Looking to try a new activity or just beat the heat with some family fun? There are several places to fish, kayak and canoe in the Charlotte area even if you don't have the equipment! Many of the locations listed below also offer great hiking, nature centers, and other activities. Children 16 and up are required to have a fishing license. You can purchase a fishing license at this link.
Where to Fish
Cane Creek Park
5213 Harkey Road, Waxhaw: At Cane Creek Park not only can you fish but you can also pedal boat, kayak, camp and mini-golf.
Francis Beatty Park
4330 Weddington Road, Matthews: In addition to fishing, you can kayak and hit one of the best playgrounds in Charlotte.
Mecklenburg Parks
The local park system offers a community fishing program as well. You can visit their website for a full list of parks as well as what each pond is stocked with.
Latta Plantation Nature Preserve
6211 Sample Road, Huntersville: Fishing, kayaks, canoes, and hiking are all available here.
McDowell Nature Preserve
15222 York Road: Fishing, hiking, kayaking and planned activities at the nature center.
Reedy Creek Park and Nature Preserve
2900 Rocky River Road: Fishers here can catch bass and bluegill fish
Where to Canoe and Kayak
No kayak? No problem! Kayaks and canoes are available for rent at all of the places we have listed below.
Anne Springs Greenway
2573 Lake Haigler, Fort Mill: Reservations are required and days are limited for non-members, check their website before you head out.
Cane Creek Park
5213 Harkey Road, Waxhaw: At Cane Creek Park not only can you fish but you can also pedal boat, kayak, camp, and mini-golf.
Various locations on the Catawba river offer a variety of kayaking and canoe options as well as guided tours.
Francis Beatty Park
4330 Weddington Road, Matthews: In addition to fishing, you can kayak and hit one of the best playgrounds in Charlotte.
Latta Plantation Nature Preserve
6211 Sample Road, Huntersville: Fishing, kayaks, canoes, and hiking are all available here.
McDowell Nature Preserve
15222 York Road: Fishing, hiking, kayaking, and planned activities at the nature center.
** As always, please call ahead before you head out!
