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General Jackson Showboat prices include boat cruise, hotel pickup (select hotels), dropoff, lunch or dinner, live entertainment, local taxes. Convenient online booking : 4.5 star reviews! (note: additional food & drinks are extra). Subject to change

While “rollin’ down the river,” you’ll enjoy stunning views, a delicious meal freshly prepared by our chefs and toe-tapping entertainment in our two-story Victorian Theater in the center of the boat.

One of the largest showboats ever built, the grand General Jackson Showboat is an elegant triumph of American ingenuity. With its elegant lacy filigree and stately design, the boat is reminiscent of the opulence of the American Victorian era.

Showboats have long been a colorful part of our nation’s history, and this most unique Nashville attraction epitomizes the grace and grandeur of the Old South.

The General Jackson Showboat is named after the first steamboat to operate on the Cumberland River in 1817 which was named after President Andrew Jackson, whose historic home—The Hermitage—is 15 minutes from the dock.

Built by the largest inland shipbuilder in the United States, Jeffboat, located in Indiana, the General Jackson was launched on the Cumberland River on April 20, 1985.

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Do you love to spend time on the water? Nashville area cruises are the perfect combination of relaxing comfort with adventurous sightseeing. Often beverages are a part of the attraction and viewing the vast green middle Tennessee landscapes will relax the soul. There is something about being on the water that helps slow down a day that is moving too fast. Take a deep breath, and take in the beauty and a view of Nashville that can only be seen from the rivers edge. Visit these sites for find the best Water Tours and Cruises in middle Tennessee. Enjoy Life, Nashville Life!

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General Jackson Showboat Lunch/Dinner Tour

Wine & dine on the General Jackson Showboat!

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• Bus Vehicle Type: Mini bus
• Hour Glass Duration: 4 hours
• Star Outline Must See: The General Jackson Showboat is a must-see for anyone wanting to experience Nashville
• Wheelchair Accessibility: ADA-compliant vehicles are available for most tours if you provide us with a 48-hour notice. After scheduling your tour, please contact our Dispatch Office at (615) 883-5555 to confirm availability.

We believe strongly in the Gray Line Tennessee sightseeing experience. If you’re dissatisfied with your tour, please contact our Customer Service office at 615-883-5555 and we’ll make it right.

Take a Musical Lunch/Dinner Riverboat Cruise in Nashville!

Cruise down the scenic Cumberland River on the General Jackson Showboat, on one of the largest paddlewheel riverboats in the country. Enjoy lunch or dinner and a musical performance in the riverboat’s beautiful Victorian dinner theatre.

Lunch Cruise

A mid-day cruise. This thrilling show includes a delicious lunch and a cruise down the Cumberland River on the beautiful General Jackson Showboat.

Dinner Cruise

What a thrill to cruise the Cumberland River on the beautiful General Jackson Showboat. Your night will include a Las Vegas style show with a dynamic cast of entertainers, elaborate costumes, dancers and a live orchestra. The evening includes a delicious dinner, the show and a three-hour cruise.

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Public River Boat Cruises in Nashville

River boat cruises in downtown nashville, cruise the river on a pontoon party cruise.

Our public cruises are famous in Nashville. It’s hard to beat the unique guided party experiences from our distinguished crew and views only available aboard the Pontoon Saloon. Our public river boat cruises are BYOB and available at various times and will typically host about 40 people per cruise. Each group will be greeted by our licensed USCG Captain & Deck Hand who will help ice down your drinks while you settle aboard the Pontoon Saloon in preparation for the scheduled cruise departure. The bar-style atmosphere is amplified by your Deck Hand bringing hit tunes, entertainment, and engaging games that bring a crowd together on the dance floor. Thanks to our amazing crew, unique boat design, and amazing views, no other party bus or booze cruise knows how to get the party started like the Pontoon Saloon. Aside from the time of day, our public cruises are all similar—each offering BYOB or purchase buckets of beer/seltzer.  

What’s Included

• USCG Licensed Captain & Deckhand
• Party Host, Server, DJ
• 2 hours on the water
• Mimosa Cruise includes juices
• Beer & Seltzer Buckets for pre-purchase
• The best views of Music City
• Ice, cups, coolers, Coke, & water
• Large sound system
• Bar area & Dance Floor
• High-top tables & Stools(we do not have seating for everyone, standing & seated room at tables)
• Koozies, Hats, T Shirts
• Beer & Seltzer Buckets
• Professional Photographer

Departure Locations

Riverfront Dock East — All public cruises will depart from the east bank dock except for event dates noted below or stated otherwise in your confirmation email. Lock One Marina — We reserve the right to change dock locations due to city events. Public Cruises will depart from Lock One Marina on the following dates: April 27th, May 2nd – May 4th, June 6th- June 9th, July 2nd – July 5th, Sept. 5th

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Mimosa Cruise

The USS Mimosa departs each morning before noon. This cruise is the best way to start your day in Nashville. Bring aboard your favorite bottle of Champagne, and we provide a variety of juices for mimosas. This cruise will cure your hangover as you sip on mimosas, enjoy the river breeze, and listen to our curated Pontoon Playlist. Two mimosas later, you’ll be dancing to Cardi B with all new friends and ready for Broadway! This is a bachelorette must-do!

Pontoon Party Cruise

Our afternoon Pontoon Party Cruise is the best activity you can do before hitting Broadway! There is no better place to be on a hot sunny day in Music City than aboard this party barge enjoying a cool breeze and making some great Nashville memories. Grab a friend and come experience it for yourself. Our Deck Hand gets the pontoon party started with a curated playlist, and our famous pontoon dance-off will surely get you moving! Enjoy the beautiful views along the Cumberland River and skyline views of Downtown Nashville.

Sunsets & Skylines Cruise

The evening cruise brings the best nighttime skyline views of Downtown Nashville. Our licensed captains will first cruise downriver for a picturesque sunset view only available aboard the Pontoon Saloon. As the sun sets, drinks flow, and the party starts to hit the dance floor, you’ll be cruising by Broadway soaking up all the city lights. This Nashville river boat cruise is a Honky Tonkin’ blast!

Reviews From Our Guests

It’s a great way to get off Broadway and still have some good ‘ole Nashville fun!!! Seriously so much fun! Beautiful views, awesome crew, clean bathroom and great music.

My bridesmaids surprised me with the boat cruise for my Nashbach! It was the best time ever! Highly recommend this event for any group looking to spend an evening partying on the river!

Went on the pontoon saloon for my bachelorette party. We had a blast!! There were multiple parties with us and we all danced together. At one point we were playing limbo with a broomstick. I do recommend getting there earlier to secure a good spot on the boat. Plus, having the bathroom on board made life so much easier.

We had a team meeting (12 people) in Nashville and took an evening cruise on the pontoon saloon. It was the perfect choice for a group activity as they had dinner and beer as we cruised the Cumberland River. Awesome views of the Nashville skyline!! Andrew was great!

Pontoon Saloon was a great experience! The owner and staff are super cool, the boat was clean and roomy! It was a beautiful day on the Cumberland River even in November! We had a big group, so did the private tour! Highly recommend!

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Cancellation policy.

PUBLIC CRUISE CANCELLATION POLICY

Full refund 14 days prior to cruise departure time. Cancellations within 14 days, no-shows, late for departure are 100% non-refundable, non-transferable. Please contact us as soon as possible and we will do our best to accommodate you on another cruise with a 20% change fee, we understand life happens. The 14+ day cancellation policy applies to any change in the guest count for a reservation. Public Cruises include Mimosa Cruise, Pontoon Party Cruise, & Sunset Party Cruise.

CHANGES TO EXISTING RESERVATIONS

If you need to cancel or make changes to an existing reservation, including adding or reducing the number of people in your party, please email us at  [email protected] . We will not make changes or cancel bookings over the phone.

BYOB ALCOHOL POLICY

We allow Beer, Hard Seltzers, Wine, and Champagne only onboard the Pontoon Saloon. We do not allow beer in glass bottles (cans only) but we do allow wine and champagne in glass bottles. Glass items will be stored behind the bar and we have cups and fresh ice. We do sell buckets of Beer & Hard Seltzer (Miller Lite, Coors Light & Whiteclaw) for pre-purchase. Please plan appropriately , we do not allow the removal of opened cases of beer/seltzer from the boat due to city ordinance. Only unopened cases are allowed to be taken from the boat after your cruise.

WEATHER POLICY

Cruises operate rain or shine since 3/4 of the boat has a covered roof. If Pontoon Saloon cancels due to severe weather we offer a refund of 50% or 100% toward a gift card for use at any future date. We will notify you 1.5 hours in advance if we need to delay or cancel your cruise. We are more flexible during our winter months (November-March) if we have random severe cold weather.

If you need to cancel or make changes to an existing reservation, including adding or reducing the number of people in your party, please email us at  [email protected]  or call us at  (615) 601-1464 .

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General Jackson Showboat Nashville Lunch & Dinner Cruises

A General Jackson Showboat Lunch or Dinner Cruise provides an amazing adventure to those visiting Nashville, TN . This famous paddlewheel riverboat takes guests via the Cumberland River to view the Nashville skyline to enjoy a relaxing cruise, live stage show, and delicious dinner. Whether you are celebrating a date night, birthday, or just want to get in some sightseeing during your Music City vacation, it is a must-have addition to your itinerary.

The Cumberland River is a gorgeous and historic waterway winding throughout Nashville. On whichever trip you choose, you will be able to see some of the most glorious sights in Nashville from a unique perspective. The showboat is equipped with amazing ways to see everything, including balconies and outside decks which allow for beautiful panoramic views of the towering skyscrapers and sparkling lights of the city. During warmer months, you may capture sight of local wildlife as well such as fish and birds. Soak in the fresh air and the unforgettable Nashville skyline scenery on this cruise tour, and don't forget to bring your camera to snap a few pictures along the way!

About the General Jackson Showboat

The General Jackson is one of the largest Nashville boat and river cruises in the country and its dock is found on the Cumberland River. Having launched its cruises in 1985, it has provided quality entertainment, live music, and fun to visitors for more than three decades. It is named after the first steamboat to travel in Nashville in 1817. Thousands of people have enjoyed this famous attraction, which is famous for its stately design and special event cruises, drawing in thousands of travelers every year to view its entertainment options. The boat itself has a lot of stunning features, with a length of 274 feet and a towering height of 55 feet, massive decks, and stunning views.

The Nashville river boat can carry up to 1,037 passengers and 135 crew at a time during max capacity. It also features one of the largest paddlewheels that is 36 feet long and 24 feet in diameter. Just the paddlewheel weighs 36,000 pounds! This massive boat has a total weight of 1,489 tons. It travels at an average speed of approximately 5 - 8 miles per hour. The boat is comprised of four decks, which hold features such as the Heritage Hall, a gift shop, the Victorian Theater with a sit-down dining area and comfortable seating, balconies, and tons of outside viewing opportunities. If you are wanting to enjoy a completely unique experience, make sure to board this fantastic riverboat. Additionally, the beautiful General Jackson Showboat is wheelchair accessible and gives a neat way to explore the Nashville downtown area.

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With tons of viewing space, these themed Nashville cruises offer amazing shows, a good time, mouth-watering food, and an energy that is totally unparalleled by any other boat adventure in the South. Be sure to climb aboard and enjoy live entertainment and downtown sightseeing the next time you visit Music City by booking your General Jackson Showboat tickets today. Whether you want to take an hour cruise, lunch cruise, evening dinner cruise, or just want to get out and see Nashville Tennessee on the river, these cruises offer amazing opportunities for adventures. Be sure to book your hotel lodging to the Gaylord Opryland Resort, go shopping at the Opry Mills Mall, visit the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum or get tickets to see the Grand Ole Opry. Regardless of what you do, you're bound to have a blast on your trip to Nashville! Be sure to book a great Nashville hotel in the area. jackson general general jackson's music city queen riverboat nashville tngeneral jackson showboat seating chart gen jackson boat general jackson seating chart

• What type of parking do you have? The General Jackson shares a parking lot with Opry Mills and there is no charge for parking.
• Approximately how long are the cruises? The entire experience is approximately 2.5 hours long.
• How many decks or levels are there aboard the boat? The boat has four decks.
• What lake or river does the boat cruise on? The boat sails on the Cumberland River.
• How many passengers does the boat hold? The boat holds 1,037 passengers along with 135 crew members.
• What is the dress code? Casual dress for all cruises. Shirts and shoes are required to be worn at all times. No halter top or bathing suit tops are allowed.
• Does General Jackson Showboat Nashville Lunch & Dinner Cruises feature a bar? Yes, there is a full-service bar on deck for all your favorite alcoholic drinks.
• Are alcoholic beverages served at General Jackson Showboat Nashville Lunch & Dinner Cruises? Yes, there is a full-service bar.
• Is the boat air-conditioned? Yes, the interior of the boat is air conditioned.
• What is the policy in case of inclement weather? The boat makes an effort to always sail even during weather-related instances in which the boat may be delayed.
• Are strollers allowed on the boat? Yes, strollers are permitted on board.

• Romaine Iceberg Blend | Parmesan Flatbread Croutons | Crumbled Cheese Curds | Red and Yellow Grape Tomatoes | Heirloom Carrots | Buttermilk Ranch
• Southern Baked Potato Salad
• Dry Rub BBQ Chicken Breast
• Hickory Pit-Smoked Pork Shoulder
• TN Whiskey BBQ Sauce
• Baked Mac and Cheese
• Seasonal Spring / Summer Vegetables
• Root Beer Baked Beans | Slow-Simmered in Brown Sugar
• Parker House Rolls with Cherrywood Smoked Sea Salt
• Seasonal Fruit Cobbler | Cinnamon Streusel Topping with Caramel and Vanilla Cream Sauce

Table Side Salad Romaine and Shredded Kale | House-Baked Parmesan Flat-Bread | Shaved Parmesan, Romano and Asiago | Creamy Caesar Dressing

Plated Surf and Turf Entree

• Pan-Seared French-Cut Chicken Breast | Sun-Dried Cream | Chicken Demi-Glaze | Fresh Herbs
• Low-Country Crab Cake | Jumbo Lump | Roasted Pimentos | House Blend of Spices
• Cumberland Gratin Potato | Gruyere Cheese | Sea Salt and Herb Crust 
• Broccolini | Garlic Herb Sea Salt

Dessert Cheesecake | Fresh Berry Compote | Whipped Cream | Lemon Zest

Please mention at time of reservation. Vegetarian menus, while change each night, are often the same menu as the regular cruise minus the meat. They often include a pasta dish with additional vegetables. 

*subject to change. 

Salad Arcadian Baby Lettuces with Dried Assorted Fruits, Toasted Pecans, Chevre Goat Cheese & White Balsamic Vinaigrette

Main Course

• Braised Short Rib with Merlot Demi-Glace OR Roasted Chicken Breast with Creamy Chicken Demi
• Roasted Steakhouse Potatoes
• Citrus Honey Glazed Carrots
• Buttered Soft Rolls with Cherrywood Smoked Sea Salt
• Apple Cinnamon Crumb Cake
• Oat & Honey Streusel, Sea Salt Caramel Cream

Tea, Coffee, or Decaf Coffee

(Menu subject to change without notice)

• Arcadian Baby Lettuces with Dried Assorted Fruits, Toasted Pecans, Chevre Goat Cheese, White Balsamic Vinaigrette
• Roasted Chicken Breast with Herb Brined, House Spices, Creamy Demi

Tea, Coffee, and Decaf Coffee 

Menu Subject to Change without Notice.

The Riverboat Cruise In Nashville You Never Knew Existed

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The Cumberland River is one of Nashville’s most defining features, and we found a way to see our beautiful city while cruising down this iconic Nashville river. Whether you’re looking for a great way to see the city’s lights from the water or for a romantic and unique dinner-and-a-show experience, this riverboat cruise in Nashville is an experience that no one should pass up. Sit back, relax, and let the lazy waters of the Cumberland River carry you back in time on this old paddle-wheel riverboat.

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Directly across First Avenue is Riverfront Park, created in the early 1980s to commemorate Nashville’s river history. In the 1780s, Nashville’s first settlers came both over land and via the river to settle here along the Cumberland River. Those settlers built a two-acre fort around a freshwater spring and tucked among the cedar trees on the river bluff. A 1930 replica of that first settlement, Fort Nashborough, stands north of Riverfront Park in Bicentennial Park. Also located in Bicentennial Park is Alan LeQuire’s statue of Timothy Demonbreun, an early French Canadian fur trader who settled here, and Puryear Mims’s sculpture of town founders James Robertson and John Donelson. Across the river, but highly visible from Broadway, sits Alice Aycock’s monumental sculpture Ghost Ballet for the East Bank Machineworks, installed in 2007. The artist’s concept combined elements from the industrial heritage of the east bank as well as the modern driving energy of today’s city, and symbolically connects the east bank to the west, unifying the city. *Reconstruction of Fort Nashborough is in process: creating a modern interpretation of the frontier settlement.

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TikTokers find ‘great lead’ in Riley Strain’s Nashville vanishing as city hunts for missing student: friend

A family spokesperson thanked the two tiktok users who found riley strain's card for their 'kindness'.

Missing Riley Strain: Nashville officer encountered college student just before disappearance

New police body-worn camera footage shows a Nashville officer's encounter with Riley Strain just before he disappeared on March 8.

Two TikTok users assisting with the search for missing college student Riley Strain found his credit card near the Cumberland River in Nashville while they were livestreaming, according to a spokesperson for the Strain family.

TikTok users @nobodyleftbehind13 and @annaclendening were filming their search live from Nashville on TikTok along with a third user who helped organize the stream, @rileylively, when they came across the missing 22-year-old man's credit card.

"S---. I found his credit card," one user can be heard saying in the video that was later posted to @livelyriley's account. 

"You found his credit card?" the other user, who is filming from the scene, says. "We found his credit card. We gotta go. We gotta hang up the phone."

MISSING RILEY STRAIN: NASHVILLE OFFICER ENCOUNTERED COLLEGE STUDENT JUST BEFORE DISAPPEARANCE

Authorities released surveillance video showing Strain walking across 1st Avenue North to Gay Street at 9:47 p.m. Friday, March 8. (A Voice for the Voiceless/Metropolitan Nashville Police Department)

TikTokers @nobodyleftbehind13 and @annaclendening were searching for possible evidence of Strain's disappearance along the banks of the Cumberland River on Sunday.

Chris Dingman, a close friend and spokesperson for the Strain family, confirmed to Fox News Digital that the college senior's card was located Sunday in the area between Gay Street and the Cumberland River, where Strain was last seen when he disappeared on the evening of March 8, a Friday.

POLICE FIND MISSING COLLEGE STUDENT RILEY STRAIN'S BANK CARD NEAR NASHVILLE-AREA RIVER

"We did get a great lead yesterday from a TikTok dynamic duo that we are sincerely appreciative of," Dingman told Fox News Digital in a Monday phone call.  "And we're appreciative of everybody that's been out there searching and trying to bring Riley home. They did find this credit card. It was in a location extremely close to where the last ping of his phone was from. It is verified."

Nashville police have been searching for Riley Strain since he was reported missing on the evening of March 8. (MNPD)

Dingman noted that the TikTok users were "doing a live broadcast" when they found the card partially buried under some leaves.

LUKE BRYAN'S NASHVILLE BAR SAYS COLLEGE STUDENT HAD 1 ALCOHOLIC DRINK, 2 WATERS BEFORE REMOVAL, DISAPPEARANCE

"Immediately, they took the broadcast down and reached out and, luckily, we had some other TikTokers and some friends and family that were in that area that were watching them… because they're all watching each other, seeing what they can find. Found them. Actually, found some police that were walking some canines in that area about 100 yards away from there."

"Immediately, they took the broadcast down and reached out." — Chris Dingman, family friend

They also found a second card that looked like some kind of common access card (CAC) with the name Caden on it. Dingman said as of now, it's unclear whether there is any kind of connection between that card and Strain's disappearance. 

Police say Riley Strain was kicked out of Luke Bryan's Nashville bar on March 8 and no one has been able to locate or get in touch with him since. (Metropolitan Nashville Police Department)

"These young ladies literally went out and made sure that the family was OK with what was going on beforehand," Dingman said. "Hats off to those young ladies for what they did and what they're doing and how they approached this situation with kindness. We sincerely appreciate it."

Dingman added that the discovery of Strain's card has given his family "a thousand more questions than answers," but they are glad they "have a lead."

NASHVILLE POLICE, FAMILY OF MISSING COLLEGE STUDENT SPEAK TO HOMELESS PEOPLE NEAR RIVER WHO MAY HAVE SEEN HIM

The family friend also described Strain's disappearance as "the perfect crime," if a crime was, in fact, committed.

"How does a 6-foot-5, blond-haired, blue-eyed guy vanish? I mean, he literally vanished," Dingman said.

Riley Strain's mother, Michelle Whiteid, and stepdad, Chris Whiteid, speak during a Tuesday afternoon press conference. (FOX 17 Nashville)

On Tuesday afternoon, Strain's family spoke at a press conference and requested more resources for the search for their son. David Flagg, national director of operations for the United Cajun Navy — which formed after Hurricane Katrina to assist with disaster response — also announced Tuesday that the organization has been assisting with the search for Strain and will be providing a hovercraft and a pilot to run it on the Cumberland River.

"With everything that's gone on in the past few days…we feel that we need the extra resources to come in and help us as we try to get more organized for our family and see if we can bring some more clues to light," Strain's stepfather, Chris Whiteid, said during the press conference. He thanked volunteers and authorities for their help in searching for his stepson.

Recently released police bodycam footage shows Riley Strain greeting an officer on March 8, just before he was reported missing. (MNPD)

Strain, a student at the University of Missouri who was studying finance, was visiting Nashville for his faternity's spring formal trip. He had been out on Broadway drinking with friends at Luke Bryan's downtown bar called Luke's 32 when staff asked him to leave.

On Monday, Nashville police released a video of Strain greeting a police officer on Gay Street while the officer was checking parked vehicles for signs of a reported vehicle burglary just before the college student disappeared.

"Shown was Riley's brief exchange of greetings w/ Officer Reginald Young on Gay St., south of the Woodland St. Bridge, on the night of 3/8. Riley did not appear distressed. Officer Young was there on a vehicle burglary call & remained on that portion of Gay St. for 45 min," police said on X. "No video has been discovered that shows Riley away from Gay St after the 9:52 p.m. timeframe."

Riley Strain was last seen at Luke Bryan's bar in downtown Nashville just before 10 p.m. on March 8. (Google Maps)

Luke's 32 said in a statement that it served Strain one drink before staff asked him to leave.

"At 9:35 p.m., our security team made a decision based on our conduct standards to escort him from the venue through our Broadway exit at the front of our building," the bar said in a March 15 statement. "He was followed down the stairs with one member of his party. The individual with Riley did not exit and returned upstairs."

Police also showed the family a video of Strain at Luke's 32, Dingman said, adding that there was no "physical altercation with anybody in the bar, male or female."

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"That's what really surprised the family – when we found out that he was asked to leave in the first place because Riley's not very confrontational and very courteous and a gentleman," Dingman said.

Missouri student Riley Strain, 22, has been missing since March 8 after he disappeared in downtown Nashville. (The Metropolitan Nashville Police Department)

TC Restaurant Group indicated that they are working closely with authorities in the search for the missing college student.

After leaving the bar, Strain told his friends that he would head back to their accommodations at Tempo by Hilton, which is about five blocks away from Luke's 32, as FOX 17 first reported.

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When his friends did not see him again at their hotel later that evening, they filed a missing persons report, Strain's cousin, Chelsea Strain, previously told Fox News Digital.

"My family left as soon as they heard the news, along with his dad and stepmom. He is not one to leave and not call anyone," she said. "I talked to him every week, if not every other day, to check on him. He talks to his mom more than once a day. All of us are worried. My family, along with his dad, stepmom and step-siblings, all just want him home. We want to hold him and love him. We want to watch him graduate in May at Mizzou. He has a bright future ahead of him."

Audrey Conklin is a digital reporter for Fox News Digital and FOX Business. Email tips to [email protected] or on Twitter at @audpants.

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Dangers of the Cumberland River: How water depth, current and temperature impact people

As Tennessee authorities continue their search for missing University of Missouri student Riley Strain this week, the Cumberland River has become a key setting in the unfolding drama.

But, is the Cumberland River really dangerous?

The Office of Emergency Management has launched boats on the river twice as part of a coordinated search for Strain, 22, with the Metro Nashville Police Department. The university student was last seen Friday walking near Gay Street and 1st Avenue , according to Nashville Fire Department spokesperson Kendra Loney.

His friends reported him missing the next day.

The area where Strain was last seen was in a brushy area with cliffs that would make it nearly impossible for the missing student to have fallen into the river, Loney said, but the failed boat searches on Tuesday and Wednesday have raised some serious concerns about the safety of river, itself, concerns that one Nashville business owner couldn't help but raise.

The Cumberland River spans 688 miles, cutting a path through southern Kentucky and Middle Tennessee before connecting to the Ohio River. It runs through two major cities: Clarksville and Nashville. There are eight dams along the river, and the Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency notes that it is often used by large barges for transporting goods.

Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency Captain Josh Landrum said the Cumberland River presents several dangers to people, especially at night and in cold temperatures.

"Undertows can be present anytime there is wind and strong currents in river systems. However, typically through the downtown area, the river is narrow, and the river current is the greater danger. A strong river current alone could cause even a good swimmer difficulty in getting back to the shoreline if they were to fall in," Landrum said.

Cumberland Kayak & Adventure Company operations manager Dylan Schultz said there are several variables that could cause even more danger for those navigating the river.

Among those issues is how fast the water travels.

Water velocity on March 8, when Strain was last seen, was measured at 3.81 feet per second , according to United States Geological Survey (USGS) data. Velocity peaked at 10:30 a.m. on March 9, when it was measured at 4.0 feet per second.

"Day-to-day, the current varies," Schultz said. His company operates along a three-mile stretch of the Cumberland between Shelby Park and the downtown area. "It's not usually at a level where it is swift, but it would be difficult to swim against the current."

For those who are curious, the Cumberland's current runs west and northwest through Nashville, Schultz noted.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration defines swift currents as those with speeds of up to 8 feet per second.

But water velocity isn't the only factor to consider on the river. Depth is also important.

On March 8, the USGS reported that the river was 24.66 feet deep at 10 p.m. It has since changed, with the water level rising to 20.71 feet as of 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, the USGS said.

Despite those readings, Schultz said much of the Cumberland River is shallow enough to stand in. He estimates the average person can stand in the river anywhere between 10-15 feet from shore.

But, watch out, 'it does drop off quickly," he warned.

Perhaps the biggest challenge someone in the river might face, especially at night, comes from the transportation barges that float along the Cumberland combined with low air temperatures.

On March 8, temperatures were as low as 56 degrees, officials said. Landrum pointed out that water temperatures would have been in the 50-degree range, making hypothermia a possibility, especially if someone is unable to get out of the water quickly.

So far, the searches at the Cumberland have proven unsuccessful as local officials continue to hunt for the missing student.

Strain is 6'5" tall with a thin build, blue eyes and light brown hair.

He was out with a group of Delta Chi fraternity brothers Friday night when he got kicked out of Luke Bryan's bar at about 10 p.m. He hasn't been seen or heard from since.

The bar has said on social media that it is cooperating with authorities to aid in the investigation.

Anyone with information about Strain's whereabouts is asked to call Metro Police at 615-862-8600.

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Missing Student Riley Strain's Bank Card Found Near River in Nashville as Search Continues

Riley Strain has been missing since March 8, when he was last seen walking through Nashville after he was asked to leave a local bar

Abigail Adams is a Human Interest Writer and Reporter for PEOPLE. She has been working in journalism for seven years.

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New evidence has been discovered in the case of missing college student Riley Strain more than a week after he disappeared during a trip to Nashville.

Strain's bank card was found Sunday afternoon “on the embankment between Gay St. and the Cumberland River,” according to a post on X from the Metro Nashville Police Department .

Two women, Anna Clemdening and Brandy Baenen, were sifting through trash along the riverbank when they located Strain’s bank card among “pieces of clothing, shoes, bottles, cans” and more, according to NBC affiliate WSMV-TV .

“I don’t really know how we found it,” Clemdening told the outlet. “I would love to say just dumb luck divine intervention — it was just sitting there.”

Baenen added, “Something needed to be found. We found something. I don’t know if that’s something enough.”

Strain “ was last seen on camera on the Gay St Connector at 9:52 p.m.” local time on March 8, according to police.

Authorities have not yet found any conclusive evidence in the Cumberland River, FOX affiliate WZTV reported. Foul play is still not suspected in connection with Strain’s disappearance.

A body was found in the Cumberland River on Sunday, but the Nashville Fire Department said the individual found in the water did not match Strain’s description, according to WSMV-TV and ABC affiliate WKRN-TV .

Police did not immediately respond to PEOPLE's request for an update on Monday.

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Surveillance footage from the night of Strain’s disappearance showed the University of Missouri student stumbling down the road on March 8, the same night he was asked to leave Luke Bryan 's 32 Bridge Food + Drink restaurant and bar .

There is no footage of Strain past 10 p.m. on March 8, nor has there been any activity on his cellphone, WZTV reported.

The Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission is looking into whether Strain was overserved before he went missing.

In a statement shared with PEOPLE Friday afternoon, the TC Restaurant Group, which oversees Bryan’s establishment, said that it has provided information to help authorities.

“During Riley’s visit to Luke’s 32 Bridge, our records show he purchased and was served one alcoholic drink and two waters," the statement read. "At 9:35 p.m., our security team made a decision based on our conduct standards to escort him from the venue through our Broadway exit at the front of our building. He was followed down the stairs with one member of his party. The individual with Riley did not exit and returned upstairs.”

The TC Restaurant Group’s statement concluded: “Our prayers continue to be with Riley’s friends and family during this difficult time and for his safe return.”

Christopher Whiteid, Strain’s stepfather, recently told PEOPLE that his stepson was traveling with his Delta Chi fraternity brothers to Nashville as part of their annual formal. He is thankful for the attention the case as received, and hopes Strain will be found soon.

"We're looking for you. We are not leaving until we have you. We're going to be with you at graduation...and everything's going to be fine," Whiteid said. "We're going to get you. We know you're out there."

Riley Strain's family invites the United Cajun Navy to look for their missing son in Nashville

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — The search for Riley Strain continues in downtown Nashville. The University of Missouri senior disappeared after a night out on the town 10 days ago. Now his family has asked a search and rescue team to come assist with the search.

Metro Nashville police are once again searching the Cumberland River and homeless encampments near the river. The Cajun Navy will begin their searches later this week. The Cajun Navy usually helps disaster victims after hurricanes and other storms. However, Riley's family contacted them to help find their son.

Watch the press conference from family, police and the Cajun Navy below.

Riley went missing on Friday, March 8, after he was kicked out of Luke Bryan's bar on Lower Broadway. Since then, the bar has claimed it only served him one drink and two waters. Surveillance video of Riley shows him wandering around downtown Nashville, stumbling and eventually hitting his head on a pole and bouncing off of buildings. On Monday, Metro Nashville police released a new video of a very brief interaction between an officer and Riley. Riley answered he was doing OK.

The only physical evidence police have in the case is Riley's debit card found along the Cumberland River by a pair of women wanting to help the case. Police iterated again on Tuesday there has been no evidence of foul play.

"We feel we need the extra resources as we try to get more organized for our family and bring more clues to light," Riley's stepdad Chris Whiteid said. "We are very grateful for everyone that has done everything so far. We ask that you work and help us as we become more organized. We don't want individuals out there alone without us knowing. We appreciate more than you'll ever know about the outpouring we have received. Our goal is still to bring Riley home. We feel that is still a pliable goal."

Who is the Cajun Navy and what are they doing to help Riley?

The Cajun Navy formed after Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans in 2005.

"We just had a bunch of good ole boys with boats who wanted to rescue people," said David Flagg, national director of operations for the United Cajun Navy. "Fast forward to today, our organization has went to every natural disaster in this country. To touch on the reason we are here, we were contacted by Riley's family and asked to step up and provide resources with this search activity. We have been involved since the first day we heard about it."

The Cajun Navy said they will conduct a ground search as they get their boats into Nashville to search the waterways.

For those wanting to volunteer, you can contact [email protected].

What do police say about the outside help?

Police said they understand the family wanting to bring in outside resources, and they respect any clues or evidence the Cajun Navy might bring forward to the investigation.

However, both police and the Cajun Navy stressed conspiracy theories aren't helping the effort and are using precious resources on rumors.

"We've had people get frustrated with us," MNPD Det. Anthony Chandler said. "We have to weigh every piece of evidence we get evenly. There's a lot of tips that we are getting that are not tips."

The Cajun Navy also stressed safety for those wanting to contribute, including wearing proper clothing, and shoes and understanding the terrain around the Cumberland River, which both the rescue group and police characterized as "treacherous."

"There's a lot of garbage, debris, needles, bodily fluids that are on the riverbanks that you don't want to be exposed to," Flagg said.

The Nashville mayor's office chimed in Tuesday afternoon, saying they offered to meet Strain's family.

"The mayor joins people across the city in praying for Riley Strain's family and for him to be located," Mayor Freddie O'Connell's office said in a statement. "The mayor has committed numerous resources to finding Riley and bringing answers to his family. MNPD continues to update the mayor regularly on the search. Anyone with information is encouraged to call Metro Police. The mayor invited Riley Strain’s family to meet, but out of respect to Riley's family and their desire for privacy, the mayor's office will not be commenting on any discussions the mayor had with the family."

What did Riley's family say?

Riley's family said they are grateful for every single person who has come forward to help find their son.

They said they had no ill will toward the other friends Riley was with at the time of disappearance.

"He's their best friend. We love these boys like our own. It's just as hard on them as it is on us," Strain's mom Michelle Whiteid said.

Strain said asking for extra help emerged from the fact that they were six hours away from Nashville, and the usual resources of family and friends in Missouri, where they know their city and landmarks.

They said they were frustrated but that it wasn't directly aimed at Nashville police, who said they wouldn't stop looking for Riley.

What NewsChannel 5 has covered

We have been following the case of the missing 22-year-old since we heard about his disappearance.

Viewers have sent us surveillance video, which they said they also turned over to police.

We have put together a timeline of Riley's last whereabouts based on those videos and what police have released.

We asked Metro police about his whereabouts before he arrived at Luke Bryan's bar, and they told us that they were only focusing on his whereabouts after he left. We also asked police how many missing persons cases there are in Nashville right now. So far, there are 21 active cases.

Reporter Nick Beres also delved into any issues of liability with our legal analyst, who said it's unlikely that could happen against the bar.

Both Nikki Hauser and Hunter Hoagland have talked with Riley's family throughout the process. We have kept in contact with them about what they know and how they are trying to find their son.

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Body found floating in Cumberland River

Authorities said the body did not fit the description of missing mizzou student riley strain or missing 15-year-old sebastian rogers..

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Crews arrived on the scene after a body was reported floating down the Cumberland River.

The body was reported at around 1 p.m. Sunday in the 1000 block of Cleeces Ferry Road. The Nashville Fire Department said the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency reported the body floating before the Martin Luther King Bridge.

NFD said the deceased person was seen wearing a maroon-colored shirt and did not fit the description of the missing University of Missouri student Riley Strain. His family said the body was not Strain.

The body also did not match the description of missing 15-year-old Sebastian Rogers, according to crews on the scene.

Office of Emergency Management crews have launched a boat with a Metro Nashville Police Department officer on board to recover the body.

TWRA is still on the scene.

This is a developing story, check back for updates.

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UPDATE (March 18) - An autopsy has been performed on the unidentified body of a man found in the Cumberland River Sunday in the Bordeaux area.

According to Metro Police, the autopsy showed no signs of foul play trauma. Police report he is possibly Hispanic and appeared to be in his 30s.

Metro Police say he was wearing black jeans, a gray undershirt, a maroon over shirt, a Puma tennis shoe and a white watch and white necklace. Police add he had a right bicep tattoo resembling a tiger/panther.

According to MNPD, his fingerprints have been sent to the TBI for assistance in identifying him.

BORDEAUX, Tenn. (March 17) - A body seen floating in the Cumberland River in the Bordeaux area has been recovered.

While assisting in the search for Riley Strain , The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency spotted a body floating down river before the Martin Luther King Bridge on Sunday afternoon, according to the Office of Emergency Management, who launched a boat with a Metro Nashville police officer to recover the body.

The body was recovered from the river at the Cleeces Ferry Boat Ramp, west of West Nashville, at 10:45 a.m.

The TWRA said the human remains are in the state of advanced decay.

OEM said the body does not match the description of missing college student Riley Strain, said OEM. The body surfaced wearing a maroon-colored shirt and doesn't match his description.

While there was no planned search for Riley today, OEM said they joined MNPD at the riverfront at their request since they were already on the water.

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Missing college student's debit card found along Nashville river; police share new video

By Emily Mae Czachor

Updated on: March 19, 2024 / 3:42 PM EDT / CBS News

As the search for a college student missing in Nashville continues into its second week, authorities are sharing new clues with the hope of learning more about what may have happened to 22-year-old Riley Strain the night he disappeared. Meanwhile, Strain's family asked the United Cajun Navy, a volunteer organization that mainly assists in natural disaster response scenarios, to join the search as more and more community members interested in the case have themselves become involved in the effort. 

"We feel that we need the extra resources to come in and help us as we try to get more organized for our family, and see if we can't bring some more clues to light," said Strain's stepfather, Chris Whiteid, at a news conference Tuesday afternoon. Strain's mother, Michelle Whiteid, appeared beside him. 

David Flagg, the national director of operations for the United Cajun Navy, also spoke at the conference. He said that the volunteer group lent its services to Strain's case since being contacted early last week by his family, and they have so far provided an airboat and a hovercraft that was expected to begin probing the area later on Tuesday or early Wednesday. 

But, with community volunteers trying to investigate on their own, Strain's family said they wanted to share a public call for individuals to come together and work with the organization instead.

"We're very grateful for everyone that's done everything so far. We ask that you continue. We ask that you work with us and help us to become more organized," said Strain's stepfather. He added: "Our goal is still to bring Riley home."

Flagg reiterated that sentiment. 

"Understanding what's been happening here regarding the search efforts of individuals, we thought it would be a real good idea to organize a structured and organized search activity for this," he said. "I would ask any volunteers that are here and are searching to please come under the umbrella of the United Cajun Navy search."

Strain was last seen on Friday, March 8. Only scattered details about where he went after being kicked out of a Nashville bar that night have surfaced since his disappearance, although some new developments in the case surfaced over the weekend. First, his debit card was found Sunday on an embankment of the Cumberland River, which runs through the downtown area where he was last seen. The card was found by two women who had followed the case and joined the search of their own accord. Then, on Monday, Nashville police shared body camera footage taken by an officer who briefly interacted with Strain that night, in the same general area.

Strain's bank card was found Sunday afternoon along a section of the embankment between Gay Street and the river, Nashville police said in an update posted to social media. Strain had previously been seen in surveillance footage crossing an intersection from 1st Avenue onto Gay Street around 9:50 p.m. ET on the night of his disappearance, after being ordered to leave a bar several blocks from there some 15 minutes earlier. 

Riley Strain's bank card was discovered this afternoon on the embankment between Gay St. And the Cumberland River. The search for him continues. — Metro Nashville PD (@MNPDNashville) March 17, 2024

Police detectives, helicopters and boat crews have been searching that area, including the riverbank, for the better part of 10 days. They had not found any signs of Strain or his belongings before the bank card was discovered, but another video clip released on Monday seemed to corroborate, at least, that he was physically there that night. 

Police body camera footage showed Strain walking alone along a portion of Gay Street that runs parallel to the Cumberland River near the Woodland Street Bridge, Nashville police said in a social media post with the video clip. It was recorded by Nashville officer Reginald Young, who was at that location on a burglary call and remained there for about 45 minutes. The police department did not specify what time it was when Young interacted with Strain, who was walking past him, although they noted in a subsequent social media update that "no video has been discovered that shows Riley away from Gay St after the 9:52 p.m. timeframe."

Strain greets Young first in the footage. The officer then replies and asks, "How are you doing, sir?" 

"I'm good, how are you?" Strain replies, before continuing to walk past. The exchange is fleeting, and Strain does not turn to look at Young in the video.

Shown was Riley's brief exchange of greetings w/ Officer Reginald Young on Gay St., south of the Woodland St. Bridge, on the night of 3/8. Riley did not appear distressed. Officer Young was there on a vehicle burglary call & remained on that portion of Gay St. for 45 min. pic.twitter.com/z0xeEzeieK — Metro Nashville PD (@MNPDNashville) March 18, 2024

Nashville police said they have not found any evidence suggesting foul play was involved in Strain's disappearance. His parents traveled from Springfield, Missouri, to Nashville after he went missing and "received a full briefing on the work being done" to find him when they met with detectives on Sunday evening, the department said.

Strain is from Missouri and studies at Mizzou, the state university in Columbia. Now in his senior year, he had traveled to Nashville for the weekend with some of his fraternity brothers and booked a downtown hotel not far from the bar where he and his friends were out drinking just before he vanished. 

The bar, Luke's 32 Bridge, is owned by the country music artist Luke Bryan. After the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission announced that it would investigate whether Strain had been "overserved" at the bar, its management company said in a joint statement with Bryan over the weekend that their records show the college student only purchased one alcoholic drink and two waters while he was there. Security at Luke's 32 Bridge ultimately escorted Strain out the bar at 9:35 p.m., according to the statement, which called the order for him to leave "a decision based on our conduct standards."

One of Strain's friends reported him missing about four hours after he was escorted from the bar. Attempts to determine Strain's whereabouts using Snapchat's location feature were not successful, and police said they are still working to learn more from his cell phone records. They said earlier in the investigation that his phone last pinged near a cell tower less than two miles from Luke's 32 Bridge.

Strain is 6 feet 5 inches tall, with blue eyes and light brown hair, and police as well as his friends, family and community members now involved in the search have shared multiple photos of him along with descriptions. Video footage of him taken the night of March 8 showed Strain wearing denim pants and a brown button-up shirt with dark short sleeves and a matching dark front pocket.

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Emily Mae Czachor is a reporter and news editor at CBSNews.com. She covers breaking news, often focusing on crime and extreme weather. Emily Mae has previously written for outlets including the Los Angeles Times, BuzzFeed and Newsweek.

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