Laguardo

Overview Not far from Nashville, Laguardo is a great day-trip destination for kids and families, with a playground and sandy beach to keep both the kids and adults entertained. Visitors looking for a little more action, will find the lake is also ideal for fishing, sailing and water skiing. Natural Features: Old Hickory Lake is a 22,500 acre reservoir created by the Old Hickory Lock and Dam on the Cumberland River. The lake is surrounded by wooded areas and grassy flatlands in addition to 440 miles of scenic shoreline. Recreation: Laguardo is a popular spot for picnicking, but visitors can also participate in fishing, canoeing or water skiing with a convenient boat ramp located within the facility. Facilities: The group picnic shelter holds 100 guests and 50 vehicles and features modern amenities such as flush toilets. Family friendly offerings include a playground for children and an easily accessible swimming area, with sandy beaches. Nearby Attractions: Hikers can explore the 1.1-mile Old Hickory Lake Nature Trail with three loops that range in terrain: the Woodland Loop, Willow Swamp Loop and the Wildlife Loop. Near the dam, mountain bikers can try the Shutes Branch Mountain Biking Trail and bow hunters can make use of the Old Hickory Lake Archery Range.