The Park at Harlinsdale Farm
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Harlinsdale Farm is a 198-acre historic district in Franklin, Tennessee that was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2006. It dates from c.1900 and had other significant dates in 1935 and 1945. Its main horse stable, the centerpiece of the property, was completed in 1935.
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Harlinsdale Farm is a 198-acre historic district in Franklin, Tennessee that was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2006. It dates from c.1900 and had other significant dates in 1935 and 1945. Its main horse stable, the centerpiece of the property, was completed in 1935.
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We love Harlinsdale Farm. Mainly for its dog park. Plenty of play area. There’s three fenced in areas. One that’s closed as they rotate the big dogs from one to the other seasonally. There’s a small dog area under 30 pounds (bigger dogs not welcome) and then the big dog section that’s for over 30 pounds(smaller dogs are welcome). Water fountains are provided for cool drinking water. Plenty of trash cans and poop bag stations. Most owners are courteous and attentive to picking up there dog’s excrements. Some just talk on their cell phones and ignore their dog and don’t correct in the moment bad behaviors and that’s frustrating. More often than not you have the attentive dog parent but the inattentive dog parent is not appreciated and I will leave the park when this happens, thanks to those that are these people who ruin it for the rest of the well behaved population. Also am highly disappointed when someone comes and says that there dog isn’t friendly. Well then your dog shouldn’t be here. Again this scenario is a rarity at Harlinsdale but they are some regulars and I will be filing a complaint if it continues to happen, as it’s inappropriate. Overall, this place is great. There’s a canoeing launch point with an area of shallow water for wading, just be aware of snakes. Horse shows occur regularly as well as polo matches in the Tractor Supply Arena.
I have mixed feelings about this and am having a hard time trying to decide how to write a review. We attended Pilgrimage Music Festival here. The farm itself was great... but my biggest obstacle was the lack of accessibility. The festival made an effort, and I'm going to try to find the Festival itself to leave a review about those efforts. Overall, bumpy grass fields, gravelly roads, roads that were originally paved but have since noticeably deteriorated--seriously painful and challenging for anyone using a wheeled mobility device. It's a large farm, which is good in that you can fit in a lot (three performance stages, countless vendors and food options), but it's also a lot of ground to cross. I was exhausted by the time I got from the street to inside the front gates. The farm is great if you're fully able bodied. It's very charming and the perfect area for events. If that were the case for me, I'd give it five stars. But if you have any mobility issues, here's your heads up. Don't go alone. Have someone to help push or pull you, or someone who can go get you things while you stay in one place. (If you're in an electric scooter or wheelchair, you're probably fine? Just don't go when the fields are wet. You'll get stuck in the mud.) I don't have a lot of photos of the farm itself, just the artists at the festival, so here you go.
The harlinsdale farm is a huge property in the North side of Franklin. Even with a catch and release fishing pond, canoeing, walking trails, large lawn, historical buildings and active horse arena, very few people visit here outside of events like the PILGRIMAGE festival concert series. There is limited parking but I have yet to visit where there were many cars anyway. This was a family farm until 2004 when it was bought by the city of Franklin. There is much to see and any photographer would love the many options for wedding, family and nature photography.
This was our first visit to The Dog Park at Harlinsdale Farm, and it definitely will not be the last. The park itself is set back far off of Franklin Road, easily accessible with ample parking. The entire property is gorgeous, and there are separate fenced-in areas for the large and small dogs. But the most important thing is that ZIGGY loved it. The dogs were well behaved, the fenced-in areas clean and well-kept, and the other "parents" were friendly and welcoming. Definitely a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ experience‼️
Beautiful park just outside of downtown Franklin. Quite a few parking spaces, and a small bit of walking trails. Many of which are under construction at the moment, so it's a mix of off-road and paved. There's also a put-in to the harpeth and some open areas for you too perhaps fly a kite or whatever else fits your fancy. It is next to the water treatment plant, so occasionally the wind might give you a whiff of something unpleasant! Otherwise, great!
Wonderful place to come for a walk! If there is not an event happening. I would recommend walking around the farm but then heading towards the lake in the back of the property! Big trees with lots of shade that I'm sure would be great for a picnic. Also it is pet friendly! But they do recommend pets to stay on a leash. Also, legendary horse, Midnight Sun, was laid to rest here. Would recommend if you have a some time to relax.
Nearby Attractions Of The Park at Harlinsdale Farm
The Factory at Franklin
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The Factory at Franklin

Franklin Farmers Market

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Mockingbird Theater & Bar
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Mojo's Tacos - Franklin

Five Daughters Bakery | The Factory at Franklin

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MAFIAoZA'S Franklin
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