Program Description
This outdoor kayaking program is accessible to people with a wide range of disabilities. Enjoy the fun and serenity of Lake James State Park all while being part of a supportive community. All participants will be in a tandem kayak and paired with an experienced paddler. Our highly trained staff will instruct, support, and encourage you as you meet new people, learn new skills, or further develop your existing ones. If you are new to Waypoint, upon sign-up, a staff member will reach out via phone to introduce themselves, answer any questions and/or concerns, and better understand the supports we can offer to make this adventure a success. We can not wait to paddle with you!
Time
9:30AM-12:00PM
Location/Directions
Lake James State Park Paddy's Creek Boat Launch
2229 Lake James State Park Road, Nebo, NC 28761
Go past the turn for the Lake James Visitors Center. Follow the road to the end to Paddy's Creek Recreation area. There is a large parking lot and you should see a Waypoint vehicle. Look for the green Waypoint signs to follow as well.
Coordinates for the Parking Lot: 35.75106761992116, -81.8772140082334
Conditions
Lake James is a large beautiful lake. The parking lot is paved leading to a sandy beach we will launch from. While the lake is large, there are plenty of protected coves that we will paddle in and explore, limiting our amount of large open water crossings while in our kayaks. There is motor traffic allowed on Lake James.
What to bring
Bathrooms
There are accessible bathrooms near the boat launch and parking area.
Instructors
Shelby Hampton and Heather Waters
Contact Information
Shelby Hampton LRT,CTRS
Email: [email protected]
Cell: 828-329-4196
06/28/2025
Minimum: 1
Maximum: 7
Registration starts on 04/23/2025 and ends on 06/27/2025.
Please contact Waypoint Adventure NC if you have any questions.