The Red River is a major tributary of the Cumberland River.  It runs through Northern Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky, notably through Adams and Clarksville, TN. This is one of Tennessee's best kept paddling secrets! The Red River is beautiful with a relaxing flow and a few gentle rapids. Unlike many other rivers, there are smaller crowds and you will rarely see other groups on the water. As an added bonus, since the Red River has a large watershed, you never have to carry your boat if the water levels are low due to low amounts of rain, which is especially important towards the end of the summer.