Kayaks/Canoes/Paddle Board Rentals
Enjoy yourself by paddling up a gorgeous, flat-water stretch of the Cape Fear River. Get the whole family out in a canoe or give kayaking...
River Tubing
Kayaking/Canoeing/SUP’ing
Cozy Heron Glamping
*The actual trip conditions and/or paddling experience might vary.
River conditions are low, but we have enough water for a variety of activities!
Tubing Express (Recommended): Enjoy hanging out, swimming, and floating with no time limit and no rock gardens to navigate. You can get out at any time. This is currently the best option for a smooth float!
Lazy River Tubing: Expect a slow, ~5-hour trip. The rock garden section is extremely rocky right now, and you will have to walk your tube through it. Choose Tubing Express for smoother float. ⚠️ Strict Footwear Requirement: Secure, closed-toe shoes with a back strap are required. No flip-flops or bare-feet. Lazy River Tubing is not recommended for kids during these low flows.
Hourly Rentals: Perfect for paddling, swimming, and hanging out near the riverbanks at your own pace.
Easy Paddle: A great 2-mile downstream option for a casual paddle trip.
🚫 10 Mile Challenge: The 10-Mile Challenge is temporarily unavailable due to low water levels.
All Deep River Trips: The Deep River is low but running. Expect to have to walk some shallow spots or paddle with your hands (when tubing) to keep moving.
07/02/2026While we offer rentals that let you explore yourself, we also offer adventure options that are ideal for individuals who need a little extra help. Sign up for one of our Intro to Kayaking classes or sign your child up for one of our summer camp sessions. We offer paddle boarding, kayaking, river tubing rentals and more. Glamping lodging is available too, right here onsite! We operate on two rivers conveniently and centrally-located near Raleigh, Fayetteville, Durham, and Charlotte, NC, making our river adventures the ideal solution if you’re looking for something unique and fun to do.
Adventure is around every corner when you choose Cape Fear River Adventures for your next exciting experience. We offer various river activities for individuals, families, and groups that will fit every sense of adventure, from canoe rentals and paddle boarding to river tubing and kayak rentals, all close to Raleigh, Fayetteville, Durham, and Charlotte, NC. Other services we offer include: youth summer camp, covered wagon glamping lodging, and paddling classes. We’re dedicated to helping you make memories that will last a lifetime through unique river experiences that are fun for the whole family.
We are passionate about sharing our love for paddling and the outdoors with our community and visitors alike! We offer Lazy River Tubing and rental of Canoes, Kayaks and Paddle Boards! Covering 25 miles of the upper Cape Fear River with trips from 1 hour to 2 days, flat or whitewater, we have adventures for curious beginners on up to the seasoned outdoorsperson! We also hold several volunteer-powered river cleanup events every season.
