Pittsburgh might not leap to mind when you think of great kayak destinations, but did you know that National Geographic rated the city number three in their lineup of the six best cities for kayakers? The city is located at the confluence of three major rivers, the Ohio, the Allegheny, and the Monongahela. So whether …
Kayaking the waters of Louisiana is a joy. Surrounded by nature, even the nearby Big Easy seems far away. You can choose your paddling style–right in town, out on the Gulf, or winding through the bayous and sloughs. For more kayaking destinations nearby, check out our post on the best places to kayak in Louisiana. …
If you are living in or planning on visiting Maryland and are looking for some excellent places to kayak, Baltimore is the perfect place. With over nine bodies of water, including lakes, creeks, reservoirs, and marshlands, Baltimore is full of kayaking sports for both beginners and kayaking experts. Located conveniently close to the central city …
Central Florida is best known for its clear bubbling springs, which provide a constant flow of 72-degree freshwater to feed the many lakes and streams in the area. The porous limestone that makes up the landmass of Florida is permeated with water in every way—each offering unique paddling adventures for the intrepid kayaker. But there …
Oklahoma is home to over 200 lakes and over 160,000 miles of streams and rivers. So regardless of your location in the great Sooner State, you are always likely close to a water body. Oklahoma is also home to the Famous Boathouse district and lots of fun places to enjoy the outdoors. Plus, the city …
Getting tired of walking or biking around Buffalo? Want a different way to explore the area around the Queen City and still get in a good workout? Go kayaking instead! There are a ton of waterways that criss-cross through the city, so why not give it a try? In this article, we’ll go over the …
North Carolina’s capital city is full of great paddling spots. Two of the state’s biggest rivers flow through the area, the Neuse and the Cape Fear. There are also dozens of lakes, ponds, and creeks totaling hundreds of miles of waterways to explore. With mountains to the west and the Inner and Outer Banks to …
When you think of water sports like kayaking, you probably don’t picture the middle of the Sonoran Desert in southern Arizona as an ideal place for it. Indeed, Tucson, Arizona, is hot and dry for six months out of the year—and warm and dry for the rest of the year. It gets very little rain …
When you think of Washington, DC, you might think of The White House, The Capitol, crowded streets, and busy subways. However, there’s a whole different side of the capital city waiting to be explored. If you crave a change of pace and different perspectives, see the city from a kayak. Paddling in DC offers a …
Colorado is the king of outdoor adventures with some of the country’s most beautiful national parks and scenery. While you may associate Colorado with remote and extreme outdoor activities, there are plenty of nature activities in and around its most populous city, Denver. If you’re looking to enjoy a fun-filled summer in Denver with plenty …