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Broken Paddle Outfitters offers rentals at Montgomery Bell State Park in Burns, TN on Acorn Lake. Prices are by the hour or half day and reservations can be made through the calendar below. Advanced reservations are encouraged but walk-up/same-day rentals are usually available.
You can find us in the boathouse between the Lodge at Montgomery Bell and the swim beach seasonally 7 days a week, 9am-5pm between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Outside of that, we are open on the weekends. Once in the park, follow signs to the swim beach/boating.
Call 615-669-8196 for details!
BPO at Montgomery Bell
Boat Rentals
Hourly & Half-Day Rates
Single Kayaks • Tandem Kayaks
Jon Boats • Pedal Boats • Canoes
Reserve a boat on acorn lake
Select your day and how long you want to rent for below.
- From there you can add everything you need for your group’s trip including different boat types, child life vests (no extra cost), and much more.
- After booking, you will receive an email with a link to our liability waiver, which everyone needs to fill out prior to arrival.
- If you don’t see a boat type for the day and time you’ve selected, it is sold out.
- CALL or just WALK UP TO THE BOATHOUSE for availability of SAME DAY reservations (online reservations can only be made 18 hours in advance)
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FAQ's
- You must be 18yrs old or older to rent.
- Payment in full for all rentals is due at the time of reservation.
- Broken Paddle Outfitters, LLC reserves the right to refuse to any individual(s).
We offer 1 hour and half day rentals. If you would like to reserve a boat for a full day, simply book two half days.
We are in the boathouse on Acorn Lake between The Lodge at Montgomery Bell and the swim beach. Once inside the park, follow signs to the swim beach. It is easier to park in the lot for the swim beach and walk down the hill than at The Lodge.
Canoes (1)
Single Kayaks (4)
Tandem (2 seater) Kayaks (4)
Jon Boats (2)
Pedal Boats (7)
Canoe – 2 adults and 1 child
Jon Boat – 2 adults and 1 child
Pedal Boat – 2 adults and 2 children or 3 adults
Single Kayak – 1
Tandem Kayak – 2
Only if he’s a good boi
You can rent a boat for an hour as late as 4pm. Half day rentals stop at 1pm. All boats must be returned to the dock by 5pm.
- Cancellations made within 24 hours of scheduled trip: full refund
- Cancellations due to high water, lighting, hard rain, or other unforeseen conditions: Rain check or refund.
- All refunds will incur the credit card fees associated with the original booking.
Yes! Acorn Lake has a public boat launch for no fee. We offer life jacket, paddle, fishing pole, bait, and dry bag rentals in case you forget anything.
Damage will be assessed on a case by case basis and the booking party’s card will be charged accordingly. It is very difficult to damage a boat on this lake unintentionally, but we have seen some weird stuff.
Absolutely! Acorn Lake is a 30+ acre flatwater lake and a perfect place for beginners to get comfortable in a boat. There is also a swim beach right next door with water volleyball. We rent beach chairs, umbrellas, and volleyballs as well.
We are open seasonally (weather depending) from April to October. In between Memorial Day and Labor Day, there will be someone at the boathouse 7 days a week 9am-5pm. Outside those dates we are generally open on weekends but call for hours, as it is dependent on middle TN weather patterns.
Absolutely. We encourage prebooking, (especially during the busy months) but walkups are usually available.
No. We encourage you to pick up anything you see and dispose of it properly.
Absolutely
Driving Directions
Contact Us
BROKEN PADDLE OUTFITTERS
Montgomery Bell State Park
(boathouse next to swim beach and The Lodge)
Hours of Operation
- 7 Days a Week
- First Rental - 9am
- Last Rental - 4pm
-All boats returned by 5pm
615-669-8196
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