Rental spots differ by whether they offer flatwater paddling or river trips with shuttle service, as well as the types of watercraft available, such as single, tandem, or sit-on-top kayaks. Some locations include paddles, life jackets, and dry bags in the base rate, while others charge extra or require advance reservations for weekend launches. A map pin shows where the launch site is, but it does not tell you if the location caters to self-guided beginners or experienced paddlers tackling moving water.
Ocoee 9
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Ocoee Paddleboarding & Watersports
1025 Highway 64, Ocoee, TN 37361-3411
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Cascade Outdoors
1248 Highway 64, Ocoee, TN 37361-3409
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Ace Kayaking School
263 Reynolds Bridge Rd, Ocoee, TN 37361
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Cherokee Rafting
869 US-64, Ocoee, TN 37361
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Adventures Unlimited
522 US-64, Ocoee, TN 37361
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Quest Expeditions Ocoee River
281 Highway 64, Ocoee, TN 37361-3659
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Cherokee Rafting Svc
869 Highway 64, Ocoee, TN 37361
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Ocoee Watersports Whitewater Rafting Ocoee River
1025 U S 64, Ocoee, TN 37361
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High Country Adventures
430 Highway 64, Ocoee, TN 37361-3624
Hartford 8
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Rapid Expeditions
3605 Hartford Rd, Hartford, TN 37753-2111
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Big Creek Expeditions
3671 Hartford Rd, Hartford, TN 37753-2111
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Raft Outdoor Adventures
3635 Trail Hollow Rd, Hartford, TN 37753-2120
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Smoky Mountain Outdoors
3299 Hartford Rd, Hartford, TN 37753-2107
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Rip Roaring Adventures
3555 Wheat Way, Hartford, TN 37753
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Wildwater Limited
3555 Hartford Rd, Hartford, TN 37753-2110
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Smoky Mountain River Rat Whitewater Rafting
3630 Hartford Rd, Hartford, TN 37753-2105
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Big Bear Whitewater Rafting
3165 Big Creek Rd, Hartford, TN 37753-2135
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Ocoee Whitewater Center
4400 US-64, Copperhill, TN 37317
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RaftOne - Ocoee River Rafting
4599 US-64, Copperhill, TN 37317
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Whitewater Express
703 Golf Course Rd, Copperhill, TN 37317
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Carolina Ocoee
225 Industrial Dr, Copperhill, TN 37317
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Ocoee Adventure Center
4651 US-64, Copperhill, TN 37317
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Wildwater
4596 US-64, Copperhill, TN 37317
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Wildwater- Ocoee River Basin Canopy Tours
5000 U S 64, Copperhill, TN 37317
Benton 6
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Ocoee Outdoors
1985 US-64, Benton, TN 37307
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Outdoor Adventure Rafting
629 Welcome Valley Rd, Benton, TN 37307
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Ace Ocoee Adventures
1697 Highway 64, Benton, TN 37307-5824
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Big Frog Mountain Outfitters (Big Frog Expeditions)
1278 Welcome Valley Rd, Benton, TN 37307
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Ocoee Inn Rafting
2496 Highway 64, Benton, TN 37307
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Sunburst Adventures Whitewater Rafting
702 Welcome Valley Rd, Benton, TN 37307-5807
Erwin 5
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USA Raft Adventure Resort
2 Jones Branch Rd, Erwin, TN 37650
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Blue Ridge Paddling
1001 S Industrial Dr, Erwin, TN 37650
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Wahoo's Adventures Nolichucky
1201 Rock Creek Rd, Erwin, TN 37650
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NOC Nolichucky Outpost
4 Jones Branch Rd, Erwin, TN 37650
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USA Raft Mountain River Guides in
1001 Jones Branch Rd, Erwin, TN 37650-8910
Adams 4
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Run-a-muck Outfitters
3011 Port Royal Rd, Adams, TN 37010-9025
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River Adventures
610 Keysburg Rd, Adams, TN 37010
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Bell Witch Tanking
430 Keysburg Rd, Adams, TN 37010
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Red River Canoe Rental
8002 Old Hwy 41 N, Adams, TN 37010
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Watauga Kayak
1409 Broad St, Elizabethton, TN 37643
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River Dog Adventures
105 John Sheffield Dr, Elizabethton, TN 37643-6117
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Adventure Outdoors Rafting
4578 US-19 E, Elizabethton, TN 37643-7719
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High Mountain Expeditions
1551 Broad St, Elizabethton, TN 37643
Franklin 4
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Paddle Dog
1006 Westhaven Blvd, Franklin, TN 37064
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Cumberland Kayak - Franklin
239 Franklin Rd, Franklin, TN 37064-2234
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Franklin Float Company LLC
405 Murfreesboro Rd, Franklin, TN 37064
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Harpeth River Canoe and Kayak Launch
1120 Hillsboro Rd, Franklin, TN 37064
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Nashville Paddle Company
2901 Bell Rd, Nashville, TN 37217
Thu–Sun 10am–5pm
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BTL Canoe and Kayak Rentals
No 1 Chinese Restaurant, 5751 Old Hickory Blvd, Nashville, TN 37076
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Cumberland Kayak
2 Victory Ave, Nashville, TN 37213-1237
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Broken Paddle Outfitters
8547 US-70, Nashville, TN 37221
Reliance 4
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Hiwassee Outfitters
155 Ellis Creek Rd, Reliance, TN 37369
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Webb Brothers Rafting
3708 Highway 30, Reliance, TN 37369-6019
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Hiwassee Adventures
587 Childers Creek Rd, Reliance, TN 37369
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Webb Brothers Float Service
3708 Highway 30, Reliance, TN 37369-6019
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Foggy Bottom Canoe and Kayak Rental
1270 US-70, Kingston Springs, TN 37082
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Tip-A-Canoe Stores, Inc.
1279 US-70, Kingston Springs, TN 37082
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Canoe Music City
1203 Highway 70, Kingston Springs, TN 37082-9288
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Appalachia Outdoor Center
695 Melton Lake Dr, Oak Ridge, TN 37830-7251
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Adventures Outdoors
695 Melton Lake Dr, Oak Ridge, TN 37830
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River Run Outfitters
695 Melton Lake Dr, Oak Ridge, TN 37830-7251
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River Canyon Adventures SUP & Kayak
21726 River Canyon Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37405-7469
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L2 Outside
100 River St, Chattanooga, TN 37405
Columbia 2
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The River Rat's Canoe Rental
4361 US-431, Columbia, TN 38401
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Higher Pursuits
3114 Cheeks Bend Rd, Columbia, TN 38401-7864
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Smoky Mountain Rafting
103 Silverbell Ln, Gatlinburg, TN 37738-4713
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Wildwater
385 E Parkway Ste 279, Gatlinburg, TN 37738-4982
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Bone's Buffalo River Fun
16522 Bakerville Rd, Hurricane Mills, TN 37078-2283
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Bone's Kayak & Campground
16520 Bakerville Rd, Hurricane Mills, TN 37078
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River Sports Outfitters At the Cove
11808 S Northshore Dr, Knoxville, TN 37922
Mon–Fri 10am–7pm, Sat 9am–6pm, Sun 12pm–6pm
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Holston River Water Sports
5711 E Governor John Sevier Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37924
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Tennessee Kayak and Outdoor Company
245 Durham St, McMinnville, TN 37110-2614
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Mad Musky Water Sports Rentals, Llc
1432 Myers Cove Rd, McMinnville, TN 37110-6999
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Canoe the Caney
17055 Smithville Hwy, Silver Point, TN 38582
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Caney Fork Outdoors Kayak Shop
1075 Wolf Creek Rd, Silver Point, TN 38582
Townsend 2
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Smoky Mountain River Rat Main Tubing Outpost
205 Wears Valley Rd, Townsend, TN 37882
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River Rage Tubing
8303 State Highway 73, Townsend, TN 37882
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Crazy Horse Recreational Park
2505 Waynesboro Hwy, Waynesboro, TN 38485-4614
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Clearwater Canoe Rental
2505 Waynesboro Hwy, Waynesboro, TN 38485
Brighton 1
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Rhythm Drafting
89 N Main St Ste B, Brighton, TN 38011
Buffalo Valley 1
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The Rivah at Buffalo Valley
587 Club Springs Rd, Buffalo Valley, TN 38548
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Against the Flow Outdoors
111 Frisco Lane, Byrdstown, TN 38549
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Float Ya Boat
1930 E Boy Scout Rd, Clarksville, TN 37040
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Outland Expeditions
2483 Old Parksville Rd NE, Cleveland, TN 37323
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Tennessee Outdoor Guides
2708 Lake Valley Dr, Cookeville, TN 38506-7452
Cosby 1
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5 Rivers Adventures
3732 Lindsey Gap Rd, Cosby, TN 37722
Ducktown 1
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Ocoee Rafting
1548 TN-68, Ducktown, TN 37326
Dunlap 1
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Sequatchie River Outfitters
596 Ridge Rd, Dunlap, TN 37327
Gainesboro 1
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Roaring River Post
10404 Dodson Branch Hwy, Gainesboro, TN 38562
Hixson 1
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Triple B Outfitters
8703 Hixson Pike Ste C, Hixson, TN 37343
Kelso 1
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Elk River Canoe Rental, LLC
190 Smithland Rd, Kelso, TN 37348
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Duck Canoe ~ Canoe and Kayak Rental
475 TN-99, Lewisburg, TN 37091
Linden 1
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Clearwater Kayak Rental LLC
158 Clearwater Dr, Linden, TN 37096
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River Johns Outfitters LLC
4134 Cave Mill Rd, Maryville, TN 37804
Memphis 1
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Allen's Kayaking Adventures
525 N Main St, Memphis, TN 38105-1635
Monterey 1
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The Outpost at Meadow Creek Park
19195 Clarkrange Hwy, Monterey, TN 38574
Normandy 1
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Lucky Duck River Rentals at Normandy
103 Front St, Normandy, TN 37360
Olive Hill 1
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Up The Creek Kayak Cabin and Campground Rentals
10 Melson Way, Olive Hill, TN 38475
Pegram 1
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Sunshine's Adventures
2171 Sams Creek Rd, Pegram, TN 37143
Pikeville 1
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Old Mill Dam Outdoor Adventure
34 Mule Ln, Pikeville, TN 37367
Prospect 1
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Elk River Adventures
4747 Elkton Pike, Prospect, TN 38477-7503
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river run canoe and tubing
472 Rainbow Rd, Sevierville, TN 37862
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Lucky Duck River Rentals At Halls Mill
871 Halls Mill Rd, Shelbyville, TN 37160-6016
Sparta 1
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Blue Sky Boatworks
3300 McMinnville Hwy, Sparta, TN 38583
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Happy Yak Kayaks
1120 Piney Pt Rd, Spring City, TN 37381
Tazewell 1
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Rustic River Kayak & Tube Rentals
253 Carmony Ln, Tazewell, TN 37879
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Big Bear Tubing Company
1317 Cherohala Skyway, Tellico Plains, TN 37385
Wartburg 1
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Obed River Adventures LLC
170 Lee Terry Rd, Wartburg, TN 37887
Wartrace 1
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Float A Boat
205 Blackman Blvd West, Wartrace, TN 37183
Westpoint 1
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Double G Canoe Rental
637 Busby Rd, Westpoint, TN 38486-5401
Also in Tennessee
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- Boat Rentals114
- Tackle and Bait Shops81
- Fishing Charters & Clubs63
- Boat Storage52
- Scuba Diving Centers33
- Boat Ramps23
- Marinas and Facilities with Boat Launches14
- Boat Tours & Charters13
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- Ferries & Water Taxis9
- Sailing and Yacht Clubs6
Good to know
What equipment is typically included with a kayak or canoe rental?
Most operators include the watercraft, paddles, and personal flotation devices (PFDs) for every passenger as part of the standard rental fee. Some businesses also provide dry bags or safety whistles, but you should bring your own sun protection, water, and quick-drying clothing.
Do I need prior paddling experience to rent a kayak?
Flatwater rentals on lakes or quiet bays generally do not require prior experience, and staff usually provide a brief safety orientation before launch. Guided trips or river runs with rapids may recommend or require basic paddling skills, so check age and experience guidelines before booking.
How much does a typical kayak or canoe rental cost?
Hourly rentals on flatwater typically range from $15 to $30 per hour for a single kayak, while double kayaks and canoes cost slightly more. Half-day or full-day river trips with shuttle service often cost between $40 and $80 per person.
How to shrink wrap a boat?
To shrink wrap a boat, cover support structures with protective padding, lay the shrink film across the hull, heat-shrink it with a heat gun, and add ventilation ports. For large vessels or professional weatherproofing in Tennessee, check the 110 marine service providers cataloged on MarinaAtlas.
What is a marine survey?
A marine survey is a detailed inspection of a boat's hull, mechanical systems, and overall condition conducted by a certified surveyor. Across Tennessee, MarinaAtlas indexes 110 qualified marine operators and survey specialists to assist buyers and insurance companies.