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Kids Canoeing on Flat Water

Flatwater Kayaking

A relaxing way to spend a day or enjoy a scenic Catawba River sunset, and a great experience to share with the entire family...

No experience or skill is required to enjoy one of the region's most beautiful outdoor settings.

Discover the natural beauty of the river on your own, or with our staff guided tours.

Our staff is well versed in paddling safety as well navigating the river and its creeks, while pointing out interesting native plants and wildlife along the way.

What to Do

  1. Check the pass activities schedule and trail status
  2. Print and sign the waiver form to bring with you (or you may fill one out when you arrive)
  3. Select a guided or self-guided trip
  4. Report to the Kayak Check-In before heading to the river

 

 

 

 

 

 

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DEGREE OF DIFFICULTY
Beginner

QUALIFIER

General:
All Ages

  • We recommend not paddling alone
  • We offer guided trips to anyone interested
Self Guided
4 - 8 years old
  • With adult in a tandem boat (some boats can fit up to 3 guests)
9 years and beyond
  • Maintain sight of dock at all times
  • May be expanded based upon conditions-
    • Water Releases
    • Wind
    • Cold Temperatures
    • Guest Size
    • Guest Strength
    • Guest Experience
  • Exceptions to guidelines made as warranted

 

DURATION
Up to 2 hours *

GEAR REQUIREMENTS
Comfortable clothes
Footwear
Kayak **
Personal Flotation Device (PFD) **

REMINDER
Bring water

PURCHASE
AllSport, CoolSport or OneSport Pass
** gear rental included

* After 2 hours, please return equipment. If you would like to flatwater kayak a second time, please return to kayak check-in.