Float into the Appalachian foothills with guides who bring you to waterfalls, stealthy bass holes and quiet coves. This six‑hour kayak fishing and scenic paddle tour combines local angling knowledge with hands‑on instruction and all gear supplied.
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The paddle slips from your hands with a soft, steady rhythm and the water answers in concentric rings — the lake seems to breathe. Morning mist lifts off pockets of cove and the ridge line beyond Asheville cuts a clean silhouette against a pale sky. Your guide steers toward a narrow inlet, exchanges a few low words about current and structure, then casts a line where rock meets shadow. This is not aimless paddling; it’s guided access to places that otherwise take years of local knowledge to find.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
6 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness; able to paddle and cast repeatedly, climb in and out of a kayak, and sit for extended periods.
Wildlife
History
Rivers here supported Cherokee fishing and later powered 19th-century mills; the waterways shaped settlements and local angling traditions.
Conservation
Guides emphasize cleaning gear to prevent invasive species spread and practice catch-and-release where appropriate to protect fish populations and shoreline habitat.
Reserve your spot on the Kayak fishing guides and scenic paddle tours today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive early to check gear
Show up 15–20 minutes before departure to get fitted for a PFD, inspect your kayak and hear the safety briefing; it speeds launch and keeps the group on schedule.
Use polarized sunglasses
Polarizers reduce glare and help you spot structure and fish beneath the surface, making casting more productive and safer when maneuvering around obstacles.
Hydrate and fuel for six hours
Bring a 1–2 liter water bottle and eat a solid snack before launch; guides provide electrolyte drinks and bars but paddling plus casting consumes steady energy.
Secure tackle and loose items
Use small dry bags or bungees to keep phones, keys and extra lures from becoming accidental floats — retrieving lost gear wastes time and can be hazardous.
Polarized sunglasses
Reduces glare to spot structure and fish below the surface.
summer
Quick-dry clothing
Dries fast if you get splashed and keeps you comfortable for a full-day outing.
summer
Waterproof dry bag
Protects phone, wallet and spare layers from splashes and rain.
Insulating layer or neoprene top
Provides core warmth during cold-weather launches and windy afternoons.
winter