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    Self-Guided Kayak, Canoe & Paddleboard Trips Near Durham

    Explore quiet coves and narrow creeks at your own pace

    Duration

    Up to 3 hrs

    Includes

    Boat, life vest, paddle

    Highlights

    Explore the Triangle's flatwater on a self-guided, out-and-back paddle. The traveling outpost visits different waterways throughout the season, with the setting depending on your trip date.

    • Look for bald eagles on Jordan Lake
    • Explore tiny creeks barely wider than your boat in the Three Rivers area on the lower Eno River
    • Paddle into the coves at Beaver Dam on Falls Lake

    What's Included

    • Kayak, canoe, or stand-up paddleboard
    • Life vest
    • Paddle

    Important details

    • Solo kayak: ages 14+ only
    • Stand-up paddleboard: ages 10+ only
    • Each canoe requires at least one person aged 14+. The child passenger option is for children under 10.
    • At Beaver Dam's pay-access location, an access charge applies and is not included in the listed price.

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel more than 7 days ahead to qualify for a refund minus $6 or full credit; less than 7 days ahead for full credit. Within 24 hours, no-shows and late arrivals forfeit all fees and credits. Operator cancellations for weather, hazardous conditions or low registration receive a gift card for the full trip value, valid for 1 year. No refunds for weather cancellations.

    Product ID: KM4JPQ

    FAQs

    Yes. A forecast of a 50% or higher chance of thunderstorms, high winds, high or low water levels, or extreme temperatures may lead to cancellation.

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    Solo Kayak

    $47.70

    For one person aged 14+

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    Canoe

    $68.90

    For up to 2 persons aged 14+ and 1 child aged under 10. Each canoe must have at least one person aged 14+

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    Stand Up Paddleboard

    $47.70

    For 1 person aged 10+

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