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Glide in a clear kayak across Old Hickory Lake from Bledsoe Creek State Park and watch osprey, herons, and turtles through the transparent hull. This small-group tour mixes relaxed paddling with local natural history and sunset views.
Glide in a clear kayak across Old Hickory Lake from Bledsoe Creek State Park and watch osprey, herons, and turtles through the transparent hull. This small-group tour mixes relaxed paddling with local natural history and sunset views.
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Operated by Get Up And Go Kayaking - Old Hickory Lake · Gallatin, Tennessee
The clear hull of the kayak turns the lake into a moving window: submerged snags and darting sunfish slide under your paddle while a great blue heron watches from a low branch. You push off from Bledsoe Creek State Park and Old Hickory Lake opens up — wide water, tree-lined coves, and the steady pulse of powerboats far off in the channel.
moderate.
2–3 hours.
Moderate cardiovascular fitness and basic paddling ability; non-experts can participate with guide instruction.
The experience runs about 150 minutes (roughly 2.5 hours) including a safety briefing and guided paddle time.
No—guides provide a short instruction on basic strokes and safety; a moderate fitness level helps for the duration.
Yes, life jackets are provided and must be worn for the duration of the tour.
There is a maximum combined boat weight of 425 lb and no more than 250 lb per seat; the tour is small-group with operator age and health guidelines—check booking questions for specifics.
Old Hickory Lake was formed after construction of Old Hickory Lock and Dam in the mid-20th century, converting river channels into a managed reservoir used for navigation, power, and recreation.
Stay on designated launch zones, pack out all trash, and avoid disturbing nesting birds; slow paddling near shallow shorelines reduces erosion and wildlife stress.
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