Terrapin Outdoor Center is located on beautiful Terrapin Creek in northeast Alabama
Alabama’s Largest Paddlesports Specialty Shop
Serving paddlers needs on Terrapin Creek and throughout the southeastern United States since 1995. Our showroom is overflowing with new canoes, kayaks, SUP’s, paddles, PFD’s, and accessories from the top names in the industry. Whatever your paddling preference, TOC has the boat and gear that’ll be just right for you.
Family owned & operated with over 55 years of experience in outdoor retail sales. You can always expect fast, friendly, courteous customer service, knowledgeable advice—and a good deal!
Latest News & Updates
- A Legend Never DiesIt happens more often than you may think—a boat that we sold many years ago makes a full circle and ends back up in our hands. This 2011 Mad River Legend 16 (Olive) is one of those boats. Yes, it needs a little rinsing off but is in great shape and has been stored properly… Read more: A Legend Never Dies
- Outta BankIt’s been a good while since we’ve had enough rain to see Terrapin Creek rolling like it is today. It edged toward 7,000 CFS this morning and appears to have peaked. Perfect time for a new whitewater yak from Terrapin Outdoor Center in Piedmont, AL. See inventory ⤵️. Questions? Call (256) 447-8383. DAGGERWe have some… Read more: Outta Bank

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Along with Dagger, Perception, Esquif, Wenonah, Werner Paddles, Bending Branches, Aqua Bound, Accent, Adventure Technology, Carlisle, Astral, Yak Attack, NRS, Anchor Wizard, Ketch, Newport Vessels and more!
Store Hours*
Wed-Sun 9am-5pm
Mon & Tue CLOSED**
*Closed Easter, May 27-28, Labor Day, Sep 1-11, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day
**Open Memorial Day
Questions? Need more info? Call (256) 447-8383
Kayak Rentals & Shuttle Service
Terrapin Outdoor Center is “The Original” outfitter on Terrapin Creek since 1995! There’s nothing better than a quiet peaceful float down Terrapin Creek. Clean clear water, beautiful scenery, great fishing, abundant wildlife, and enough moving water to keep things interesting. Everyone is welcome! Individuals, small groups, large groups, families, churches, schools, scouts, military, law enforcement, businesses, companies, corporations, organizations, etc. Call to arrange a trip!
Prepaid advance reservations required by phone. Call (256) 447-8383
