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With sheltered marsh creeks and wide coastal rivers, New Bern is a paradise for kayakers, canoeists, and stand-up paddleboarders. Here is how to navigate the best water access points across Craven County.
Top Kayak Launches
Lawson Creek Park: Features an ADA-accessible kayak launch dock with direct access into calm marsh channels or out toward the Trent River confluence.
Union Point Park: Ideal launch spot for scenic downtown paddles along historic riverfront docks and the Neuse River bridge.
Get full launch maps and park info in our Lawson Creek Park Kayaking Guide.
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