Topics Related to Paddling

Winter Solstice Stillwater Paddle

December 21, 2025, 2pm - 3:30pm
Come out and paddle with us!

Cool Waters Canoeing

December 10, 2025, 1pm - 2:30pm
Join Ranger Fields and enjoy peaceful canoeing on the park’s lake. We will meet at the lake’s bathhouse, go over canoe safety, get fitted with life jackets and paddles, and hit the water. While this is a free program, attendees must have experience paddling. This program is suitable for older ages and may be influenced by adverse weather conditions. To sign up, email Jacob.fields@ncparks.gov.

Canoe Hike

October 25, 2025, 2pm - 3pm
Join a ranger at 2pm for a guided paddle around Jones Lake. This program will be limited to 11 people.  You will need to call the park office at (910)588-4550 to reserve a seat.

Canoe Hike

October 25, 2025, 4pm - 6pm
Join us at Carvers Creek State Park for a canoe lesson followed by a paddle on the swamp.

Canoe Hike

October 15, 2025, 10am - 12pm
Join us at Carvers Creek State Park for a canoe lesson followed by a paddle on the swamp.

Canoe Hike

October 9, 2025, 9:30am - 11:30am
Join us at Carvers Creek State Park for a canoe lesson followed by a paddle on the swamp.

Autumn Morning Paddle

October 8, 2025, 9am - 11:30am
Adventure on the water helps soothe the soul!

"American Beaver" Paddle

September 14, 2025, 4pm - 5pm
Come out and learn about the American beaver!

Full "Corn Moon" Paddle

September 7, 2025, 8pm - 9pm
Come out and observe the Corn Moon while in a canoe!

Morning Paddle On Hanging Rock Lake

September 6, 2025, 10am - 11am
Come out and paddle at the park's lake!