GRAHAM KAYAK FIELD GUIDE
Paddling the Haw: Celebrating 20 Years of the Haw River Trail
Rent a single kayak or a two‑person canoe in Graham for the Haw River Thru‑Paddle — flexible 1–3 day rentals with complimentary shuttles to keep your focus on the water.
Paddling the Haw: Celebrating 20 Years of the Haw River Trail.
The Haw River Thru‑Paddle in Graham invites paddlers to join the Haw River State Trail’s 20th anniversary celebration with rented kayaks or canoes from The Haw River Canoe & Kayak Co. Reserve boats for one, two, or all three days of the event, take advantage of complimentary shuttles, and spend your days on scenic stretches of the Haw River.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Scenic Haw River stretches
The thru‑paddle threads scenic waters of the Haw River, offering paddlers the chance to choose how much river time they want across one, two, or three days of the anniversary event.
Flexible rentals and complimentary shuttles
Rentals are offered for 1, 2, or all 3 days to suit your schedule, and shuttles for paddlers and boats are complimentary whether you rent from the operator or not—letting you focus on launching and paddling.
Simple, dependable boats for the event
The rental fleet includes single‑seater sit‑on‑top kayaks with limited cargo space and 15–17‑foot canoes that seat up to two paddlers—choices that suit solo paddlers and pairs on multi‑day stretches.
What the day feels like
What the thru‑paddle feels like
Whether you book a single day or the full three‑day stretch, the experience is straightforward: pick up or reserve a boat through The Haw River Canoe & Kayak Co., register for the Haw River State Trail event, launch into scenic river reaches, and rely on complimentary shuttle service to move you and your boat between put‑ins and take‑outs.
THE ROUTE
Scenic Haw River stretches
The thru‑paddle threads scenic waters of the Haw River, offering paddlers the chance to choose how much river time they want across one, two, or three days of the anniversary event.
THE LOGISTICS
Flexible rentals and complimentary shuttles
Rentals are offered for 1, 2, or all 3 days to suit your schedule, and shuttles for paddlers and boats are complimentary whether you rent from the operator or not—letting you focus on launching and paddling.
THE FLEET
Simple, dependable boats for the event
The rental fleet includes single‑seater sit‑on‑top kayaks with limited cargo space and 15–17‑foot canoes that seat up to two paddlers—choices that suit solo paddlers and pairs on multi‑day stretches.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental setup serves best.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Rent boats for 1 day, 2 consecutive days, or all 3 days to match how much of the thru‑paddle you plan to join.
Kayaks are single‑seater sit‑on‑tops with limited cargo space; canoes are 15–17 ft and seat up to two paddlers—pack accordingly and limit bulky gear for kayaks.
Register for the Haw River State Trail thru‑paddle with Alamance Rec & Parks before making a boat reservation through the operator.
Shuttles for participants and boats are complimentary during the event, whether you rent a boat from The Haw River Canoe & Kayak Co. or not.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Do I need to register before reserving a boat?
Yes — you must register for the Haw River State Trail thru‑paddle with Alamance Rec & Parks before making a boat reservation.
Are shuttles provided?
Yes — shuttles for both paddlers and boats are complimentary during the thru‑paddle, whether you rent from the operator or not.
What are the rental durations and prices?
Kayak rentals: $30 for 1 day, $45 for 2 consecutive days, $60 for all 3 days. Canoe rentals: $50 for 1 day, $75 for 2 consecutive days, $100 for all 3 days.
What types of boats are available?
The fleet includes single‑seater sit‑on‑top kayaks with limited cargo space and 15–17‑foot canoes that seat up to two paddlers.
Can I rent for a single day or the entire event?
Yes — you can reserve boats for one day, two consecutive days, or all three days of the thru‑paddle.
Who operates these rentals?
Rentals are provided by The Haw River Canoe & Kayak Co. in Graham, North Carolina.