Canoeing Trips in Virginia
Between the coastal inlets and the inland lakes and reservoirs, Virginia's paddling destinations are hard to beat! Find canoeing trips in Virginia for every level of canoeist. Whether you're looking for a guided trip, canoe rentals, self-guided, day trip, multi-day trip, or anything in between, there's a canoe trip in Virginia for you. If you've paddled Virginia before, be sure to share your trip with the rest of us!
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Guide to Canoeing in Virginia
This New England State is no exception to the beauty that makes this part of the country so popular! For a great showing of color, get out for a paddle in Virginia when the fall colors are at their peak! Here are a few popular paddling destinations in Virginia:
- James River
- York River
- Lake Chesdin
- Chickahominy River
- Pamunkey River
Canoeing Locations in Virginia
If you want to plot your own route, check out all paddling locations in Virginia! 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 to Virginia
Over the years, many of our paddlers have paddled throughout Virginia and were so generous to share their paddling experiences with us in a community trip report. Read a few examples of Virginia community trip reports below:
Connect with Paddlers in Virginia
Looking to connect with other paddlers in Richmond? Below are a number of resources to help get you started:
- Check out the Paddling.com Message Boards
- Paddle with the Wandering Women Of RVA
Canoe Outfitters in Virginia
Looking to rent a canoe or go on a guided trip? Check out these outfitters in Virginia:
- Shenandoah River Outfitters, Inc. - Luray, VA