Canoeing · North Carolina
Canoeing in North Carolina
2 outfitters across North Carolina. Ratings, hours, contact details and a map for each, all in one place.
Named lakes and reservoirs
2,113
Rated 4.5+ on Google
2 of 2
Cities
2
Best season
Apr to Nov
Operators
Canoeing operators
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Lakes
Lakes to canoe in North Carolina
- Named lakes in North Carolina
- 231
- Reservoirs
- 1,882
Largest by area
- Lake Norman30,798 acres
- Lake Wylie9,566 acres
- Fontana Lake9,478 acres
- Chatuge Lake6,364 acres
- Persimmon Lake5,915 acres
Source: USGS Geographic Names Information System.
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Resources
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Videos worth watching
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How to Canoe | 3 Key Strokes All Paddlers Should Know
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Learning To Paddle: Episode 1 Basic Canoe Paddle Strokes
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How to Develop Good Technique for Paddling a Canoe
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Golden Rules of Canoeing | How to Stay Safe on the Water
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How to Paddle a Canoe
Texas Parks and Wildlife
Canoe Paddle Strokes with Northern Tier
Northern Tier High Adventure
Guides worth reading
Trip briefs, prep checklists, and how-tos. Free to read.
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How to Paddle Moving Water: Ferry, Eddy Turn & Peel Out Safely
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