U.S. Kayak Places

Check out our guide to the best places to go kayaking in the USA.
Alternatively, choose a state and see its best kayak places:

Rules and Regulations

What are the kayak laws across the U.S.? Do you need a license to kayak in every state? Does it matter if you use a trolling motor?

Find out on our U.S. kayak rules and regulations section.


Virginia Kayak Laws & Regulations

Virginia Kayak Laws And Regulations

Virginia is home to beautiful scenery, relaxing water trails and an abundance of wildlife, making it an excellent place for a paddling adventure. But before you go, you might want…

Kayaking In Utah

Kayaking In Utah (the 7 Best Spots!)

With as many as five national parks (the Mighty 5), the Beehive State can be a fantastic place for outdoor activities. And with beautiful lakes and scenic rivers, canoeing or…

Indiana Kayaking laws and registration rules

Indiana Kayak Laws And Registration

Indiana is filled with kayaking opportunities, from scenic rivers to beautiful lakes, with something for every level. But before you head off for a paddling adventure, you might be wondering…

Michigan Kayak Laws & Regulations

Michigan Kayak Laws And Regulations

Surrounded by four of the majestic Great Lakes and crisscrossed by countless rivers, Michigan is a kayaker’s dream. However, before you set your kayak afloat, it’s vital to know the…

Kayaking Puget Sound, Seattle

Kayaking Puget Sound, Seattle

Kayaking Puget Sound can be a relaxing, fun and exhilarating experience, depending on where you paddle. With a variety of different locations, most within easy reach from Seattle, there should…

Guide to Kayaking in Colorado

Guide To Kayaking In Colorado

So, you’re looking to go kayaking in Colorado? The Centennial State is the ideal place for outdoor activities no matter what the season. But when the snow melts, kayakers can…

Guide To Kayaking In Georgia - Top Destinations

Full Guide To Kayaking In Georgia

With an ocean on one side and plenty of rivers inland, there are plenty of opportunities for kayaking in Georgia. But where are the best locations? Are there any near a city?…