North Carolina kayak and canoe launch sites

262 public launch sites in North Carolina from NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. 262 are trailer ramps.

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Waterbodies with the most launches

Intracoastal Waterway (18), Neuse River (12), Roanoke River (10), Cape Fear River (10), Tar River (7), Pamlico Sound (7), Lake Norman (6), Chowan River (6), Northeast Cape Fear River (6), Dan River (6), Pee Dee River (5), Lumber River (5), Yadkin River (5), Lake Hickory (5), Tuckasegee River (4), Fontana Lake (4), French Broad River (4), Falls Lake (4), Lake Gaston (4), Mountain Island Lake (4), Lake Tillery (4), Lake Santeetlah (3), Rhodhiss Lake (3), Roanoke Rapids Lake (3), Hiwassee Lake (3), Contentnea Creek (3), Lake James (2), Croatan Sound (2), Tuckertown Lake (2), Currituck Sound (2)

Launches A to Z

• Apalachia · Apalachia Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Astoria Landing · Roanoke River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Aurora · South Creek · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Avalon Beach · Kitty Hawk Bay · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Avents Ferry Bridge · Cape Fear River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Avey Creek · Lake Santeetlah · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Barkers Creek · Tuckasegee River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Battle Park · Tar River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bear Creek · Bear Creek Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Beatties Ford · Lake Norman · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Beaufort · Taylor Creek · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Belhaven · Pantego Creek · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bells Bridge · Tar River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Big Flatty · Big Flatty Creek · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Black Bear · Lake James · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Blewetts Grave · Pee Dee River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Blounts Creek · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Boardman · Lumber River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bowsertown Road · Croatan Sound · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Brices Creek · Brice Creek · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bricklanding Road · Intracoastal Waterway · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Bridgeton · Neuse River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bridgewater · Lake James Tailrace · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Steps

  Steps to the water

  • Stairs or steps to the water: two-person carry recommended; wheels won't help on steps. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

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  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bringle Ferry · Tuckertown Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Brumley Road · Currituck Sound · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• C J Harris · Tuckasegee River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Cable Cove · Fontana Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Cannons Ferry · Chowan River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Castle Bridge · Rhodhiss Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Castle Hayne · Northeast Cape Fear River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Cedar Cliff · Cedar Cliff Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Cedar Island · Pamlico Sound · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Cheoah Point · Lake Santeetlah · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Chinquapin · Northeast Cape Fear River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Choga Road · Nantahala Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Circle Drive · Badin Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Clarks Creek · Pee Dee River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Coinjock · Intracoastal Waterway · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Columbia · Scuppernong River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Conaby Creek · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Concord Church · Yadkin River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Conley Creek · Rhodhiss Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Cool Springs · Swift Creek · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Cooleemee · South Yadkin River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Cow Pen Landing · Neuse River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Coxs Ferry · Neuse River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Crater Park · Yadkin River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Craven Street Bridge · French Broad River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Creswell · Scuppernong River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Cross Point Landing · Shearon Harris Reservoir · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Crowther · South Yadkin River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Dan River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Steps

  Steps to the water

  • Stairs or steps to the water: two-person carry recommended; wheels won't help on steps. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Find kayaks under 45 lb

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Dawson Creek · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Diggs · Pee Dee River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Donnaha Park · Yadkin River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Double Bluff · Yadkin River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Dram Tree Park · Cape Fear River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Draper Landing · Dan River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Dunbar Bridge · Tar River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Dusty Ridge · Lake Hickory · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Dutch Second · High Rock Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Edenhouse Bridge · Chowan River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Edwards Ferry · Roanoke River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Elwells Ferry · Cape Fear River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Emerald Isle · Intracoastal Waterway · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Engelhard · Pamlico Sound · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Ennis Bridge · South River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Eno River · Falls Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Fair Bluff · Lumber River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Falkland · Tar River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Farrington Point · Lake Jordan · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Fayetteville · Cape Fear River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Federal Point · Buzzard Bay · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Fifth Street Landing · Roanoke Rapids Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Flat Branch · Fontana Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Flat Creek · Tuckertown Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Frying Pan · Alligator River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Gaston · Roanoke River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  Accessible features

  Listed

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Gatesville · Chowan River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Gatlington Landing · Chowan River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: NC Wildlife Boating Access Areas. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

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