Kayak Through Chickamauga Dam Lock In Chattanooga
Paddle into Chickamauga Dam’s 120-ft lock on a guided kayak tour
Duration
2.5 Hours
Includes
Kayak, lifejacket, guide
Highlights
Kayak through Chickamauga Dam’s lock and descend as the water level drops from Chickamauga Lake to the Tennessee River. Follow your guide downriver and hear how the dam shaped nearby communities.
- Meet your guide at River Park Boat Ramp
- Paddle into the 120 ft tall lock and watch the gates close behind you
- Descend inside the lock as water drains to match the river level below the dam
- Continue paddling on the Tennessee River with a gentle current downriver
- Learn about the dam’s history and its impact on surrounding communities
What's Included
- Kayak
- Lifejacket
- Paddle
- English-speaking guide
- Group throwbag
- Group towline
- Group first aid kit
- Kayak light
- Neoprene kayaking mittens (fall and winter)
- Drip protection (fall and winter)
- Rainjackets (fall and winter)
Things to know
Ages 7+ and minors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. All trips run on Eastern Time and all participants must sign a waiver. Disclose medical conditions (including inability to swim) to your guide before the trip.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 14 days before for a full refund. 13–4 days before: refund minus $20 per person. 72–49 hours before: 50% refund. No refunds within 48 hours of start. Reschedule up to 48 hours before start at no cost. No-shows are not eligible for refunds or reschedules.
FAQs
Dress in clothing layers for all seasons. In summer, wear synthetic shorts and a synthetic T-shirt with sandals or tennis shoes. In fall and winter, wear a short-sleeve synthetic underlayer, a long-sleeve synthetic layer, and a synthetic jacket, plus tennis shoes or river sandals with a backstrap and synthetic or wool socks. Bring a 1-liter water bottle.
Yes. Minors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Yes. All participants must sign the waiver, release of liability, and indemnification form to participate.
Meeting details
River Park Boat Ramp
