Temple Cemetery park
Temple Cemetery
Reasons to Visit:
1. Historical Significance: Temple Cemetery has been in existence for over 150 years, making it a significant part of Tennessee's history.
2. Architectural Beauty: The cemetery features impressive Victorian-era tombstones and mausoleums, showcasing the craftsmanship of that era.
3. Serene Atmosphere: It provides a peaceful and quiet environment for reflection and contemplation.
Points of Interest:
1. Graves of Prominent Figures: Temple Cemetery is the final resting place of notable individuals, including politicians, military personnel, and influential community members. Notable figures buried here include former Tennessee Governor William Trousdale and several Confederate soldiers.
2. Veterans Section: The cemetery has a dedicated section to honor military veterans, with graves decorated with American flags and other military symbols.
3. Temple Family Mausoleum: The cemetery's namesake, the Temple family mausoleum, is an impressive structure that stands as a testament to the family's prominence in the community.
Interesting Facts:
1. Established in 1855: Temple Cemetery was established in 1855, making it one of the oldest cemeteries in the state.
2. Historic Register: The cemetery has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1997, recognizing its historical and cultural significance.
3. Grave Symbols: Some tombstones in Temple Cemetery bear symbols and engravings that represent the deceased's occupation, military service, or religious beliefs.
Best Time to Visit:
The best time of year to visit Temple Cemetery is during the mild seasons of spring (March to May) and fall (September to November). The weather during these times is pleasant, and the cemetery's natural surroundings, including trees and flowers, are particularly beautiful. It is recommended to avoid visiting during extreme weather conditions or during peak summer months when temperatures can be uncomfortably high.
Note: Despite our efforts to ensure accuracy, it is always advisable to cross-reference information from multiple independent sources to obtain the most up-to-date and reliable information.
Park & land designation reference
A quick legend for the federal and state land categories Snoflo tracks. Each designation comes with different rules around access, recreation, and resource extraction.
- National Park
- Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
- State Park
- Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
- Local Park
- Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
- Wilderness Area
- The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized motorized access permitted.
- National Recreation Area
- Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing, often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes); may allow more development.
- National Conservation Area (BLM)
- BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
- State Forest
- State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
- Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
- Vast federal lands managed for mixed use -- recreation, grazing, mining, conservation -- with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area campgrounds
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within reach of Temple Cemetery, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camping Municipal | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Anderson Road - J. Percy Priest Reservoir | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Seven Points - J. Percy Priest Reservoir | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Backcountry Campsite 1 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Cedar Creek - Old Hickory Lake | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Cages Bend - Old Hickory Lake | ✓ | ✓ | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, fishing spots, and POIs so a park visit can grow into a full weekend.
Responsible recreation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site for hours, permit requirements, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading out.
- Stay on trail
- Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation, prevent erosion, and avoid disturbing wildlife habitat.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and store food securely if camping is permitted on-site.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Carry out all trash, food scraps, and gear. Many parks have limited or no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, or artifacts. They make the park what it is for the next visitor.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Temple Cemetery as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures, fire-restriction days), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Temple Cemetery
What can I do at Temple Cemetery?
Most Snoflo-tracked parks support hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Check the operator's site for activity-specific rules (camping, fishing, paddling, hunting).
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no. Streamflow comes live from USGS streamgauges.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get to Temple Cemetery?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the park.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this park, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other parks near here
Snoflo-tracked parks within driving distance of Temple Cemetery.