For Canoe Trips Nashville Has Unparalleled Variety

By Ericka Marsh


Nashville, Tennessee is the legendary home of country music. It is a tourist haven for those seeking to meet their musical heroes and line dance the night away. Most people do not realize that it is also a destination for the nature lover and adventure seeker. To find the best canoe trips Nashville has to offer check online for small family companies with local knowledge.

The area lies in the Nashville Basin which collects water from the surrounding mountain ranges. There are lots of rivers and lakes, gorges and streams. Just a few miles from the city are waterways offering excellent fishing, kayaking, bird watching and wildlife experiences. The best times to visit are in spring and autumn when the weather is hot but not too humid. Summer tends to be extremely hot.

Also the area is popular with campers. Some trips last for several days floating down the rivers and then staying a t different campsites along the way. Some are basic and others are particularly comfortable with cooking areas and showers. Most tour companies can arrange a multi-day trip with guide and all the necessary equipment.

Percy Priest Lake is a great spot for family days out or a camping vacation. There are lots of activities both on and off the water. From pleasure boats to jet skis and fishing boats there is something for everyone. There is also a fantastic obstacle course for kayaks.

If you enjoy wildlife watching the region has several national parks and beautiful forests to see deer, otters and beavers. Bird watchers will not be disappointed by the opportunities for sightings in Nashville. There are plenty of local species and migratory birds too. The Cumberland River is a favorite for bird groups.

The Harpeth River is one of the best known places for canoe trips near to Nashville. There is a long stretch of river with unbroken canoeing for around one hundred and twenty five miles. It is mainly slow current for leisurely paddling interspersed with gentle class one rapids. Many family groups prefer this area is it is safe for younger children and the campsites are well equipped.

Fishing is very popular in and around Nashville. The state of Tennessee has over three hundred fish species swimming throughout its waters. Specialist tour operators offer guided trips to both lakes and river to fish from the shore and from boats and canoes. Bass are one of the most popular fish to catch as they are great to eat. Permits are required but can easily be purchased online before the trip.

Nashville offers so much more than music to its visitors. There are lots of parks and green spaces within the city and then just outside is a natural wonderland. The rivers and lakes of the Nashville Basin are perfect for canoeing trips of all kinds. There are places for family vacations and plenty of adventure on offer too. Line dancing by night and paddling by day, that sounds like a fun vacation.




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