River Run Outfitters

River Run Outfitters Explore Norris Lake & Melton Hill Lake with River Run Outfitters! We rent kayaks, paddleboards, canoes, water bikes, pedal boats, bikes & e-bikes.

Easy online reservation + local service. Making the Outdoors Accessible for All ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ›ถ๐Ÿ’š

At River Run Outfitters, we believe everyone deserves the chance to explore, connect, and find joy in nature. Thereโ€™s something powerful about paddling across a quiet lake in a kayak or standing tall on a paddle board under the summer sky. These moments build confidence, create healthy outlets, and grow a deep res

pect for the world around us. We proudly serve two beautiful East Tennessee locations: Norris Lake, known for its clear, calm waters and surrounding state park and wildlife sanctuary, and Melton Hill Lake in Oak Ridge, a peaceful spot perfect for paddling, fishing, and family outings.

๐Ÿ’š Thatโ€™s why we proudly offer deeply discounted rates for:
โ€ข Non-profit organizations
โ€ข Youth groups
โ€ข Outdoor-based collectives

We never want cost to be a barrier, especially for young people. If your organization serves youth or individuals in need, please reach out. Letโ€™s get more people outside. Letโ€™s get more people on the water. Letโ€™s protect what we love and paddle together.

Just in time for summer โ€” our new dock and kayak launch system is here!River Run Outfitters is excited to announce that ...
05/29/2026

Just in time for summer โ€” our new dock and kayak launch system is here!
River Run Outfitters is excited to announce that our new dock and kayak launch system is now ready for use, making it much safer, more stable, and more convenient for customers to get out on the water.
This upgrade is part of our continued effort to make our local waterways more accessible and enjoyable for everyone โ€” whether youโ€™re brand new to paddling, bringing the family out for the day, or just looking for an easier way to launch and return.
Come check it out and enjoy a smoother start to your next adventure on the water!
Paddle โ€ข Pedal โ€ข Play
River Run Outfitters
riverrunoutfitterstn.com

Friday-Sunday. Ends at 1pm Sunday
05/14/2026

Friday-Sunday. Ends at 1pm Sunday

Congratulations Lady Vols Rowing!
05/10/2026

Congratulations Lady Vols Rowing!

Notice: Boat launches at Melton Lake will be unavailable on April 18-19 due to a rowing regatta. Alternative launch site...
04/15/2026

Notice: Boat launches at Melton Lake will be unavailable on April 18-19 due to a rowing regatta. Alternative launch sites can be arranged with advance notice; our Norris location will remain operational. Thank you.

Come see us this Easter weekend and help us break in our new JACKSON SINGLE & TANDEM KAYAKS!!Easter Weekend Hours & Deta...
04/03/2026

Come see us this Easter weekend and help us break in our new JACKSON SINGLE & TANDEM KAYAKS!!

Easter Weekend Hours & Details

**Melton Lake Location **Saturday: Boat rentals available starting at 1:30 PM. Due to the rowing regatta. If you want to get on the water we can transport kayaks & SUPs about a half mile down the road & launch, so we do not interfere with the races.
Sunday: 1:00 PMโ€“8:00 PM
Monday: 10:00 AMโ€“6:00 PM

Bike rentals will also be available all of these days.

Norris Location
Our Norris location remains open and is operating through our self-serve kiosk. Please check our website for detailed instructions on how it works, or give us a call with any questions.

We hope to see you on the water this weekend.

New at River Run Outfitters!We now have two youth-size 24-inch mountain bikes available for rent.Perfect for young rider...
04/01/2026

New at River Run Outfitters!

We now have two youth-size 24-inch mountain bikes available for rent.

Perfect for young riders who want to join the adventure, explore the area, and enjoy the outdoors on a bike that fits them better.

Book your next ride with us at riverrunoutfitterstn.com or call 865-209-4367.

Paddle. Pedal. Play.

The snow should be long gone.๐Ÿ˜ƒ
03/16/2026

The snow should be long gone.๐Ÿ˜ƒ

12/26/2025

Closed for the Winter. See everyone in March!

๐Ÿ‚ Thursdays at Melton Hill Lake are for Homeschool & Group Adventures! ๐Ÿ‚This fall, Thursdays are reserved for homeschool...
09/22/2025

๐Ÿ‚ Thursdays at Melton Hill Lake are for Homeschool & Group Adventures! ๐Ÿ‚

This fall, Thursdays are reserved for homeschool families, field trips, and large group events. Itโ€™s the perfect way to combine outdoor learning, fitness, and fun all in one day!

โœ… Dedicated day just for homeschoolers & groups
โœ… Kayak & paddleboard rentals available
โœ… Great for classes, outings, and field trips

๐Ÿ“ Melton Hill Lake โ€“ Only
๐Ÿ“ฒ Call in Advance at (865) 498-9951
๐Ÿ“ฉ Email in Advance at [email protected]

Contact us today to plan your group adventure!

New at Norris Lake: Self-Serve Kiosk Rentals!Our Norris Lake location now has a self-serve kiosk; perfect for spontaneou...
09/15/2025

New at Norris Lake: Self-Serve Kiosk Rentals!

Our Norris Lake location now has a self-serve kiosk; perfect for spontaneous paddling trips.

โœ… Rent single & tandem kayaks or paddleboards instantly
โœ… Open daily, 8 AM โ€“ 7 PM (all boats returned by sundown)
โœ… Simple step-by-step instructions

๐Ÿ“ฒ Pro tip: Download the ShareKayak app before you arrive for a quicker check-in.

๐Ÿ‚ ๐…๐š๐ฅ๐ฅ ๐‡๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ฌ ๐€๐ซ๐ž ๐‡๐ž๐ซ๐ž! ๐Ÿ‚๐Ÿ“ ๐๐จ๐ซ๐ซ๐ข๐ฌ ๐‹๐š๐ค๐ž- Self-Serve Kiosk: Open daily, 8 AM โ€“ 7 PM (all boats returned before dark)- Staff...
09/08/2025

๐Ÿ‚ ๐…๐š๐ฅ๐ฅ ๐‡๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ฌ ๐€๐ซ๐ž ๐‡๐ž๐ซ๐ž! ๐Ÿ‚

๐Ÿ“ ๐๐จ๐ซ๐ซ๐ข๐ฌ ๐‹๐š๐ค๐ž
- Self-Serve Kiosk: Open daily, 8 AM โ€“ 7 PM (all boats returned before dark)
- Staffed Rentals / Book Ahead: Friday & Saturday 10 AM โ€“ 7 PM, Sunday 11 AM โ€“ 7 PM
โ— Please call or email to confirm availability before booking online.

๐Ÿ“ ๐Œ๐ž๐ฅ๐ญ๐จ๐ง ๐‡๐ข๐ฅ๐ฅ ๐‹๐š๐ค๐ž
- Thursdays reserved for Homeschooling & Group Events (call or email to arrange ahead)
- Friday & Saturday: 10 AM โ€“ 7 PM
- Sunday: 11 AM โ€“ 7 PM

Come enjoy crisp fall air, colorful views, and plenty of time on the water! ๐Ÿ›ถ

Address

695 Melton Lake Drive
Oak Ridge, TN
37830

Opening Hours

Friday 10am - 7pm
Saturday 10am - 7pm
Sunday 11am - 7pm

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