Harpeth River State Park And The Nashville Harpeth River
by Sarah Clark
Nashville has long been a tourist destination, especially for lovers of country music. While this is the case, there are also natural areas which most visitors overlook. For example, the Harpeth River State Park and The <a href="https://www.tip-a-canoe.com/river--trip-info.html">Nashville Harpeth River</a> can often provide a full day of fun. In addition, the beauty of the lower stream has also won the attention of, and been recognized by, the Tennessee Scenic Rivers Act.
Rising west in Rutherford County, near the town of College Grove, the lower portion of the stream has been designated a scenic river. Whereas, the upper stream has been polluted for over 30 years. Locals tend to believe the pollution stems from an old lead smelting plant where automobile batteries and other parts were melted during the 1950s and 1960s.
The upper stream flows west into Franklin, the county seat of Williamson County. Franklin, being a small town which has been considered a suburb of Nashville since the 1960s. As the Harpeth is the source of community drinking water for the region, residents remain concerned, especially with the stream also being the main site for sewage disposal. In order to avoid illness, most residents have purification systems while tourists are advised to bring bottled water, or water purification products.
While the local drinking water supply is of concern, the Harpeth provides a number of recreational activities to the community and tourists. For, the park is linear in direction and hosts nine access points across 40 miles along the river. In addition to activities in the park, there are also a number of local restaurants, tourist stops and shops located in the area.
Sites include several historic areas, archaeological and natural sites. Popular for hiking, fishing, canoeing and kayaking, the area is often busiest during Spring and Summer months. Canoe access is located at all access sites except for archaeological areas.
The stream is considered a Class I waterway. As such, the flow is appropriate for well seasoned paddlers as well as beginners. Individuals can bring personal kayaks and canoes or rent equipment in Kingston Springs or at some stops along the river.
As the area is prone to flooding and high water, access points are closed during these events. Whereas, it is asked that individuals pay attention and obey all signage with regards to speed limits and trespassing laws. For, most of the surrounding property is private land. If caught in violation of these laws, visitors run the risk of jail time and or hefty fines depending on the actions of the landowner in relation to trespassers.
All access sites and the entire park are rated for day use. As such, there is no overnight parking or camping allowed. By planning a trip to the park based on operating hours, visitors can avoid being locked in the park overnight. If this were to occur, individuals would not be able to leave the park, unless discovered by a park ranger and asked to do so, until the park reopens the next day. By following these and other posted rules and regulations, locals and tourist can often have a great experience whether on or off the water while at the park.
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Title: Harpeth River State Park And The Nashville Harpeth River
Author: Sarah Clark
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