Gallatin Green Wave Trails: A Guide to Greenways, Walking Paths and Bike Trails

Gallatin’s trail options include the approximately 2-mile Town Creek Greenway, the 4.1-mile paved Station Camp Greenway, the concrete walking trail at Triple Creek Park and approximately 9 miles of singletrack at Lock 4 Park. Town Creek connects downtown Gallatin with Triple Creek Park, while Station Camp is a separate paved trail in north Gallatin. Check the City of Gallatin or Sumner County pages before visiting for current access information, trail conditions and closures.

Gallatin’s trail network offers several different outdoor experiences rather than one continuous route. For paved walking and biking, start with Town Creek Greenway or Station Camp Greenway. For a park-based family outing, Triple Creek Park combines a concrete walking trail with playgrounds, sports fields, a dog park and other amenities. For mountain biking, Lock 4 Park offers approximately 9 miles of natural-surface singletrack beside Old Hickory Lake...

This guide consolidates Gallatin’s principal greenways and trail destinations for residents, visitors and families. Trail descriptions and access information are based on official City of Gallatin and Sumner County sources reviewed August 15, 2026.

Gallatin trail options at a glance

Trail or park — Surface and activity — Published distance or size — Access information — Best fit

Town Creek Greenway — Hiking and biking; primarily a hard-surface greenway — Approximately 2 miles — College Street, East Broadway and Bentley Circle are listed by the City — Downtown walks, casual biking and connecting with Triple Creek Park

Station Camp Greenway — Paved hiking and biking trail — 4.1 miles — 2115 Long Hollow Pike — Longer paved walks, running and family rides

Lock 4 mountain-bike trails — Natural-surface singletrack — Approximately 9 miles — Dedicated bike-trailhead access at 1598 Lock 4 Road — Intermediate mountain biking and technical trail riding

Triple Creek Park — 10-foot-wide concrete walking trail plus park amenities — 185-acre park — 1333 Touchdown Drive — Families, short walks, playground visits and mixed recreation

Distances and amenities in this table come from official local-government pages. Trail conditions, temporary closures and seasonal access can change, so check the relevant agency page before leaving home.

Town Creek Greenway: the downtown-to-Triple Creek route

Town Creek Greenway is the most central option for a paved walking or biking outing in Gallatin. The City describes the route as running along Town Creek, beneath East Broadway, through the Historic Woodson Terrace area and toward downtown. The greenway connects with the walking track at Triple Creek Park.

The City lists approximately two miles for Town Creek Greenway. Its official trail page identifies access at the entrance to Triple Creek Park, Bentley Circle, Barton Drive, Perrolee Street and Wilmore Street. It also identifies a trailhead with parking on East Broadway near the end of the businesses by Tennessee Hardware, along with another trailhead on College Street near the Farmers Market.

The City’s individual Town Creek Greenway page lists three useful addresses: 317 College St., 501 E. Broadway and 129 Bentley Circle. It also lists the operating period as dawn to dusk.

Access points and parking

For a downtown-oriented walk, College Street is the most direct starting point listed by the City. The East Broadway and Bentley Circle access points may be more convenient for residents approaching from the east or for visitors who want to join the route away from downtown.

Parking availability can vary by trailhead and by nearby events. Avoid blocking neighborhood streets, business access or park entrances. If you are meeting a group, select one trailhead in advance rather than assuming every access point offers the same parking capacity or amenities.

Station Camp Greenway: a paved trail in north Gallatin

Station Camp Greenway is a separate paved hiking and biking trail listed at 4.1 miles. The City’s trail page gives the address as 2115 Long Hollow Pike in Gallatin and provides a Sumner County link for additional information.

Because it is paved and longer than Town Creek Greenway, Station Camp may suit walkers, runners and cyclists looking for a more extended outing without moving onto a natural-surface mountain-bike trail. That is an editorial recommendation based on the published surface and distance, not a claim that it is the only or universally best option.

Before visiting, confirm the current trailhead arrangement and any access changes. Earlier planning documents describe multiple phases and segments for Station Camp Greenway, but those documents should not be treated as a current construction schedule. The current public-facing trail listing identifies the trail as 4.1 miles.

Lock 4 Park: Gallatin’s mountain-bike trail system

Lock 4 is the clearest choice for riders seeking mountain-bike trails in Gallatin. The City describes the system as approximately nine miles of well-maintained singletrack with an intermediate overall rating. The route uses natural features, rocks, roots, short climbs and downhill sections, with several more advanced offshoots.

The mountain-bike trail system is divided into connected sections. The City identifies an intermediate South Side Trail of approximately 5.7 miles, a 2.1-mile East Side beginner/intermediate section and a 1.8-mile West Side section. Some advanced offshoots are also identified on the official trail information.

Lock 4’s official trail guidance is particularly important for first-time visitors. Parking for the mountain-bike system is at a dedicated trailhead, and the City advises riders to use open trails only, avoid wet trails, control speed for conditions, yield to other riders and wear a helmet. The City also notes that the lower west side can remain wetter in winter and is usually closed until spring.

The bike trailhead and Lock 4 Park are listed at 1598 Lock 4 Road. The broader park includes lake access, picnic areas, fishing areas, playground equipment and accessible fishing piers, but the mountain-bike trailhead is a distinct access point for riders.

Triple Creek Park walking trails and family amenities

Triple Creek Park is a useful starting point for families who want walking without committing to a longer greenway or technical bike trail. The City describes the 185-acre park as having a 10-foot-wide concrete walking trail, playgrounds, an ADA-compliant playground and baseball field, a dog park, sports fields and an 18-hole disc-golf course.

The park is at 1333 Touchdown Drive. The City lists seasonal operating hours of until 11 p.m. during summer months and until 7 p.m. during winter months. Because the page does not define the exact dates for those seasons, visitors should confirm the current schedule if they plan to arrive near closing time.

Triple Creek also connects to the broader Gallatin walking system. The City says the walking track connects to Town Creek Greenway, making it possible to combine a park visit with a longer route toward downtown.

How to choose a Gallatin trail

Choose Town Creek Greenway if you want:

• A central Gallatin route connected to downtown.
• A relatively short paved outing.
• Several listed access points.
• A walk that can be combined with time near downtown businesses and the Farmers Market area.

Choose Station Camp Greenway if you want:

• A longer paved trail listed at 4.1 miles.
• A route suited to walking, running or casual biking.
• Access in the Long Hollow Pike area.

Choose Lock 4 if you want:

• Natural-surface singletrack rather than a paved greenway.
• Approximately nine miles of mountain-bike riding.
• Intermediate terrain with more advanced sections available.
• A lakeside park setting.

Choose Triple Creek Park if you want:

• A concrete walking trail with family amenities nearby.
• A short outing that can include playgrounds, sports facilities, the dog park or disc golf.
• A connection to Town Creek Greenway.

These recommendations are based on official descriptions of surface, distance and amenities. They are not rankings and do not reflect a first-hand visit.

Parking, access and planning tips

1. Pick the trailhead before you go. Town Creek has multiple listed access points, while Lock 4 mountain biking uses a dedicated trailhead. Put the specific access address into your navigation app rather than searching only for “Gallatin trails.”
2. Match equipment to the surface. Road, hybrid or family bikes are more appropriate for paved greenways. Lock 4 is a natural-surface singletrack system with rocks, roots and technical features; riders should use equipment and protective gear appropriate to their ability.
3. Check weather before mountain biking. The City specifically advises against riding wet Lock 4 trails and notes seasonal wetness on the west side. Respect closure information to protect the trail and avoid unsafe conditions.
4. Plan for shared use. Town Creek and Station Camp are listed for both hiking and biking. Stay alert, keep right when practical, yield appropriately and give other users room.
5. Do not assume every trailhead has the same amenities. The official pages list access points and some park facilities, but restroom, water and lighting details are not consistently provided for every location.
6. Use official maps when available. The City provides a Town Creek walking map and a Lock 4 mountain-bike map from its official pages. Check that the map link is working and current before relying on it for navigation..

What to know about greenway expansion plans

Searches for Gallatin greenway expansion plans or pedestrian bridge projects may surface planning documents, older master plans or development materials. Those documents can be useful background, but they do not necessarily establish that a project is funded, under construction or open to the public.

For current information, start with the City of Gallatin’s Parks & Recreation, Greenways and Explore pages. Look for an official project announcement, construction notice, agenda item or current trail-closure notice before describing an extension as active or scheduled. The City’s current Greenways page describes the existing Town Creek and Triple Creek connections; it does not provide a current completion date for a future expansion.

A simple starting plan for residents and visitors

If you are new to Gallatin’s trails, begin with a paved route. Town Creek Greenway offers central access and a connection toward Triple Creek Park. Station Camp Greenway provides a longer paved option in north Gallatin. Families can use Triple Creek Park as a flexible base because the walking trail is close to playground and recreation facilities.

Save Lock 4 for a mountain-bike outing when you have confirmed that the trails are open and dry and you are prepared for natural-surface terrain. Review the official trail rules, use the dedicated bike-trailhead access and choose sections that match your experience.

Gallatin’s trail system is best understood as a group of distinct places: downtown and creekside walking on Town Creek, paved miles at Station Camp, family recreation at Triple Creek and singletrack riding at Lock 4. Comparing those characteristics before you leave makes it easier to choose the right route for your time, equipment and group.

Last verified: August 15, 2026. Official sources checked: City of Gallatin Parks & Recreation, City of Gallatin Greenways, City of Gallatin trail pages and Sumner County Parks and Recreation.