTSU Presidential Search: Applications Close Oct. 15, Finalists in November

The deadline for applications and nominations for Middle Tennessee State University's next president is Oct. 15, and the search committee plans to bring finalists to the Murfreesboro campus in November for interviews and public forums. Trustees say the search is on track to replace retiring President Sidney A. McPhee by the end of the year.

4 min readOctober 9, 2026