Renowned as the second oldest river in the world, the New is a National and State Wild and Scenic River. North Carolina maintains three parks along the river, each a day's canoe ride apart for primitive riverside camping and picnicking. Local outfitters: New River Outfitters, 800/982-9190; Wahoo's Adventures, 800/444-7238; Zaloo's Canoes, 800/535-4027.