Island Home

Trail begins at 1906 Maplewood Dr. 37920

The historic Island Home Park Trail winds thru a beautiful riverside neighborhood where abundant dogwood trees fill the boulevards and adorn the many cottage gardens. This early 20th century streetcar suburb was developed on the19th century farm of wealthy merchant Perez Dickinson. Many of its charming homes and gardens were built during the first decades of the 20th century. Most of the original houses and streetscapes remain and the area is home to the city's largest concentration of Bungalow-style houses. The use of river stone on piers and porches of classic bungalows is unique to the neighborhood, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Throughout this vibrant neighborhood, stately old trees and newer replacements for dogwoods and hardwoods lost after 100 years create a lovely landscape.

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