Canoeing in Florida

Canoeing Trips in Florida

Florida contains over 11,000 miles of waterways for you to explore and paddle. It is home to many iconic paddling locations, such as the mangroves, the Keys, and the Everglades. Whether you're looking for a guided trip, kayak rentals, self-guided, day trip, multi-day trip, or anything in between, there's a canoe trip in Florida for you! If you've paddled Florida before, be sure to share your trip with the rest of us!

Planning the trip of a lifetime? Check out these safe paddling tips and always wear your life jacket


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Guide to Canoeing in Florida

Florida paddling has a never-ending list of canoeing trips. Read below for tips and tales of the best paddling in Florida as told by the largest paddlesports community!

  • The Caribbean Sea
  • The Keys
  • The Everglades
  • Paddle through the mangroves

Canoeing Locations in Florida

If you want to plot your own route, check out all paddling locations in Florida! Search thousands of put-in and take-out locations on our Paddling Locations Map and be sure to download the Go Paddling app where you can save favorites or create and share a float plan!

Plan a Canoeing Trip in Florida

Over the years, many of our paddlers have paddled throughout Florida and were so generous to share their paddling experiences with us in a community trip report. Read a few examples of Florida community trip reports below:

Have you paddled in Florida? Post Your Trip and share with the community!

Connect with Canoeists in Florida

Looking to connect with other paddlers in Florida? Below are a number of resources to help get you started:

Canoe Outfitters in Florida

Looking to rent a canoe or go on a guided trip? Check out these outfitters in Florida: