Sharp Springs Park, Smyrna TN
Sharp Springs Natural Area: 360 acres of trails, disc golf, fishing piers and the Bark Springs dog park.
311 Jefferson Pike, Smyrna, TN 37167
What is there to do at Sharp Springs Park?
Sharp Springs Natural Area is the largest park in the Smyrna park system, a 360-acre park at 311 Jefferson Pike leased from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Visitors can hike its trails, play an 18-hole disc golf course, fish from its piers, use five playgrounds and five shelters, and let dogs run at Bark Springs Park.
Things to Do at Sharp Springs
Trails & Greenway
The developed part of the park has hiking trails and two trailheads for the Smyrna Greenway. The town lists the Sharp Springs Natural Area Trailhead 4.30 miles from the Smyrna Event Center Trailhead along the greenway.
Disc Golf
An 18-hole disc golf course, one of the additions the town made to get residents outdoors.
Fishing & Wildlife
Fishing piers, four catch-and-release ponds and bird blinds. Much of the park is undeveloped and home to wildlife and plants native to the area.
Bark Springs Dog Park
Inside the park, with separate fenced areas for large and small dogs and doggie water fountains (closed in winter). Easiest access is from Espey Drive. Open 8 a.m. to dark.
Shelters, Playgrounds & Fields
Five reservable shelters, five playgrounds, grills, picnic tables, restrooms and practice fields for baseball, football and soccer. Three of the five shelters are named after former town employees who helped build the park system.
Outdoor Classroom & Fire Pit
An outdoor classroom and a fire pit round out the facilities aimed at getting residents outdoors.
Visitor Information
Hours
- March through October: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- November through February: dawn to dusk
- Bark Springs Park: 8 a.m. to dark
The park may close for inclement weather.
History
Sharp Springs opened in 1997 with 100 acres, and 260 more acres were added three years later. The land is leased from the United States Army Corps of Engineers.
Reservations & Contact
Shelters hold 50 to 150 people. Reserve online through the Town of Smyrna or call the Parks office at (615) 459-9773 (parks.support@townofsmyrna.org). Larger groups need approval from the Parks Director and may incur corporate or special event fees.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sharp Springs Park
Where is Sharp Springs Park in Smyrna?
Sharp Springs Natural Area is at 311 Jefferson Pike, Smyrna, TN 37167. The Bark Springs dog park inside it is reached from Espey Drive (1000 Espey Drive). The Smyrna Parks office can be reached at (615) 459-9773.
What are the hours at Sharp Springs Park?
From March through October the park is open 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. From November through February it is open dawn to dusk. Bark Springs Park is open 8 a.m. to dark. The town notes the park may close for inclement weather.
How big is Sharp Springs Natural Area?
Sharp Springs is the largest park in the Smyrna park system, with 360 acres. It opened in 1997 with 100 acres, and 260 acres were added three years later. The property is leased from the United States Army Corps of Engineers, and much of it is still undeveloped.
Is there disc golf at Sharp Springs?
Yes. Sharp Springs Natural Area has an 18-hole disc golf course, which the town added along with an outdoor classroom, a fire pit and fishing piers to get residents outdoors.
Can you fish at Sharp Springs Park?
Yes. The park has fishing piers, and four catch-and-release ponds are on the property.
Is there a dog park at Sharp Springs?
Yes. Bark Springs Park sits inside Sharp Springs Park and has separate fenced areas for large and small dogs, plus doggie water fountains that are shut off in the winter months.
Can you rent a shelter at Sharp Springs?
Yes. The park has five shelters with maximum capacities of 50 to 150 people. Reservations are made online or by calling the Smyrna Parks office at (615) 459-9773. Larger groups need approval from the Parks Director and may incur corporate or special event fees.
Sources: Town of Smyrna: Sharp Springs Natural Area, Bark Springs Park, Smyrna Greenway System.