We arrived at Anchor High Marina on Christmas Day in the late afternoon. \u00a0We needed to prep some final details including putting away all our luggage and supplies that Scott picked up before he left to come home last week. \u00a0The weather was a balmy 75 degrees F, 22 degrees C and sunny. \u00a0We spent the evening just catching up and enjoying talking about our time at the marina. \u00a0Setting a start up time for 7:00 at the lock we headed to sleep.<\/p>\n
Waking to the sound of the alarm at 6:00 with the coffee on, we got ready to head to the first destination at Old Hickory Lock, a 65 foot drop to The Cumberland River heading west. \u00a0A quick radio call to the lock master left us with a 3 hour wait before we could lock down. \u00a02 tows were ahead of us and locking up. \u00a0So we cleaned windows, set the course for the next few days and had another coffee.<\/p>\n
The wind picked up to the point that there were white caps by the lock that we could see sitting at the marina. \u00a0This was going to be fun trying to lock through in those winds. \u00a0Then, of course, we get the call from the lockmaster that he will wait for us. \u00a0We shove off leaving the beautiful Anchor High Marina ,our new friends and memories, behind. \u00a0We had a great time at Old Hickory Lake this past summer. \u00a0Anyone interested in stopping by Nashville on a side trip on the Great Loop really shouldn’t miss the comraderie of the friends you will definitely meet on Old Hickory Lake. \u00a0Anchor High has transient dockage, all amenities as well as diesel and gas. \u00a0The staff are always welcoming and accommodating.<\/p>\n
Locking through the lock was windy but not too bad in those winds. \u00a0Mainly because we did lock down which is much easier. \u00a0Entering The Cumberland River we see a couple fisherman in boats, a lot calmer winds and beautiful scenery. \u00a0We pass the Grand Ole Opry and the hotels. \u00a0The majestic General Jackson paddleboat is docked at the Opry. \u00a0This portion of the river winds and turns and really feels like you are not going very far. \u00a0The scenery is not a nice as it is when the leaves are on the trees. \u00a0We pass the City of Nashville with the batman building which announces the arrival of the city. \u00a0A unique waterfront city that has so much history in the shipping industry which has now become more a blast from the past with its hotels, bars, and of course, music.<\/p>\n
Next stop is a diesel top up at Rock Harbour Marina. \u00a0They have a 24\/7\/365 gas\/diesel availability with a swipe machine to use the pump at any time. \u00a0Then we’re off to Cheatham Lock on The Cumberland. \u00a0It drops approx 40 feet. \u00a0The winds had died down by now so this lock was relaxed and uneventful. \u00a0The river from here is much more serene and less commercial except for the tows and barges. \u00a0Today we only passed 3 barges and 2 rec boats. \u00a0Mostly the fishermen are out on a gorgeous day with temps in the 70’s. \u00a0The river travels more west on this stretch towards Lake Barkley. \u00a0We pass several bluffs, beautiful mansions, and several blue herons. \u00a0Our end goal is Clarksville Marina at Mile 127. \u00a0A new marina with the city within walking distance. \u00a0Full service marina with laundry, restrooms, fuel, and those city amenities.<\/p>\n
Today we traveled from Mile 216 on the Cumberland to Mile 127 at an average speed of 21 mph. \u00a0The total trip took approx 5 hours including the 2 locks. \u00a0As I sit here writing this blog the winds have picked up, a storm has arrived with tons of rain. \u00a0Sitting here under the aluminum canopy that is everywhere for boating in Tennessee we are thankful we are not anchored.<\/p>\nngg_shortcode_0_placeholder\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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