NC’s freshwater lakes and rivers have become favorite recreation spots for both visitors and residents alike. Whether you crave a whitewater adventure down the Nantahala or New Rivers, a fun-filled day on one of our many piedmont lakes, or a quiet kayak ride on the Lumber or Cape Fear Rivers, North Carolina has a wealth of wet and wild fun waiting for you.
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