Lake Lanier Olympic Park

In 1995, Clarks Bridge Park, located on the north end of Lake Lanier, was selected as the Rowing/Canoe/Kayak venue for the 1996 Summer Olympic Games. Following the Olympics, community leaders and volunteers continued the Olympic legacy, pushing for site improvements and continuing to host local, regional, national, and world-class events.

Today, the LLOP is the only ’96 Olympic venue that is still used for its original purpose. The LLOP serves area youth and adults alike with Rowing/Canoe/Kayak programs. Brenau University Crew, Riverside Military Academy, and Chestatee Academy canoe/kayak club are among the many community clubs that use the facility.

Both the Lake Lanier Rowing Club (LLRC) and the Lake Lanier Canoe & Kayak Club (LCKC) reside in the new boathouse.

The Boathouse at Lake Lanier Olympic Park
The nearly 60,000 square foot, three-story building features a large ballroom, state-of-the-art kitchen, multiple meeting rooms, spacious patios and more, all with a wide open view of the lake. With such amenities to offer, community events, weddings, corporate retreats and more are being booked. For more information on events and booking The Boathouse, visit exploregainesville.org or call 770 297-5477.

LAKE FUN watercraft rentals
Lake Fun watercraft rentals offer a premier boat rental service for kayaks, sups, electric disc and more. Visit their website to book rentals. Walk-ups also welcome. Corporate outtings are also available. See website for details.

Phone: 770-287-7888
E-mail: info@lckc.org
Website: LCKC.org
Address: 3105 Clarks Bridge Rd., Gainesville, GA 30506

Club offerings: Recreational and competitive canoe and kayaking for ages 12 and up. Beginners to masters programs are offered through practices, classes, and summer camps. LCKC also hosts local, regional, national, and international competitions.

2026 Events:
Apr 25 – Gainesville/Hall Dragon Boat Challenge
Jun 27 – 11th Annual Olympic Park Paddle-Mania!
Sep 12 – Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival
Sep 26 – 1/2 Jack
Oct 24 – BRL Fungatta & Paddlefest
Nov 7 – LCKC Fall Classic

Adult Recreational Program – meets once a month for group paddle, 8 am – 10 am
May 9, June 6, July 11, August 29, September 19, October 10.

Headways Program – meets Wednesday evenings from 4:30 – 6:30 PM year-round for kids ages 7 – 17 years old. YMCA membership for January, February, March to cross train on coldest days as necessary.

Beginner Racing League (BRL) – kids ages 7-17 (Olympic Canoe Flatwater Sprint is for kids ages 10-14) to dive into the world of sprint flatwater canoe/kayak and dragon boat. See website for details.
Mar 9 – Open House
Mar 16 BRL begins

Dragon Boat Team – a year-round program that meets Wed Evenings (6:00 – 8:00 pm) and Sat Mornings (10:00 am – Noon).

Summer Paddle Camps

Spring Racing Teams –  groups: High Performance, Olympic Canoe, Developmental I & II, and Masters

Moonlight Paddles – now handled by lake-fun.com