BLUE HERON CRUISES - Making FUN a Priority!

Blue Heron Cruises of Ashland City, Tennessee (just outside of Nashville) is an awesome adventure for families, birthday parties, church groups, scout groups, and seniors. Come ride the Blue Heron, a true excursion boat that lets you get up close and personal with Tennessee's wildlife! Blue Heron Cruises also offers a Fall Foliage Cruise, where guests can enjoy a leisurely boat ride surrounded by the magnificent colors of Fall!

| 90 Minute Nature Cruise | Kids Adventure Cruise | 90 Minute Sunset Cruise | Harpeth River Cruise | Sycamore Creek Cruise | Fall Foliage Cruise | Private Party Cruise |

| Tour Start Location |Requirements and Special Instructions | Frequently Asked Questions | About Blue Heron Cruise |

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90 Minute Nature Cruise Down the Cumberland River

Immerse yourself in nature as you cruise down the Cumberland River in search of Tennessee wildlife including various species of birds. Be sure to bring your camera to capture those unforgettable moments!

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Kids Adventure Cruise

This cruise is perfect for families looking for an adventure! Share the beauty of nature with your kids and give them an experience they are sure to never forget!

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90 Minute Sunset Cruise

Guests will enjoy this cruise down the Cumberland River as the sun sets in the background. This cruise is perfect for couples in search of a romantic getaway!

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Harpeth River Cruise

Guests will love this leisurely day on the Harpeth River surrounded by wildlife and nature deep in heart of Middle Tennessee!

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Sycamore Creek Cruise

This relaxing daytime cruise lets guests experience the nature and wildlife of Middle Tennessee as you glide down Sycamore Creek. This tour is perfect for families or couples in need of some relaxation!

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Fall Foliage Cruise

Cruise down the Cumberland River as you delight in the season's most beautiful colors! Don't forget to bring your camera!

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Private Party Cruise

Plan your private party or event aboard Blue Heron Cruise. Your guests will surely enjoy a leisurely ride down the Cumberland River and Captain Jim always assures a fabulous time!

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Tour Start Location

Blue Heron Cruises is located at Riverview Restaurant and Marina in Ashland City, Tennessee, just 35 miles northwest of Nashville. They are 25 minutes from Bellevue, 45 minutes from Franklin, 30 minutes from Springfield and 45 minutes from Clarksville.

Click here for specific driving directions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does the boat have a roof?
Yes, two-thirds of the boat is covered. The front section is open to the sunshine.

Do you have a restroom on board?
Yes. Captain Jim installed a very nice full-size flush toilet in 2005. It’s the same as you would find in an RV.

Do you have life jackets?
Yes, absolutely. We have life jackets to fit all ages and sizes, from infants to toddlers to adults weighing 250 pounds.

What happens when it rains?
It depends. If there is light rain, the cruise can continue on schedule. If there is any danger due to wind or lightning, Captain Jim will cancel the cruise. We want everyone to feel comfortable and have a good time.

What do you see on a cruise?
You will always see our favorite, the great blue heron. You are very likely to see several other birds. Depending on the season and the birds’ movements, you could see kingfishers, cliff swallows, bank swallows, American bald eagles, osprey, double-crested cormorants, prothonotary warblers, mallard ducks, wood ducks, wild turkeys, white herons, and Canada geese. Occasionally we see other wildlife such as a deer, raccoon, otter, groundhog or snake.

What ages enjoy the boat? ALL AGES! No kidding! We have had happy passengers as young as six weeks old, and as mature as 98 years old. Young children are usually happier on shorter cruises (90 minutes).

Where do your cruises go?
Some cruises head east (towards Nashville), and others head west (towards Clarksville). Captain Jim sometimes selects the direction based on the current wind, water and weather conditions. Besides traveling on the Cumberland River, you are likely to visit a smaller waterway: Brush Creek, Marrowbone Creek, the Harpeth River or Sycamore Creek. (Please note that we do not travel to Nashville; it would take 3-1/2 hours one way.) Sunset Cruises usually travel through Brush Creek (east) or around Harpeth Island (west); both directions offer terrific views of the sunset.

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About Blue Heron Cruise:

Your Host: Captain Jim

The Blue Heron is a 40 foot, U.S. Coast Guard inspected Pontoon Boat.

Seats 24 people with room to roam!

Life Jackets are available overhead.

Snacks and Drinks are available.

There is a restroom onboard.

Tours travel through over 30,000 acres of Wildlife Refuge.

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