🌤 Weather at Vine Cedar Glade State Natural Area by season
| Spring | Summer | Fall | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35–79 °F | 61–90 °F | 33–85 °F | 26–52 °F |
Each range runs from the coldest monthly average low to the warmest monthly average high in that season (1991-2020 climate normals), measured at Smyrna 6S, 7 mi away, elevation 550 ft. Conditions at the park can differ from the station, especially where elevation differs — check a forecast before you go.
🏆 Cedar Glade Preserve — Nashville Basin cedar glade with rare wildflowers on limestone bedrock
Vine Cedar Glade State Natural Area preserves another example of Tennessee’s globally rare cedar glade ecosystem. Like all Nashville Basin glades, the thin limestone soils support endemic wildflowers, seasonal pools, and drought-adapted plant communities found nowhere else on Earth.
Visitor Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Nashville Basin, TN |
| Entry Fee | Free |
| Habitat | Cedar glade (endemic species) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are there so many cedar glades in Tennessee?
The Nashville Basin’s shallow Ordovician limestone creates the perfect conditions. Only here does the combination of geology, climate, and soil depth produce these globally unique habitats.
About Vine Cedar Glade
Vine Cedar Glade State Natural Area in Rutherford County protects limestone cedar glade habitat in the Nashville Basin. The glade supports the characteristic mix of endemic wildflowers, native grasses, and eastern red cedars growing on limestone pavement — a rock garden created by millions of years of geological and evolutionary processes.
Vine Cedar Glade State Natural Area in Cannon County protects cedar glade and limestone forest habitat in the Eastern Highland Rim. Cannon County’s glades are among the most pristine in the Nashville Basin, supporting dense populations of the federally endangered leafy prairie-clover and Tennessee milk-vetch. These endemic plants evolved in isolation on limestone outcrops over millions of years.
Things to Do
Viewing endemic glade plants, botanical photography, and studying the ecology of Tennessee’s globally rare cedar glade ecosystems.
Observing federally endangered endemic plants, wildflower photography, cedar glade ecology study, birdwatching, and exploring one of the most pristine glade complexes in the Nashville Basin.
Make it a road trip: Pair a visit with Sunnybell Cedar Glade State Natural Area (a short drive away) or John & Hester Lane Cedar Glades State Natural Area (a short drive away).
🌼 Visit Vine Cedar Glade SNA
Nashville Basin cedar glade — endemic wildflowers on ancient bedrock.
Wildlife & Nature
Vine Cedar Glade SNA — preserves a cedar glade ecosystem with endemic plant species found nowhere else on Earth. The park’s thin-soiled limestone supports Tennessee coneflower and other globally rare plants. Eastern fence lizards bask on the rock.
Nearby Attractions
Central Tennessee communities — surrounding.
🐾 Dogs & Pets at Vine Cedar Glade State Natural Area
- Pets allowed? statewide rule
- Dogs, cats and other pets are permitted in Tennessee State Parks, including all campgrounds, if leashed, crated or otherwise under physical restrictive control at all times.
- Leash rule statewide rule
- 6 ft physical leash required; pets must not be left unattended
- Beaches & swim areas statewide rule
- Pets are prohibited on designated swimming beaches and at pools at all times
- Cabins & lodging statewide rule
- Pets prohibited in park lodges and cabins except designated pet-friendly units; each park offers a limited number of pet-friendly lodge rooms and one pet-friendly cabin ($20 per pet per night)
- Pet fees statewide rule
- No day-use or campground pet fee; $20 per pet per night in designated lodge rooms/cabins
- Statewide exceptions statewide rule
- Park management may post additional no-pet areas on trails; proof of rabies vaccination may be required
Are dogs allowed at Vine Cedar Glade State Natural Area?
Dogs, cats and other pets are permitted in Tennessee State Parks, including all campgrounds, if leashed, crated or otherwise under physical restrictive control at all times. Individual parks can post stricter rules — check signage on arrival.
Rules verified July 2026 via tnstateparks.com. More: Tennessee state parks guide · Dog rules in all 50 states compared
