Kayak the Creeks

Imagine gliding through the creek, as silent as the grass around you, coming within feet of egrets and herons, or hearing the call of an osprey circling overhead. The creeks on Bald Head Island are easily accessed by kayak and canoe and experienced naturalists and expert guides can show you the ropes. Even if you’ve never dipped a paddle in the water, you’ll learn to love experiencing nature like this.

The Bald Head Island Conservancy offers guided kayak and canoe tours for individuals and small groups. These tours are perfect for any age or skill level and the Conservancy’s expert naturalists can help identify all of the flora and fauna you see (and trust us, you’ll see a lot).

Sail Shop’s fleet of kayaks and canoes fill the marsh on any given day. Their guides know their way through the creeks and can help beginner kayakers get started. Self-guided tours are also available. Kayak trips with the Sail Shop include paddles on Bald Head, Fishing and No Name Creeks, and some of their most popular tours are at sunset or under a rising full moon.