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Best Places to Go Kayaking
Where to go kayaking in the US and beyond: regions compared by paddling style, how to find spots near you, launch rules, and tips for planning your first trip.
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Kayaking Destinations
6 guides, starting with Best Places to Go Kayaking.
Best States for Kayaking: Top Paddling Regions Compared
Compare the best states for kayaking by paddling style, season and skill level, from Florida springs to Alaska glaciers, plus notes on registration and whitewater.
Cumberland Island Kayaking: Routes, Tides and Camping
Plan a paddling trip to Cumberland Island, Georgia: how to get there, guided tours vs paddling yourself, tides, camping permits, wildlife and safety basics.
Kayaking the Inside Passage: Route Planning and Wildlife
Plan a kayak trip along the Inside Passage: route length, direction and timing, resupply, tides and weather, bears and whales, permits, and guided options.
Kayaking to Catalina Island
Can you kayak to Catalina Island? Learn about the open-water crossing risks, safer rental and tour options in Avalon and Two Harbors, and ferry and camping basics.
Kayaking Weekend Getaways: Easy Trips for Short Breaks
Plan a kayaking weekend getaway with destination ideas across the US, guided and all-inclusive options, a sample two-day itinerary, and packing and booking tips.
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