Cleece's Ferry Old Hickory Blvd

Cleece's Ferry on Old Hickory Boulevard provides access to the Cumberland River in the Nashville area. The Cumberland River at this location is a major waterway with significant flow, averaging over 39,000 cubic feet per second. This is a substantial river system with a stream order of 8, indicating it's a major river comparable to the Mississippi or Missouri. Boaters should be prepared for moderate current conditions, as the river maintains an average velocity of 4.43 feet per second with a noticeable gradient.

This access point serves the Nashville reach of the Cumberland River, which is used for a variety of recreational boating activities. The river at this elevation is approximately 97.60 meters above sea level and represents the lower portion of the Cumberland's 688-mile length. Given the significant flow rate and current velocity, paddlers should have intermediate river experience. The site provides an important public access point for the Cumberland River's recreational corridor.