Rob Taylor, founder of Paddle Your State

15 Great Kayaking Spots in Door County and Green Bay, Wisconsin

The best places for kayaking in Door County and Green Bay range from state parks to wetlands on the shores of Lake Michigan. Top spots for kayaking with wildlife, seeing lighthouses and beautiful fall colors in Northeast Wisconsin.

Round Island Lighthouse Mackinac Island Upper Peninsula Michigan

Kayaking Michigan Midwest

Michigan’s Upper Peninsula: Beautiful Kayaking Spots on the Great Lakes

Kayaking on Michigan's Upper Peninsula (the UP) is a beautiful thing to do on a summer trip. From quiet bays on the Great Lakes to beautiful rivers, see what awesome kayaking spots you'll find on the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

Kayaking at Turnip Rock Lake Huron Michigan

Kayaking Michigan Midwest

15 Beautiful Michigan Kayaking Spots on the Lower Peninsula

Kayaking on Michigan's Lower Peninsula is a beautiful way to see the state. From natural areas on Lake Huron to a different way to see Detroit, these kayaking spots and tours are perfect for summer travel.

Blue Crab at Wassaw National Wildlife Refuge Georgia Coast 1

Georgia Kayaking Southeast USA

Best Places for Kayaking on the Georgia Coast

Kayaking Coastal Georgia includes wildlife refuges, historic forts, tidal lands and more. Check out these great spots to kayak on the Georgia coast.

Kayaking on Chesapeake Bay at the Potomac River 1

Kayaking Mid Atlantic Virginia

Kayaking on Chesapeake Bay: Virginia, Maryland and DC Paddling

Kayaking on Chesapeake Bay means paddling the water trails of Capt John Smith and in the crabbing region of the Mid-Atlantic. See where to launch, paddling trails and tours for Chesapeake Bay adventures!

Kayaking at Lake Cushman Staircase Hiking Olympic National Park 2019 4

Kayaking Pacific Northwest Washington

Best Kayaking Spots on the Olympic Peninsula of Washington State

Kayaking on the Olympic Peninsula includes everything from snow-melt rivers to peaceful mountain lakes, from the Strait of Juan de Fuca, to the slow flowing tide of Hood Canal. This guide includes some of the best and most beautiful places to paddle on the Olympic Peninsula.