Tennessee RiverLine Celebrates Official Launch

Tennessee RiverLine Celebrates Official Launch

With cheers, confetti and a christening of 60 kayaks bound for river communities, America’s next great regional trail system has been officially launched.

On May 21, 2021, in a celebration on the banks of the Tennessee River, the Tennessee RiverLine launched its public phase, moving from concept to implementation.

This regional initiative for a 652-mile paddle-hike-bike trail all along the Tennessee River has now moved from critical research and concept planning to public outreach, events, grants, equipment and infrastructure investment. This momentum reflects the essential support from principal partners, UT Knoxville and Tennessee Valley Authority, and the support of many other partners.