Swan Conservation Trust

Established in 1992, to preserve, protect and restore native hardwood forests and scenic natural areas, biodiversity, wildlife habitat, and water quality on the Western Highland Rim of Tennessee.

Tennessee's Western Highland Rim

We accomplish our mission by purchasing and owning significant tracts, cooperatively managing land with other agencies or landowners, and holding conservation easements.

Big Swan Headwaters Preserve

The area now known as the Big Swan Headwaters Preserve has long been recognized for its numerous springs, streams and waterfalls. It was created in 2004 and now encompasses over 1400 acres.

See you on the trail!

We invite you to join us as we seek out unique ecosystems, rare plants, and surround ourselves with the beauty of nature, including guided hikes on Big Swan Headwaters Preserve. 

Support our work.

Help us build the endowment protecting the land of Big Swan Headwaters Preserve!

2025 Snaketail 50 Marathon
2025 Snaketail 50 Marathon
Are you ready to run for an incredible cause? If so join us for our new fun run adventure!
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Calendar of Events
Calendar of Events
Swan Trust hosts hikes and outings throughout the year, visiting scenic and unique ecosystems in our region, the Western Highland Rim of Tennessee.
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Nashville Highland Rim Forests
Nashville Highland Rim Forests
Extending our reach further north on the Western Highland Rim in 2024, Swan Trust joined the Alliance to Save Nashville's Highland Rim Forest. We are working with private landowners to protect their land in perpetuity through conservation easements.
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Memorials and Bequests
Memorials and Bequests
Honor the memory of a loved one with a memorial gift. Create a legacy through a bequest.
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Environmental Education
Environmental Education
An important part of our work...
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Southeastern Grasslands Institute

Southeastern Grasslands Institute
Swan Trust participates in identifying and monitoring grassland remnants, such as The Farm Community's Prairie Barrens Preserve, with the goal of protecting biodiversity of the last remaining grasslands in the southeast.
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