Here's the third list of great boating options in the National Parks. It contains of few of my favorites. I hope you are enjoying these tidbits of info to wet your appetite for taking a vacation in these beautiful parks. We'd love to hear about some of your favorite parks! Corie Marks
Gates of the Arctic, AK- There are wild rivers in this park just begging to have you kayaking, canoeing or rafting down there spectacular scene-filled surroundings.
George Washington Carver National Memorial-Diamond, MO- the surrounding areas of this park has Chain-O-Lakes, Table Rock Lake and Grand Lake of the Cherokees that offer numerous boating opportunities.
Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve, AK- Sea kayaking and wilderness river rafting are the main boating opportunities found here. All water is very cold.
Glacier National Park, MT- White water canoeing, kayaking, or rafting can be enjoyed on the Flathead River which forms the south and west boundary of Glacier. You can also use fishing boats and motor boats on some of the lakes. Again the waters are very cold.
Grand Canyon National Park, AZ- This park offers whitewater rafting on the Colorado River, but it is better to go with an outfitter. The permits for floating the river can be difficult and take a long time to obtain.
Grand Portage National Monument, MN- Canoeing and kayaking are available in this unique historical park, well worth seeing.
Grand Teton National Park, WY- There are lots of opportunities for enjoying water in Grand Teton National Park. The Snake River flows through the park and features world-class fishing, unparalleled wildlife viewing, and mild rapids. Many of the more accessible lakes are open for a variety of activities. You can run motorboats on the Jenny and Jackson lakes. There is also kayaking, sailing, rafting and scenic cruises available. There is a fee charged for boating.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN- This park offers whitewater rafting through some beautiful scenery. There are also opportunities for tubing the rivers.