Neuse River

We all know that the Greenway system in Raleigh has really raised the level of outdoor recreation in the area. And since much of it is centered around the Neuse River, I’d say it’s time we all start using and protecting this asset as much as possible.
I mostly use the river for canoeing (as I did today), and it’s always a blast. For canoes, kayaks, and tubes you have a few options for getting on the river. I bought my own canoe, but you can always rent at Paddle Creek, but honestly, it’s over-​priced. If you want to go once, then stick with them, but if you like hitting the river with regularity, then buy a boat — they’re not too expensive. Or, you can grab some tubes, but make sure you get the sturdy black ones.
I generally launch at the dam or, if I don’t want to do quite as long of a trip, I’ll put in at Capital under the bridge. You can float down to Horseshoe Park or all the way down to Anderson. It’s about 3 hours from the dam Horseshoe and about 5 from the dam to Anderson.
It’s quiet, full of wild-​life and wonderfully peaceful.