Summer lake adventure at Fantasy Lake Water Park near Raleigh North Carolina

KAYAKING

Kayaking at Fantasy Lake is a laid-back way to enjoy the quarry lake while still being part of the adventure park atmosphere. It is a good choice for visitors who want scenic paddling, family-friendly water time, and a calmer alternative to the inflatable obstacle course.

Kayaking In Wake Forest

General Description

Kayaking is one of the lake activities available at Fantasy Lake Adventure Park in Wake Forest, NC. It gives visitors a calmer way to get out on the water and enjoy the quarry lake without taking on the bigger inflatable water park. Guests can paddle around the lake, enjoy the open water, and take in the scenery from a more relaxed point of view.

What Makes It Special

What makes kayaking at Fantasy Lake special is the quarry lake setting. The water is contained, scenic, and surrounded by trees, rock walls, beach areas, and the activity of the larger adventure park. It is a good option for visitors who want something active but not too intense, and it works well for families, couples, and groups who want to mix a little paddling into their lake day.

Season & Hours

Early May – Late September

9am – 630pm

Pricing

$30 for 2 Hour Session
$45 for 4.5 Hour Session

Booking Information

Visitors should book online before going and complete the required waiver for all participants. Since Fantasy Lake uses timed sessions for many water activities, guests should arrive early enough to check in, get fitted with a life jacket, and be ready for their reserved time. Groups should contact the park ahead of time if they need multiple kayaks or want to coordinate kayaking with other activities.

Need to Know Before Going

Life jackets are required for water activities and are provided by Fantasy Lake. Guests should be comfortable around water and should stay within approved paddling areas. Aqua socks or water shoes are a good idea, and visitors should follow all staff instructions about where kayaking is allowed. Outside food and drinks are allowed, but no glass, alcohol, or grilling is permitted.

BOOK YOUR EXPERIENCE

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OTHER ACTIVITIES AT THIS LOCATION

Kids climbing and sliding on lake inflatables at Fantasy Lake Water Park near Raleigh NC

LAKE INFLATABLE PARK AT FANTASY LAKE NC

Fantasy Lake’s inflatable water park combines a floating obstacle course, junior water play area, splash pad, and designated thrill features into one big quarry lake adventure. It is a great fit for active families, groups, and confident swimmers looking for a fun summer day on the water.

PICKLEBALL AT FANTASY LAKE NC

Fantasy Lake Pickleball Club gives visitors and local players an outdoor court option at the same property as the waterpark and quarry lake. Because access may be membership-based or limited, players should confirm hours, pricing, reservations, and guest policies before going.

Families enjoying the floating inflatable water park at Fantasy Lake in Wake Forest NC

STAND UP PADDLEBOARDING AT FANTASY LAKE NC

Stand-up paddleboarding at Fantasy Lake is a calm, scenic way to enjoy the quarry lake and get a little exercise. It is a good fit for visitors who want lake views, light adventure, and a slower-paced water activity.

Floating obstacle course on the lake at Fantasy Lake Water Park in Wake Forest NC

SCUBA AT FANTASY LAKE NC

Scuba diving at Fantasy Lake gives certified divers and students a freshwater quarry dive site with training platforms, marked areas, and underwater attractions. It is a handy Triangle-area diving option for skill practice, certification work, rescue training, and local fun dives.

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High Mountain Expeditions offers solo kayaks, tandem kayaks and canoes for a relaxed one-to-three-hour paddle down a calm, scenic section of the New River just outside Boone. Rentals begin daily at 9:00 a.m. during the summer season, with the last departure by 3:00 p.m., and include equipment, safety instruction and a return shuttle from the take-out.

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Guests can rent kayaks (as well as canoes, paddleboards, or pedal boats) from the Lakeside Shack—typically at a rate of around $5 per hour—and paddle at their own pace while taking in the views.