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Brentwood's Largest Park, Features the Historic Ravenswood Mansion
Location: 1825 Wilson Pike, Brentwood
Park Hours: Dawn to Dusk
In December 2010, the City of Brentwood acquired 320 acres of the historic Ravenswood Farm property on Wilson Pike (MAP) from the family of the late Marcella and Reese Smith for development as a park. Another 80 acres was acquired in late 2013 as an option from the 2010 purchase. The park, known as the Marcella Vivrette Smith Park, officially opened to the public on November 8, 2014.
With forested wildlife habitats in their natural state and hiking trails for outdoor enthusiasts, the land adds a new feature to the City’s comprehensive park system.
Phase II Improvements
Phase Two improvements were completed in the Fall of 2017. The $2 million project included extending the “loop road” and bike path on the south side of Ravenswood Mansion, two multi-purpose athletic fields with irrigation and parking, new restrooms, a picnic shelter, and a playground.
Ravenswood Mansion
The property includes the historic Ravenswood Mansion. Ravenswood was built in 1825 by James Hazard Wilson II. It was named for Sam Houston whom the Indians affectionately called “the Raven.” Houston was best man at the wedding ceremony of Wilson and his bride Emeline in 1821.
Find a history of the Ravenswood property here.
Hiking Trails
Smith Park has more than six miles of rugged hiking trails for your enjoyment. Trails are color-coded according to the map below. There is only one restroom facility, located at the main trail head near the parking lot. Bring plenty of water and good shoes/hiking boots. You may also want to bring your camera, as the wildlife is abundant and the scenery is beautiful. Enjoy your hike!
Hiking Trails Map (click to download .pdf)
Mountain Bike Trails
The Smith Park mountain bike trail system opened in April 2024. This is the preliminary map that will continue to be updated as the trails grow.
Mountain Trail System Map (click to download .pdf)
Color Blind Viewfinder
The Leadership Brentwood Class of 2022 installed an enchroma viewfinder at Smith Park, providing an option for those with color blindness to see the landscape in full color. The viewfinder is located early on in the red/blue trail, on the hill with benches that overlook the park.