COVINGTON KAYAK FIELD GUIDE
Paddle the Quiet Shoreline: A Day at Lake Moomaw
Operated by Alleghany Outdoors, this all-day rental offers kayaks, canoes, paddleboards and a 10 x 10 floating dock on Lake Moomaw; this guide explains pickup, delivery and multi-day options.
Paddle the Quiet Shoreline: A Day at Lake Moomaw.
Lake Moomaw sits as a largely undeveloped mountain reservoir with 42 miles of shoreline—an expansive, quiet waterway ideal for a single-day outing or an extended camping-based trip. Rentals of paddleboards, kayaks, canoes and even a 10 x 10 floating dock make it simple to spend the day exploring coves and low-traffic bays.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A Remote, Mountain Reservoir with Long Shorelines
Lake Moomaw is a largely undeveloped mountain lake with 42 miles of shoreline, offering broad open water and quiet coves for paddling and floating.
Self-Guided Kayaks, Canoes and Paddleboards
The rental inventory includes kayaks, canoes and paddleboards so you can tailor a day on the water to your comfort and skill level.
A Floating Dock for Relaxing on the Water
In addition to paddlecraft, a 10 x 10 floating dock is available to anchor a midday swim, picnic or simple rest during a full day on the lake.
What the day feels like
What the Day Feels Like
The rhythm is straightforward and self-directed: pick up or receive your rental early, spend a full day moving between open bays and sheltered inlets, and return equipment at the appointed time—or extend your time on the water through the operator’s camping package. The scale of the shoreline rewards slow exploration and gives separate groups plenty of room to spread out.
THE LANDSCAPE
A Remote, Mountain Reservoir with Long Shorelines
Lake Moomaw is a largely undeveloped mountain lake with 42 miles of shoreline, offering broad open water and quiet coves for paddling and floating.
THE FLEET
Self-Guided Kayaks, Canoes and Paddleboards
The rental inventory includes kayaks, canoes and paddleboards so you can tailor a day on the water to your comfort and skill level.
THE LUXURY
A Floating Dock for Relaxing on the Water
In addition to paddlecraft, a 10 x 10 floating dock is available to anchor a midday swim, picnic or simple rest during a full day on the lake.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most out of a Lake Moomaw rental
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Rentals are offered for an all-day period; delivery for day rentals can be arranged to Coles Point by 9 AM with pickup at 6 PM.
Bring whatever personal items you need for a day on the water; the operator provides kayaks, canoes, paddleboards and a 10 x 10 floating dock as rental equipment.
Pickup is coordinated from the meeting location; once booked you will receive directions on how to pick up and return rentals. Delivery to Coles Point is available as an option.
If you want more than a single day on the lake, multi-day rentals are available through the operator’s camping package.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is a standard rental?
Standard rentals are provided for all-day use.
Where do I pick up my rental?
The meeting and pickup location is 1903 Dressler Drive.
Can equipment be delivered to the lake?
Yes—deliveries can be arranged to Coles Point for day rentals; arranged deliveries are scheduled to arrive by 9 AM.
What time will the operator pick up rentals?
For day rentals with delivery, operator pickup is scheduled at 6 PM.
Are multi-day rentals available?
Yes. Multi-day rental options are offered through the camping package.
What craft are available to rent?
The operator offers kayaks, canoes, paddleboards and a 10 x 10 floating dock for full-day use.
How will I know where to pick up and return equipment?
After booking you will receive directions on how to pick up and return rentals.