Paddling events in North Carolina

Name: Upper Nantahala and Cascades Releases (NC)
Start: 2027-09-26
End: 2027-09-26
Location: Topton, North Carolina

11 upcoming events in North Carolina: 9 dam release, 2 clinic / course. See North Carolina paddling rules before you go.

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November 2026 3 events

Cheoah River Release (NC)

Sat, Nov 7 · 8:00 AM–4:00 PM ETRobbinsville, NCDam releaseKayakCanoeSource: American Whitewater · checked Oct 26, 2026

Planned water release listed by American Whitewater, for experienced whitewater kayakers and canoeists. Flows can change, so confirm with the organizer before driving out.

Event page: American Whitewater ↗
Source: American Whitewater · last checked Oct 26, 2026

Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring Skills Course

Sat, Nov 14 · All dayBeaufort, NCClinic / courseKayakSource: ACA · checked Oct 26, 2026

Instruction for kayakers, run by an organizer or instructor. Registration and prerequisites are on the organizer's page.

Event page: American Canoe Association (ACA) ↗
Source: ACA · last checked Oct 26, 2026

Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring Skills Course

Sun, Nov 15 · All dayRadio Island Public Beach Access, Marine Drive, Beaufort, NCClinic / courseKayakSource: ACA · checked Oct 26, 2026

Instruction for kayakers, run by an organizer or instructor. Registration and prerequisites are on the organizer's page.

Event page: American Canoe Association (ACA) ↗
Source: ACA · last checked Oct 26, 2026

April 2027 2 events

Upper Nantahala and Cascades Releases (NC)

Sat, Apr 17 · 10:00 AM–4:00 PM ETTopton, NCDam releaseKayakCanoeSource: American Whitewater · checked Oct 26, 2026

Planned water release listed by American Whitewater, for experienced whitewater kayakers and canoeists. Flows can change, so confirm with the organizer before driving out.

Event page: American Whitewater ↗
Source: American Whitewater · last checked Oct 26, 2026

Upper Nantahala and Cascades Releases (NC)

Sun, Apr 18 · 10:00 AM–4:00 PM ETTopton, NCDam releaseKayakCanoeSource: American Whitewater · checked Oct 26, 2026

Planned water release listed by American Whitewater, for experienced whitewater kayakers and canoeists. Flows can change, so confirm with the organizer before driving out.

Event page: American Whitewater ↗
Source: American Whitewater · last checked Oct 26, 2026

June 2027 1 event

Upper Nantahala and Cascades Releases (NC)

Thu, Jun 17 · 4:00 PM–7:00 PM ETTopton, NCDam releaseKayakCanoeSource: American Whitewater · checked Oct 26, 2026

Planned water release listed by American Whitewater, for experienced whitewater kayakers and canoeists. Flows can change, so confirm with the organizer before driving out.

Event page: American Whitewater ↗
Source: American Whitewater · last checked Oct 26, 2026

July 2027 3 events

Upper Nantahala and Cascades Releases (NC)

Wed, Jul 7 · 4:00 PM–7:00 PM ETTopton, NCDam releaseKayakCanoeSource: American Whitewater · checked Oct 26, 2026

Planned water release listed by American Whitewater, for experienced whitewater kayakers and canoeists. Flows can change, so confirm with the organizer before driving out.

Event page: American Whitewater ↗
Source: American Whitewater · last checked Oct 26, 2026

Upper Nantahala and Cascades Releases (NC)

Fri, Jul 16 · 4:00 PM–7:00 PM ETTopton, NCDam releaseKayakCanoeSource: American Whitewater · checked Oct 26, 2026

Planned water release listed by American Whitewater, for experienced whitewater kayakers and canoeists. Flows can change, so confirm with the organizer before driving out.

Event page: American Whitewater ↗
Source: American Whitewater · last checked Oct 26, 2026

Upper Nantahala and Cascades Releases (NC)

Fri, Jul 30 · 4:00 PM–7:00 PM ETTopton, NCDam releaseKayakCanoeSource: American Whitewater · checked Oct 26, 2026

Planned water release listed by American Whitewater, for experienced whitewater kayakers and canoeists. Flows can change, so confirm with the organizer before driving out.

Event page: American Whitewater ↗
Source: American Whitewater · last checked Oct 26, 2026

September 2027 2 events

Upper Nantahala and Cascades Releases (NC)

Sat, Sep 25 · 10:00 AM–5:00 PM ETTopton, NCDam releaseKayakCanoeSource: American Whitewater · checked Oct 26, 2026

Planned water release listed by American Whitewater, for experienced whitewater kayakers and canoeists. Flows can change, so confirm with the organizer before driving out.

Event page: American Whitewater ↗
Source: American Whitewater · last checked Oct 26, 2026

Upper Nantahala and Cascades Releases (NC)

Sun, Sep 26 · 10:00 AM–5:00 PM ETTopton, NCDam releaseKayakCanoeSource: American Whitewater · checked Oct 26, 2026

Planned water release listed by American Whitewater, for experienced whitewater kayakers and canoeists. Flows can change, so confirm with the organizer before driving out.

Event page: American Whitewater ↗
Source: American Whitewater · last checked Oct 26, 2026

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Events come from public calendars: American Whitewater, the American Canoe Association, USA SUP and Paddling 101. We list facts only and link to each event page. Dates, flows and prices can change; confirm with the organizer before you go.