Paddling southeast from Redkneck beach, we head towards the Castle Hayne Riviera . The river narrows as we pass through the old railroad trestle and turn east. The river is a continuous turn towards the north. About 3 to 4 miles in we will paddle past the old cement plant, where The Crow was filmed, this will be your last glimpse of civilization for a while. the river will be lined with budding trees and blooming lilies, there will be osprey and maybe an eagle or two. Due to the curving nature of the course there is almost always a protected shore. We will finish under the hwy 210 bridge with the Lanes Ferry Dock & Grill landing on the left, just a short 100 meter sprint to the finish! 9.9 miles of challenge and beauty. 

Overall it really is a beautiful course. It is definitely not your usual paddle race venue so always has everyone stoked on the Cape Fear River environment! It is an easy put in and take out and we will have security overnight pre race so folks can drop off equipment the night before!