Kayaking Near Lenoir, NC

30 paddling locations within 50 miles of Lenoir.

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green and brown trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime

Castle Bridge

North Carolina · 9.2 mi

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a river running through a forest filled with lots of rocks

Conley Creek

North Carolina · 9.5 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Rhodhiss

North Carolina · 11.2 mi

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white canoe on river surrounded by trees

Johns River

North Carolina · 11.4 mi

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green and brown trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime

Gunpowder

North Carolina · 12.4 mi

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a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Lovelady

North Carolina · 13.4 mi

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person riding blue kayak on lake during daytime

Wittenburg

North Carolina · 14.7 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Dusty Ridge

North Carolina · 18.6 mi

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A body of water surrounded by trees and grass

Unnamed Ramp

North Carolina · 19.4 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

NORTH BEND

North Carolina · 19.9 mi

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a couple of birds that are in some water

Linville River

North Carolina · 20.3 mi

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person riding blue kayak on lake during daytime

Oxford

North Carolina · 20.3 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

BRIDGEWATER

North Carolina · 20.5 mi

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green and brown trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime

Smithey's Creek Park

North Carolina · 21.3 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

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North Carolina · 21.7 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

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North Carolina · 22.9 mi

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green and brown trees beside lake under blue sky during daytime

Canal Bridge Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 22.9 mi

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a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Hidden Cove Public Boat Access

North Carolina · 23.4 mi

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person riding blue kayak on lake during daytime

Black Bear

North Carolina · 26.6 mi

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a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Lookout Shoals

North Carolina · 27.1 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

TODD

North Carolina · 27.3 mi

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a body of water with trees around it

Sharon

North Carolina · 27.6 mi

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a small boat sitting on top of a body of water

Long Island

North Carolina · 35.1 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

Roan Mountain State Park

Tennessee · 35.3 mi

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two birds perched on top of a tree in the water

Pioneer Landing Campground

Tennessee · 35.9 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a cypress-lined Southern waterway with Spanish moss

ROARING RIVER

North Carolina · 37.0 mi

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a large body of water surrounded by trees

Lake Norman State Park Boat Ramp

North Carolina · 38.1 mi

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a body of water with plants and trees around it

Little Milligan

Tennessee · 38.4 mi

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Kayakers on a calm Southern lake lined with pine trees at dusk

Sink Mountain Access.

Tennessee · 39.0 mi

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a body of water with plants and trees around it

Mallard Cove Road

Tennessee · 39.2 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I kayak near Lenoir, NC?

There are 30 kayak launch points within 50 miles of Lenoir. Popular water body types include lakes, rivers, reservoirs.

What types of paddling can I do near Lenoir?

Near Lenoir you'll find opportunities for kayaking, canoeing, and stand-up paddle boarding. Most locations offer beginner-friendly conditions with public boat ramp access.

Are there free kayak launches near Lenoir?

Yes! Most public boat ramps near Lenoir are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.