Perry County offers one of the best rivers to go canoeing on, The Buffalo River. The Buffalo River provides an easy flow that allows you to enjoy the nature in the area. There are numerous places to stop along the river for a swim or to enjoy a nice meal on the banks of this scenic river. For the more adventurous types there are stop along there river where you can jump from an overhang or swing for a rope into the deep waters below. There are several canoe rentals in Perry County that offer different views of the beautiful scenery and regal river.
Heath's Canoe Rental
Heath’s Canoe Rental offers you many different floats down the Buffalo Ranging from 3-50 miles and lasting anywhere from 2 hours to 5 days depending on how adventurous you are feeling. With Heath’s you register at their base location and they carry you to an entry point along the river and you stop where you left from so there’s no traveling to the car after you finish your float. For pricing on floats call 931-593-2306. Heath’s is open from April to October 7 days a week, reservations recommended during the summer months but not required.
Buffalo Buds Canoes, Kayaks, and Campground
Buffalo Buds Canoes, Kayaks, and Campground not only offers great canoeing on the Buffalo River but also the option to kayak if that’s more your thing. Buffalo Buds offers a beautiful view of the majestic Buffalo with many places to stop and enjoy a snack or the beautiful scenery surrounding the Buffalo.
Flatwoods Canoe Base
Flatwoods Canoe Base Inc prides itself in being able to tailor-make a day in the sun for you and your group. Just let them know what you would like to do with the time you have, and they will gladly suggest an organized, but flexibly fun day to include casual, or serious-hiking, canoeing, fishing, picnicking, swimming or camping.
