Location
2901 Point Mallard Circle SEDecatur, AL
Hours
Open dailyDawn to dusk
Pricing
Starting at $30.View booking calendarfor details.
Equipment
Single Kayak
Double Kayak
Life Vest
Paddle(s)
Dry Bag
Amenities
Public Restrooms
PlayArea
WalkingTrail
BoatDock
FishingPier
PavedParking
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Location Information
Set on 500 acres of Flint Creek shoreline in Decatur, Point Mallard Park is one of North Alabama's premier gateways to the water. Flint Creek feeds the Tennessee River here, and the park borders the Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge — putting paddlers at the meeting point of calm creek water, open river, and abundant wildlife.
An accessible kayak launch and floating dock open the water to paddlers of every skill and ability, connecting to the Flint Creek Exploratory Paddle Area and the 20-mile Flint Creek trail that runs up to the park. Whether you're exploring quiet creek channels or heading toward the Tennessee River, it's a paddling backdrop that's hard to match.
An accessible kayak launch and floating dock open the water to paddlers of every skill and ability, connecting to the Flint Creek Exploratory Paddle Area and the 20-mile Flint Creek trail that runs up to the park. Whether you're exploring quiet creek channels or heading toward the Tennessee River, it's a paddling backdrop that's hard to match.
It is imperative that paddlers stay a safe distance away from the dam. Currents there increase in strength and can be deadly. Paddlers must follow all postings and alerts and use common sense. The local area is known to periodically flood. Floodwaters can rise quickly and are not safe for any form of boating activity.
Park Highlights
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Nearby hot spots
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State of Alabama Boating Rules & Safety Guidelines
All canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards must have one USCG approved wearable Personal Floatation Device (PFD) for each person on board, and all users must wear a PFD at all times.
All kayaks must have a sound signal device on board. Your HIVE PFD has a whistle attached for your safety and convenience.
HIVE rentals must be concluded before dusk. All vessels operating on Tennessee waters after sunset are required to have a white light on board. HIVE PaddleSports kayaks are not equipped with lights.
All participants must correctly wear a USCG approved wearable PFD at all times.
Alabama Boating Rules
All participants must correctly wear one USCG approved PFD at all times.
All kayaks must have a sound signal device on board. Your HIVE life vest has a whistle attached for your safety and convenience.
HIVE rentals must be concluded before dusk.
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What is the HIVE?
100% self servekayak rental kiosk
Paddle and play on any day
We are building an expansive network of waterside kayak rental kiosks so that you can Access Your Adventure™ your way, without having to worry about the equipment.
We provide you with everything you need for a fun and safe time on the water - a single or double kayak, paddles, a life preserver with whistle, and a dry bag for your essentials.
Reserve. Unlock. Paddle.
What is the HIVE?
100% self servekayak rental kiosk
Paddle and play on any day
We've built an expansive network of waterside kayak rental kiosks so that you can Access Your Adventure™ your way, without having to worry about the equipment.
We provide you with everything you need for a fun and safe time on the water - a single or double kayak, paddles, a life preserver with whistle, and a dry bag for your essentials.
Reserve.Unlock.Paddle.
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