PADDLE THE PACOLET
May 16th, 2026
Guided Kayaking Trips along the Pacolet River. Bring your own kayak or we will provide one for you.
New to kayaking? Our Half Day and Hourly Rental options are for you! If you’re an experienced kayaker, you can sign-up for our Full Day, 5 hour long trip.
Not a kayaker? We’ll also be offering a 2 hour tubing experience.
You must know how to swim, and lifejackets must be worn while on the water.
All that take part in the trips will receive a t-shirt, snack, and BBQ plate at the event! Don’t want to paddle? No problem! We’ll have live music and entertainment all day for you!
Ready to Paddle the Pacolet? Kayaker registration details are coming soon!
DATE
Paddle the Pacolet will be held on Saturday, May 16th.
LOCATION
Check-in at the Pacolet Fishing Pier, 1461 Sunny Acres Rd.
After check-in, we will shuttle you to one of two launch locations: The first location is Clifton Beach (for those who have their own kayak), 5 hour trip; the second location is Lawson Fork Creek near Goldmine Road for those that have their own kayaks or have kayaked before, we will provide all equipment.
Guides will be placed in locations to assist people along the river.
VENDOR & KAYAKER REGISTRATION
ARE NOW OPEN!
Vendor Registration: Apply Now
Kayaker Registration: Sign Up Here
VOLUNTEER AT THE EVENT!
We need helpers at the event to set up and clean up.
Check out our volunteer opportunities and timeslots here.
You get a free shirt if you volunteer!
SPONSOR THE EVENT!
If you’re interested in sponsoring this event, visit our Event Sponsorship page, or view our Sponsorship Guide and Apply Today!
band lineup
Rock and Roll Union
12:00 – 1:30PM
Tom Crabtree is a retired WSPA-TV anchor and leader of the Spartanburg band “Rock and Roll Reunion.” They’re entering their 32nd year performing classic rock, beach and blues in the Western Carolinas.
Rachel VanSlyke
2:00PM – 3:30PM
VanSlyke’s unique combination of accessible, highly listenable tunes with no holds barred lyrics and a refusal to be bound by conventional genres.
Almost Vintage featuring Chuck Falls
4:00PM – 6:00PM
Enjoy Almost Vintage featuring Chuck Falls covering hits ranging from The Beatles to 90’s bangers, to Goose, and Dawes.
A Special Thanks to This Year’s Sponsors!
Presenting Sponsor
River Sponsor
Paddle Sponsors
Portage Sponsors
In Kind Sponsor
