Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Bowie Nature Park - Fairview TN | Official Site Over 700 acres of forest, lakes and 17 miles of trails. Bowie is a great place for individuals, couples and families to enjoy and find solace within nature. ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.bowiepark.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Posts & News](https://www.bowiepark.org/posts-news/) ## Pages - [Home](https://www.bowiepark.org/) - Over 700 acres of forest, lakes and 17 miles of trails. Bicycling, horseback riding, fishing, running, walking and playing aboard the Treehouse Playground can be enjoyed each and every day of the year. - [General Info](https://www.bowiepark.org/about/) - Welcome to Bowie Nature Park Bowie Nature Park, located in Fairview, TN contains a glorious 700+ acres of forest, lakes & trails, Bowie is a great place for individuals, couples & families to come and enjoy their time. Bicycling, horseback riding, fishing, running, walking and playing aboard the Treehouse Playground can be enjoyed each & - [Events Schedule](https://www.bowiepark.org/events-schedule/) - Download Flyer Quick-View Calendar August 2026 14 Aug Nest Watch Series Friday EVENT DETAIL 18 Aug Nest Watch Series Tuesday EVENT DETAIL 19 Aug Fossils & Footprints Wednesday EVENT DETAIL 21 Aug Nest Watch Series Friday EVENT DETAIL No event found! Load More Monthly Calendar - [Contact & Location](https://www.bowiepark.org/contact-location/) - Location & Hours Bowie Park & Nature Center 7211 Bowie Lake RoadFairview, TN 37062 Tel: (615) 799-5544 Email: bbailey@fairview-tn.org Bowie Park on Facebook Park Hours: 5am to 10pm Nature Center Hours: Mon – Sat: 8am to 4pm Sunday: 9am to 12pm Trail Closures: At any time, trails may be closed to bikers and horseback riders - [Download Maps & Info](https://www.bowiepark.org/about/download-maps-info/) - Current Activities Homeschool Guide Field Trip Outreach Guide Volunteer Guide Park Program Survey General Downloads Directions to Bowie Park Shelter Reservation Form Trail Map Geocaching Trail Mileage Fairview Parks System Brochure Conservation Easement Documents - [Photo Gallery](https://www.bowiepark.org/photo-gallery/) - Welcome to our photo gallery of Bowie Nature Park in Fairview, TN! Nestled in the heart of nature, this 700+ acre park offers stunning landscapes, serene trails, and vibrant wildlife. Explore the beauty through these captivating images that showcase its natural splendor. - [Trail Information](https://www.bowiepark.org/about/trail-information/) - Trail Use Fee [for each bicycle and each horse] .00 per day. All Fairview residents and residents of Postal Zip 37062 are exempt from this fee. If you are unfamiliar with Bowie Nature Park’s Trail system please read all trail signs and/or consult the “Official” Bowie Nature Park Trail Map (located at the kiosk in - [Use & Facilities](https://www.bowiepark.org/about/areas-facilities/) - Nature Center The center offers the opportunity for park visitors to learn more about Bowie Nature Park itself with nature exhibits, brochures and art. The Bowie museum, in the visitor’s area of the center is sponsored by the Friends of Bowie Nature Park. The museum provides the history of the Bowie family and the history - [Affiliated Organizations](https://www.bowiepark.org/about/affiliated-organizations/) - The Friends of Bowie Park The Friends of Bowie Nature Park (www.friendsofbowienaturepark.org) welcomes new members, folks who love and value our Park. Activities are informal, fun and generally productive. The Friends meet monthly except December on the second Saturday at 9:00 am at the Bowie Nature Center. Projects will be announced as they are planned. - [Programs](https://www.bowiepark.org/about/programs/) - Programs Dr. Bowie wrote that she wanted Bowie Nature Park to be preserved so that the public could study and appreciate the wildlife and its preservation. Bowie Nature Park’s programming reflects her wish by using the beautiful land she donated to teach children and adults about our natural world. The Educational staff at Bowie Nature - [Park History & Ecology](https://www.bowiepark.org/about/park-history-ecology/) - A Timeless Legacy from Doctor Evangeline Bowie Prior to the death of Dr. Evangeline Bowie in 1992, the City of Fairview was graciously deeded the land that is now Bowie Nature Park. It was her wish that the city make a public nature park out of the 722-acre forest that she had created from land - [Facebook Feed](https://www.bowiepark.org/about/facebook-feed/) - [Park Rules](https://www.bowiepark.org/about/park-rules/) - PARK RULES Vehicles are restricted to designated roads and parking areas only. The speed limit is 10 miles per hour on all roads in the park. No alcoholic beverages allowed on park property. No dumping or littering on park property. All pets must be on a leash or tether at all times. No swimming allowed - [Cookie Policy](https://www.bowiepark.org/cookie-policy/) - Bowie Nature Park Cookies Policy Cookie Usage Policy This Cookie Policy outlines what cookies are, how Bowie Nature Park (referred to as “we” or “us”) use them on our website, and how they help us deliver our services while meeting legal requirements. What Are Cookies? This page provides comprehensive information about how we use cookies ## Events - [Frog Watch Night Hike](https://www.bowiepark.org/events/frog-watch-night-hike-2/) - August 27th | 7:30pm Frog Watch Night Hike: Take a stroll around the pond to listen for frog and toad calls, learn how to identify local species, and explore the important role amphibians play in healthy ecosystems. Location: Veterans Memorial Park - [Gem Jam](https://www.bowiepark.org/events/gem-jam/) - August 26th | 10am - 11am Gem Jam: Explore the colorful world of crystals and minerals, investigate the properties that make each one unique, and learn how they form deep inside the Earth. Location: Bowie Nature Center - [Fossils & Footprints](https://www.bowiepark.org/events/fossils-footprints/) - August 19th | 10am - 12pm Fossils & Footprints: Find fossils on the Perimeter Trail, learn how they were formed, and make your own. Location: BNP Shelter 1 - [Dirt-Tectives](https://www.bowiepark.org/events/dirt-tectives/) - August 12th | 10am - 11am Dirt-Tectives: Dig into different layers of soil, discover what makes each layer unique, and learn why healthy soil is so important for plants, animals, and people. Location: Bowie Nature Center - [Nest Watch Series](https://www.bowiepark.org/events/nest-watch-series/) - August 7th, 11th, 14th, 18th, 21st, 25th, & 28th | 10am - 2pm Nest Watch Series: Join thousands of NestWatchers worldwide for a citizen science program designed to track the status and trends in the reproductive biology of birds, including when nesting occurs, the number of eggs laid, how many eggs hatch, and how many - [Nest Watch](https://www.bowiepark.org/events/nest-watch/) - July 14th, 17th, 28th & 31st @ 10am - 2pm Nest Watch Series: Join thousands of NestWatchers worldwide for a citizen science program designed to track the status and trends in the reproductive biology of birds, including when nesting occurs, the number of eggs laid, how many eggs hatch, and how many hatchlings survive. Observations - [City of Fairview Nature Fest](https://www.bowiepark.org/events/city-of-fairview-nature-fest/) - WHERE: BOWIE NATURE PARK WHEN: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2026 9 AM to 4 PM - [Frog Watch Night Hike](https://www.bowiepark.org/events/frog-watch-night-hike/) - June 29th @ 8pm Frog Watch Night Hike: Join us on a short guided hike and listen for the calls of local frogs and toads. Learn how these nighttime sounds help scientists monitor wetland health while experiencing Veterans Memorial Park after dark. *Note - Restrooms are not available at this site. Location: Veterans Memorial Park - [Project Feeder Watch](https://www.bowiepark.org/events/project-feeder-watch/) - Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 8am – 4pm Project Feeder Watch: Help track the birds visiting our local feeders. Participants of all ages may pop in throughout the day to observe, record, and contribute valuable data to learn more about our feathered friends. Location: Bowie Nature Center