Visitor Responsibilities
Fort Negley is a sensitive and fragile historic site owned and operated by Metro Nashville Board of Parks and Recreation. Abide by these requirements to help ensure that the fort is protected for future generations.
- The park is open during daylight hours, only.
- DO NOT CLIMB on or otherwise disturb stonework. Some walls are unstable; disturbing them puts your safety and the integrity of the site at risk.
- Metal detectors, relic hunting, and digging are strictly prohibited. Violators will be prosecuted. (Metro Ordinance BL2011-834)
- Stay on designated paths and boardwalks.
- Drugs and alcohol are prohibited.
- Camping is not permitted.
- Organized events require a permit from the Board of Parks and Recreation.
Located Near Downtown Nashville
From the North: Take I-65 South to exit 81 Wedgewood. Turn right onto Wedgewood Ave. At the first stoplight, turn right onto 8th Avenue S. Turn right onto Chestnut St. Turn left onto Fort Negley Blvd. Fort Negley is on the right.
From the South: Take I-65 North to exit 81 Wedgewood. Turn left onto Wedgewood Ave. At the second stoplight, turn right onto 8th Avenue S. Turn right onto Chestnut St. Turn left onto Fort Negley Blvd. Fort Negley is on the right.
From the East or the West: Take I-24 or I-40 East to I-65 then follow the directions from the North.
From Downtown: Take 8th Avenue South until it intersects Chestnut Street. Turn left onto Chestnut Street. Turn left onto Fort Negley Blvd.
