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Things to do in Nashville

Boating

In the summer months, a wide variety of boats, from canoes and paddleboats to personal watercraft and pontoon boats, can be rented at the gorgeous Percy Priest Lake, just a couple of miles east of Downtown. Buy bait, tackle and fishing licences from the local grocery store and fish in rural splendour. Around 20 miles west of Nashville is Kingston Springs. Here, rent canoes for anything from a couple of hours up to five days. Rates include a shuttle, which takes you upriver to your chosen put-in point. The Harpeth River is incredibly scenic, and not too challenging, though some points call for intermediate skills, and there are a few spots where you'll have to carry the canoe.

Four Corners Marina
Tel: (615) 641 9523.
Website: www.fourcornersmarina.com

Tip-a-Canoe
Tel: (615) 254 0836.
Website: www.tip-a-canoe.com

Horseback Riding

The Tennessee hills are more than welcoming for anyone who wants to saddle up for the day and explore them. There are a few places to rent horses, including Juro Stables, around 15 minutes from central Nashville on the I-40 east. If you’re a little saddle-shy, you can take an hours’ lesson before you hit the trails.

Tel: 615 773 7433.
Website: www.jurostables.com

Swimming

Escape your hotel swimming pool and splash around in nature. Percy Priest Lake is a lovely spot - a man-made reservoir not far from the city and with safe, designated swimming areas. There’s an information centre on shore that has maps showing the best areas for a plunge.

Website: www.tennesseelakeinfo.com

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