Charlie Daniels Park is the closest thing Mt. Juliet has to a self-contained outdoor recreation center. Between the 9,000-square-foot fenced playground, the splash pad, the skate park, the four tennis courts, the pickleball and sand volleyball and gaga ball, and the one-mile walking track that connects to the Cedar Creek Greenway, it packs more amenities into one property than most Middle Tennessee municipal parks.

Named after the late country-music legend who made Mt. Juliet his home for decades, the park sits off Charlie Daniels Parkway a few minutes north of Providence Marketplace and functions as the de facto community hub for the city.

Quick Facts

• Address: 1038 Charlie Daniels Pkwy, Mt. Juliet, TN
• Admission: Free
• Playground: 9,000-sq-ft fenced Planet Playground + toddler park (Squirrel's Run)
• Splash pad: Ava's Splash Pad (free, seasonal)
• Walking track: 1 mile, connects to Cedar Creek Greenway
• Courts: 4 tennis, 2 pickleball, 2 sand volleyball, basketball, gaga ball pit
• Skate park: Yes
• Athletic fields: Soccer, baseball, softball, multi-purpose
• Rentals: 5 pavilions + gazebo
• Amphitheater: Yes — live music events
• Hours: Dawn to dusk; amenity hours vary
• Dogs: Leashed on paths/open areas; not in playgrounds or splash pad

Source: City of Mt. Juliet Parks & Recreation. Retrieved April 2026.

Planet Playground and Ava's Splash Pad

Planet Playground is a 9,000-square-foot fenced playground — the fencing matters as much as the equipment. Parents of toddlers and young kids can actually sit down without tracking runners. Multiple play zones for ages roughly 2 through 12.

Squirrel's Run is a separate, smaller toddler area with a concrete tricycle track. Parents of kids under 4 use this as the primary zone.

Ava's Splash Pad is free and seasonal (warm months only). Summer weekend mornings it fills fast — go on a weekday if you want room to breathe. Zero-depth, no standing water, age skew 2–8.

Sports Courts and Athletic Fields

• Four tennis courts — often the most heavily used; leagues and lessons fill organized slots
• Two pickleball courts — busy; check Mt. Juliet Parks & Rec for open-play hours
• Two sand volleyball courts — often empty on weekdays
• Full-court outdoor basketball — pickup games evenings and weekends
• Gaga ball pit — kids' consistent favorite

Athletic fields (soccer, baseball, softball) are primarily programmed through league schedules but often open for family use when leagues aren't running.

The One-Mile Walking Track

A paved one-mile loop connecting to the Cedar Creek Greenway. Stroller-friendly. Flat. Shaded in sections. You can start on the park loop, detour onto the greenway, and extend your walk or run by 2–6+ miles without moving the car.

The Mt. Juliet Community Center

On-site, hosting fitness classes, dance lessons, community meetings, and youth and senior programming. Check Mt. Juliet Parks & Recreation for current calendar.

Pavilions and Events

Five pavilions and a gazebo available for rental year-round. The amphitheater hosts outdoor concerts and seasonal events. The park hosts the city's major community events — Independence Day, fall festivals, Christmas celebrations.

Best Times to Visit

Weekday mornings (7–10 a.m.) are the quietest window. Weekday afternoons (3–6 p.m.) fill fast after school. Summer weekends: Ava's Splash Pad is packed — arrive before 11 a.m. or after 5 p.m. Fall and spring weekends spread foot traffic more evenly.

Getting There from Wilson County

Source: Google Maps. Retrieved April 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the playground at Charlie Daniels Park fenced? Yes. Planet Playground is a 9,000-square-foot fenced playground. Squirrel's Run (toddler park) is also separate and contained.

Is Charlie Daniels Park free? Yes. Park, playground, splash pad, courts, and walking track are all free. Fees apply only to pavilion rentals and Community Center programs.

Is there a skate park at Charlie Daniels Park? Yes. A dedicated skate park is on the property.

What's the address? 1038 Charlie Daniels Pkwy, Mt. Juliet, TN.

A Local's Take

Most Mt. Juliet households end up with at least one member at Charlie Daniels Park more days than not — kids at the playground, a parent on the walking track, or a weekly pickleball group. The density of amenities is unusual for a city Mt. Juliet's size. When comparing Mt. Juliet against another Middle Tennessee suburb, this park is often the deciding amenity — not because it's dramatic, but because it works, reliably and free.

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Written by Jacob Armbrester, Real Estate Broker with Compass. Published 2026-04-30. Last updated 2026-04-19.