Kayaking has a language all its own. Although you might not speak it fluently you will definitely understand it when you enjoy a day of paddling around Lake Hartwell. Beautiful vistas, fascinating wildlife and friendly faces make a day on Lake Hartwell something to be enjoyed by the whole family. If you don’t own a kayak, don’t worry. Lake Hartwell has several locations that will be glad to rent you one and provide you with helpful instructions and safety tips so that you get the most out of you day safely. Come and dip a paddle with us today. We will be glad to see you!
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Broad River Outpost 7911 Wildcat Bridge Road State Rd 281 Danielsville, GA 30633 www.broadriveroutpost.com 706-795-3242 Canoe and kayak rental for use on the Broad River which has a “Wild and a Mild” section to choose from. |
Sandy Creek Park 400 Holman Rd Athens, GA 30607 www.sandycreekpark.com 706-613-3631 On Lake Chapman, opened Tues. through Sun., hours vary by season), park entrance fee is $2 per person (kids under 4 and seniors are free) and disc golf fee is $1 per person. This pleasant park has a beach, playground, fishing pier, tent camping sites, dog runs, picnic area, horse trails, boat ramp, hiking trails, disc golf course, seasonal inexpensive canoe, kayak and paddle boat rentals; basketball and tennis courts. |
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Wildwood Outfitters At bridge on Hwy 384, 13 miles South of Helen www.wildwoodoutfitters.com 800-553-2715/706-865-4451 Reservations required Rental rafts, canoes, kayaks, shuttle, parking and guided trips |
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South Carolina Clemson Region |
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Outdoor Adventures 157 Old Greenville Hwy (off Rte. 93) Clemson, SC 29631 864-653-9007 Closed Sun. Rent a kayak or canoe. |
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Nantahala Outdoor Center 851 A Chattooga Ridge Rd. Mountain Rest, SC 29664 www.noc.com 888-905-7238 or 800-232-7238 Guided rafting trips, kayak and canoe instruction |
Table Rock State Park 158 E. Ellison Lane (off Hwy 11) Pickens, SC 29671 www.southcarolinaparks.com 864-878-9813 10 miles of hiking trails, 2 stocked lakes (loaner poles available at the visitor’s center), rental kayaks, swimming area in lake, playground, picnic area, store, cabins and campsites for rent The park’s trails start at the small nature center. The Carrick Creek trail is a moderate 1.9 mile loop, the Pinnacle Mountain Trail is a strenuous 3.3 mile hike and the Table Rock Trail is a strenuous 3.5 mile hike to the top of the mountain. |
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Chau Ram County Park US Hwy 76 North, near Westminster www.scmountainlakes.com/uploads/Experience/Parks 864-647-9286 7am to dusk On Chauga River, 40 foot waterfall, suspension bridge, swimming, picnicking, hiking, biking, tubing, canoeing, kayaking (four major sets of rapids lie within the park waters), fishing and camping |
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