From its headwaters in Tazewell to the Tennessee state line, the Clinch is the most bio-diverse of all rivers in the Northern hemisphere – home to the nation’s greatest concentration of rare and imperiled freshwater animals, and second only to the Amazon overall. It’s also considered the Heart of Appalachia’s nature-made waterpark!
From whitewater rafting, leisure kayaking, canoeing, fishing or swimming its waters, to hiking, birding/wildlife watching, picnicking, and camping along its banks, you can discover your own style of adventure on the Clinch!
Retrace the footsteps of the American history. Named for an otherwise forgotten explorer, the Clinch River played a major role in the exploration and settlement of southwestern Virginia. Early settlers made their homes along its eastern shore, while others crossed the formidable flow and explored the wilderness beyond; Daniel Boone among them. The Clinch River is an outdoor classroom covering many different subjects. Get to know the Clinch.
Clinch River Adventures -- Canoe, Kayak, Tube the Clinch
Water adventure starts in St. Paul. Clinch River Adventures offers canoe, kayak and tube rental/guide/shuttle service in and around St. Paul. Their "office" is located in St. Paul on the bank of the Clinch in the old red caboose at the entrance of A.R. Mathews Park.
Visit ClinchRiverAdventures.com or 276.275.4154 for information and reservations.
Clinch Life Outfitters offers kayak rentals, guided kayak tours and guided kayak fishing trips as well as guided bank fishing. All guided tours and fishing experiences include all gear, bait, tackle and equipment. They also carry camping supplies, hunting gear and ammo, Ruffwear dog supplies, fishing tackle and live bait. You'll also find wide selection of vintage items including clothing, books and collectibles that are geared toward the outdoors.
Visit ClinchLifeOutfitters.com or 276.608.6907 for more information.