River Canoeing

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The Best Canoe Rivers

They don't call it "Alabama the Beautiful" for nothing. The state has the most ecologically and geologically diverse landscapes east of the Mississippi River. One of the best ways to view the state's natural wonders is to grab a canoe or kayak and paddle down one of the state's hundreds of rivers and tributaries. Here are three of our favorite canoe adventur… read more
River Canoe Packing List

River canoeing is an exciting outdoor activity that requires a certain amount of preparation. Pack items ahead of time to help ensure your trip runs as safely and as enjoyable as possible. read more
Rivers in Texas That You Can Canoe on

Paddlers know the Texas terrain offers more than prairies with cattle, oil derricks and windmills. There are challenging and relaxing canoeing opportunities, ranging from true wilderness trips to pleasant weekend jaunts. Paddling down the rivers and streams also provides a unique perspective for sights that might normally go unseen on land. read more
Easy Canoe Rivers in California

The Golden State of California is an ecologically diverse and varied state. From the hundreds of miles of Pacific coastline and many state and national parks, there are limitless opportunities for outdoor activities. California also is fortunate to have many rivers within its borders. Canoeing the many miles of creeks and rivers is a wonderful way of getting… read more
How to Repair Mad River Canoes

Mad River Canoes is one of the world's leading canoe manufacturers. Their canoes are versatile, with more hull designs than any other manufacturer. If you canoe a lot, you understand the abuse even a good canoe can take. Things like rocks in the water, mishaps in transport and outdoor storage can put holes in a canoe and cause the gel coat to wear off. But t… read more

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How to Row a Canoe

Canoeing is a great recreational sport and may be enjoyed by people of different ages. Whether on a lake, pond, stream, or river, canoeing provides the opportunity for exercise, fresh air, and spectacular scenery. Canoes are propelled… read more
How to Canoe on the Imperial River in Bonita Springs, Florida

Though many think of the southwest coast of Florida as a place to go for fun in the sand and opportunities for great shelling, there is a whole wealth of other opportunities to experience. The Imperial River is one of southwest Florida… read more
Pet Friendly Hotels in Birmingham, Alabama

Birmingham Alabama is great Southern city with many activities, and hot spots to visit. It's the home of an exquisite 67.5 acre Botanical Gardens located at the base of Red Mountain, Barber Motorsports Park, and Cahaba River where cano… read more
Eminence, Missouri Motels

Eminence, Missouri is located In the heart of the Missouri Ozark Mountains and the Ozark National Scenic Riverway. Located on the Current River, canoeing, hiking and enjoying nature are accessible. With a population of just over 550 pe… read more
Hotels in Lake Cowichan, British Columbia

Lake Cowichan is a freshwater lake on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. It is popular with kayakers, windsurfers, hikers and boating enthusiasts. Visitors can walk the 20-kilometer Cowichan River Footpath, canoe on the Cowichan River… read more
RV Parks in Harrison, Arkansas

Pull your rig up to an RV resort in Harrison, Arkansas, and then unhitch your car or motorcycles. A beautiful 39-mile scenic drive starts in this small community and winds through the Springfield Plateau and northern part of the Boston… read more
Campgrounds Near Rochester, Minnesota

With the Zumbro River, Root River, Douglas State Trails and the Quarry Hill Nature Center, Rochester, Minn., offers outdoor enthusiasts opportunities for kayaking, canoeing, fishing, hiking, trail-running and biking within the city and… read more
Cottonwood, AZ Area RV Parks

RV campers viviting the Cottonwood, Arizona area will be pleased to find a large number of RV parks. Cottonwood offers many attractions for the outdoors enthusiast, including mountain biking on the 19-mile loop to the top of Mingus Mou… read more
Cabins in West Virginia Near Seneca Caverns

West Virginia offers a wide selection of natural attractions and exciting outdoor activities. Adventure seekers can take on a spelunking challenge to the world's most elaborate and longest stalactite and stalagmite formations at Seneca… read more
RV Parks Near Milford, Ohio

The Milford, Ohio area is RV friendly. Once visitors decide on a park, the surrounding region offers satisfying outdoor opportunities including hiking through old growth forest in the Rowe Woods, road biking along the 26-mile Little Mi… read more
RV Resorts in Thonotosassa, FL

Thonotosassa, Florida, is about 15 miles northeast of Tampa and provides a variety of opportunities for outdoor recreation. There is fishing on Lake Thonotosassa and the nearby Hillsborough River, where canoeing and kayaking are also p… read more
Campgrounds in Leakey, Texas

Leakey, west of San Antonio, is sometimes called "the Swiss Alps of Texas" because of its hills. If you're staying in the Leakey area, you can enjoy dramatic geologic formations and plenty of river-based recreation, both in camp and n… read more
Campgrounds near Little Falls, Minnesota

Little Falls is located in central Minnesota on the Mississippi River, fifty miles northwest of Minneapolis. Campers will find several campgrounds in the area that provide convenient locations for fishing in the Mississippi River or ca… read more
Memphis, Tennessee Five Star Restaurants

Memphis, Tennessee, is a popular destination, especially for outdoor enthusiasts. There is hiking at Shelby Farms and the Wolf River for canoeing. Known as the Bluff City, Memphis also has many fine-dining, five-star establishments tha… read more
Cheap Hotel Rates in Morganton, North Carolina

The city of Morganton is located in Burke County, North Carolina. The city has a charming downtown area with movie theaters, shopping, restaurants and affordable hotels. During the summer months, the city has Friday night free concerts… read more

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