Here's Where to Canoe, Kayak & Splash Around with the Kids

When Middle Tennessee turns up the heat, turn up the fun! Cool off with a scenic canoe trip or splash into excitement at a water event. Here’s where to canoe, kayak & splash around with the kids. Remember your floatation devices, towels, snacks, sunscreen and make a day of it.

Here’s Where to Canoe, Kayak & Splash Around with the Kids

Try something a little different … like canoeing the Caney!

BROKEN PADDLE

Canoe, kayak or tube from three locations on flat water: the Harpeth River from Bellevue; Drake’s Creek at Memorial Park in Hendersonville; or Lake Acorn boat rentals at Montgomery State Park in Burns for two, three or six-hour trips. See the FAQs on the website for more details. Text 615-669-8196 for quick availability.

CANOE THE CANEY

Four trips currently available in canoes or kayaks include a three-to-five hour excursion on the Caney Fork River; a Hidden Falls excursion for a six-mile round trip run on Center Hill Lake; a one-and-a-half hour excursion on the Caney; or an Upper Caney Lake (Center Hill) paddle of six-to-nine miles. See the FAQs on the website for more details. Book online or call 1-800-579-7893.

CAP’N DAVE’S WATER SPORTS

Located on Percy Priest Lake, rent jet skis for one-to-two hours (maximum of two riders; must be 21 to rent, 18+ to operate); a SUP, single or double kayak, canoe or pedal boat. Book online or call 615-504-5352.

CUMBERLAND KAYAK

Kayak from four locations: the Cumberland River (Nashville Skyline route from Nashville’s Shelby Park to Nissan Stadium downtown); a 90-minute paddle from Center Hill Lake to Burgess Falls; a three-hour paddle from Center Hill Lake to Fancher Falls; or a one-to-two hour paddle around Percy Priest Lake. Book online or call 615-800-7321.

FOGGY BOTTOM CANOES

Located just outside of Kingston Springs, enjoy an experience on the Harpeth River. This family-owned outfitter rents canoes and kayaks for five-mile trips that last two hours or longer. To book, call 615-952-4062.

SUNSHINE ADVENTURES

Tube a three-mile Nashville route from Newsom’s Mill to Hidden Lake State Park. Tubes include back rests and cup holders. Enjoy linking straps and optional paddles.

TIP-A-CANOE

Located on the Harpeth River in Kingston Springs, this outfitter has been family owned and operated since 1972. Choose two-and-a-half, three-and-a-half or four-and-a-half trips by canoe or kayak. There are no age limits, but you must be able to walk. Bring a life jacket for children under 30 lbs; all children 12 and younger must wear one.

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SUMMER SPLASH DAYS AT NASHVILLE ZOO
Saturdays in July and August through Aug. 23
The zoo is located at 3777 Nolensville Pike, Nashville

DIVE-IN MOVIES at NASHVILLE SHORES
Fridays, July 11, 18 & 25
Nashville Shores is located on Percy Priest Lake at 4001 Bell Road in Hermitage.

KIDS’ WATER DAY AT PINKERTON PARK
Wed., July 23
Pinkerton Park is located at 405 Murfreesboro Road in Franklin.

SPLASH DAYS AT LUCKY LADD FARMS
Select days through Aug. 31
Lucky Ladd Farms is located at 4306 Rocky Glade Road in Eagleville.

KAYAK FLOAT IN SMYRNA
Ages 12+
Sunday, July 20
Meet up at Volunteer Park, located at 850 8th Ave., Smyrna

STONES RIVER KAYAKING
murfreesborotn.gov | Ages 10+
Friday, July 18 and Thursday, July 31

Here’s Where to Canoe, Kayak & Splash Around with the Kids

Make a splash this summer and beat the heat with some water-filled fun! July is packed with kid-approved, splash-tastic events you won’t want to miss.