Nathan Bedford Forrest Paddling
Warning Alert
Campgrounds, Baseball Field, and Volleyball Court Closed for Renovations
Due to structural renovations, the Happy Hollow and Lakefront Campgrounds, the baseball field, and the volleyball court are closed. We anticipate a reopening of all areas in early 2027. Please watch our alerts and our social media accounts for the most updated information.
Thank you for your patience and understanding. If you have any questions, please contact the park office.
GPS Information
To get the most direct route to our Park Office when using GPS, please use the park address - 1825 Pilot Knob Road Eva, TN 38333. If you use the park name, it sends you to the back gate which is the long route, depending on your starting point, and there is no cell phone reception.
Paddling at Nathan Bedford Forrest
Kayaks may be rented at the Park Office or at the Pilot Knob Interpretive Center for use on Kentucky Lake.
Rental includes one adult life jacket, one child-size life jacket, and paddles.
Kayak and SUP Rentals
Stand-up paddleboards (SUPs) and single-person kayaks are rented at the office. You will receive a code to unlock your kayak. Rental includes one adult life jacket, one child-size life jacket, and paddles.
Tennessee state law requires that properly sized Coast Guard Approved Personal Floatation Device (PFD) must be onboard each vessel. Non-swimmers must wear a PFD at all times. Children under the age of 13 must wear a PFD and be accompanied by an adult at all times. Each kayak is 10 feet long and is designed to accommodate one person up to 275 pounds. Standup paddleboards can support one rider up to 225 pounds.
Rates
Kayak: $30 full-day
Paddleboard: $30 daily
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