The Trails At Fontanel
Nashville, Tennessee
| Address: | ~4101-4123 Whites Creek Pike, Whites Creek, TN 37189, USA |
| GPS: |
36°15'23.5"N 86°49'46.6"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Tennessee |
| Trail Length: | 3.00 miles |
| MTB Difficulty: | Beginner |
| Trail Type: | Loop |
| MTB Trail Type: | Singletrack |
Mountain Bike
The Trails wind through the woods under a shaded canopy of trees which brings you up close to nature and the abundant wildlife that calls Fontanel home. This two and half mile path is well maintained but not paved. Mountain bikers will enjoy a sprint loop that is mostly a single tract with above average climbs and decent descents. Along the way, you will enjoy the beauty of Whites Creekand a glorious view of Fontanel Mansion. The Trails are open 7 days a week, from dawn till dusk. The Trails are rated at an intermediate level. Courtesy of Singletracks.com
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The Trails At Fontanel Mountain Bike Trail in Nashville, Tennessee - Directions, Maps, Photos, and R
The Trails At Fontanel is a singletrack mountain bike trail in Nashville, Tennessee. View maps, videos, photos, and reviews of The Trails At Fontanel bike trail in Nashville.
http://www.singletracks.com/bike-trails/the-trails-at-fontanel/Never modify trail features. Ride trails when they're dry enough that you won't leave ruts. Speak up when you see others on the trail and always yield to hikers, horses, and others coming uphill. Always ride on the established trail.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Nashville, Tennessee
- Head southwest on Church St toward Capitol Blvd (0.6 mi)
- Turn right onto George L Davis Blvd (157 ft)
- Merge onto I-40 W/I-65 N via the ramp on the left to Memphis/LouisvilleContinue to follow I-65 N(5.3 mi)
- Keep left at the fork to continue on I-24 W, follow signs for Clarksville/Interstate 24 W (1.1 mi)
- Take the exit onto TN-155 W/Briley Pkwy (2.0 mi)
- Take exit 19 for US-431/Whites Creek Pike (0.3 mi)
- Turn right onto US-431 N/Whites Creek Pike (1.8 mi)
- Turn right (138 ft)
- Turn rightDestination will be on the left(121 ft)
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