Most all pleasure boats cruising between mid-America and the Gulf of Mexico or other distant places enjoy the waterway. It is not only the shortest route but also the safest and most scenic. Part of the Tenn-Tom cruise includes the Kentucky and Pickwick Lakes of the Tennessee River, one of the most beautiful boating experiences in the country. Hunting Thousands of acres along the waterway are devoted to public hunting. Along with a permit from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, all state and federal laws apply while hunting on these public lands.
Deer hunting is limited to bows, muzzleloaders, and shotguns with slugs.
Other hunting includes waterfowl, turkeys, and small game. The waterway's region boasts many interesting cultural events and historic sites. Friendliness and southern hospitality toward visitors are a way of life.