Promoting the development and enjoyment of Tennessee trails.
This is an EASY beginner friendly place to kayak.Please make your own reservation online – https://smoothrapids.com or call 931- 452-9251 They offer different float lengths to suit your needs and they have a great restaurant (see menu online) on the river too!Trip choices Short-#1 or Long-#2
#1-Pepper Branch Park to Smooth Rapids- Barren Fork River / 2 miles trip length / float time 1 hour duration
#2-Smooth Rapids to VFW – Barren Fork River to the Collins River / 6 miles trip length / float time 4–5-hour duration—
Prices #1- Single kayak rentals (one person): $29
#2- Single Kayak rental $49
#1- Tandem kayak rentals (two people): $49 #2- Tandem kayak rental $79
#2- Shuttle service only (this option is available to those who bring their own kayak) $20
Included· Paddle· Life vest· Shuttle to and from the start point.
Depart from Crossville’s Tractor Supply at 8:30am CDST and drive to Smooth Rapids Outfitters 1 hour 10 minutes. Or meet at Smooth Rapids Outfitters located at 245 Durham Street McMinnville, TN 37110 by 9:45 to check in and sign waiver. Float Trips will depart at 10:00
#1- They will shuttle you to Pepper Branch Park then you float back to Smooth Rapids Outfitters
#2- Launch from Smooth Rapids Outfitters then float to the VFW and be shuttled back to Smooth Rapids Outfitters.
What to bring· Shoes with a heel strap or water shoes· Swimming attire – you might get wet· Change of clothes and towel· Bug spray, Sun protection: hat, sunscreen, shades· Dry bag or box for your phone, keys, wallet, etc.· Bring lunch for #2 and stop for a picnic along the river. Cancellation policy Once you reserve their equipment, they block that inventory off exclusively for you. If you need to cancel, then this is their policy:· More than 48 hours in advance – full refund· Between 24-48 hours – 50% refund· Less than 24 hours – You can reschedule to a different date. They do not issue refunds for no-shows or weather. In severe weather cases, they offer rain checks that never expire.
Please text Stacy once you have registered so she knows how many with be taking each trip. Any questions just send her a text. 210-772-8020
210-772-8020