Paddling Home

We aim to be your top resource for finding paddling trails for kayaking, SUP, canoeing and more. If you need help or a recommendation, always feel free to send us a note and we’ll respond directly and maybe even add more to Paddle Your State.

REMEMBER: YOU are responsible for your own safety when you go out on the water. While we provide suggestions and tips for places we’ve enjoyed paddling or that have been recommended to us by local experts, water and weather conditions are always changing. Kayaking and SUP are an amazing way to explore nature, but safety needs to always be at the forefront of your planning and paddling.

Sea Kayaking in the San Juan Islands 1

Paddling Destinations in North America

From SoCal to Maine, Florida to the Pacific Northwest, find the best rivers, lakes, streams and bays. As always, safety first, so if you see a recommendation from us that looks awesome but you’re unsure about it, be cautious and make sure you have the right gear or a guide.

Expert Paddling and Wellness Tips

It’s great to be a beginner, but it’s also awesome to hear from others and have even better experiences! A big portion of improvement focuses on health and fitness. Get tips for staying active and enjoying time on the water.

Rob Taylor with SUPs on Beach at Peanut Island Lake Worth West Palm Beach Florida 7

Paddling Gear Reviews and Recommendations

Get outfitted with the right gear for every budget. Reviews, favorite online shops and more to get you on the water sooner. And check out our Amazon list for simple gear to make paddling less stressful.

Kayaking, SUP and Rafting Tours

Hiring a guide is a great idea if you’re visiting a new destination. Check out our top tour recommendations! We are a Viator affiliate, so if there’s an opportunity for us to share a guide service that we like AND it’s in the Viator network, we may receive a commission at no cost to you.

Keryn Kayaking at St Augustine Lighthouse at Sunrise on Salt Run St Augustine Florida 14

Born from the need to easily find paddling spots while traveling, PYS is the go-to resource for waterways, tours, tips and all types of paddling equipment. Whether you’re into SUP, kayaking or rafting with a guide, Paddle Your State has you covered!

Paddling Gear Reviews & Recommendations

Taylor Family kayaking by Castillo San Marcos with St Augustine Ecotours Saint Augustine Fl 5

Single, double, inflatable… River, sea, crossover… Everything.

As we test and try paddling gear, we’ll share the latest reviews. Whether you’re looking for a new kayak or SUP, or you need ideas for the right sort of photography gear for paddling, we’ve got it all!

More Destinations we Love

Check out our other site too, because we love to share our adventures and work with locals to help people visit respectfully and create great memories. 2TravelDads.com has been our primary website for 10+ years, so if you need non-kayaking advice or ideas, be sure to check it out!

If you’re interested in having us help tell your local story and partner up to encourage responsible tourism and supporting local businesses, please let us know! We love projects like this and are happy to share.