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Durham History Paddle

Date: Sat, Sep 5, 2026

Time: 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Venue: Falls Lake, Durham

Price:

Category: Outdoors

Do you ever wonder about this history of the area around Durham and Falls Lake? What is the history of the people who used to live on this land below the water we are paddling? Join us as we paddle under I-85 and discuss the human history of the area that is now Durham and Falls Lake.Paddle lasts approximately 3 hours and all paddling equipment is included. Due to the length of this trip this is not a beginner friendly trip.Reservation/Payment must be made prior to arrival.Kayaks are for a SINGLE PADDLER. Canoes are for 2 PADDLERS. This paddle is not appropriate for children under 10 (children under 12 must be in a canoe with an adult).

Raleigh Mom Club — Raleigh, NC

Outdoors · Durham

Durham History Paddle

When
Next Saturday
Sat, Sep 5, 2026
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Where
Falls Lake
Durham, NC
Ages
All ages
Price
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Durham History Paddle
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Schedule

Durham History Paddle runs Sat, Sep 5, 2026, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM.

Getting There

Falls Lake is at Redwood Rd, Durham, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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What to Bring

  • Sunscreen and water bottles — this one's outdoors
  • A blanket or low chairs for staking out a spot

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