Kayaking in Ohio
Kayaking Trips in Ohio
With almost 4,000 square miles of water in the state, Ohio has many great options for getting out on the water! Find kayaking trips in Ohio for every level of kayaker. Whether you're looking for a guided trip, kayak rentals, self-guided, day trip, multi-day trip, or anything in between, there's a kayaking trip in Ohio for you. If you've paddled Ohio before, be sure to share your trip with the rest of us!
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Guide to Kayaking in Ohio
With ten designated river trails and state parks, Ohio has plenty of water miles ready for you! Read on for guides to planning your own kayaking trip to Ohio, seeking out an outfitted trip, connecting with other Ohio paddlers, and many other resources! Find info on popular Ohio paddling destinations such as:
- Little Miami River
- Hocking River
- Lake Erie
- Big Darby Creek
- Ohio River
Kayaking Locations in Ohio
If you want to plot your own route, check out all paddling locations in Ohio! 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 Kayaking Trip in Ohio
Over the years, many of our paddlers have paddled throughout Ohio and were so generous to share their paddling experiences with us in a community trip report. Read a few examples of Ohio community trip reports below:
- Lake Erie Islands in Ohio
- West Branch of the Cuyahoga River
- Vermilion River
- Sandusky River
- South Bass Island
Have you paddled in Ohio? Post Your Trip and share with the community!
Articles about Ohio Paddling
The Great Lakes: A Little Slice of the Sea
Deep in the heart of North America, surrounded by forest and field, there is an ocean. A vast inland sea containing nearly a quarter of the world's fresh water — enough to flood the lower 48 states to a depth of almost ten feet — the Great Lakes contain upwards of 35,000 islands, and their 10,000 miles of shore rival that of the US ocean coastlines.
Connect with Kayakers in Ohio
Looking to connect with other paddlers in Ohio? Below are a number of resources to help get you started:
- Check out the Paddling.com Message Boards
- Paddle with the Ohio Paddlers
Kayaking Outfitters in Ohio
Looking to rent a kayak or go on a guided trip? Check out these outfitters in Ohio:
- Breakaway Excursions - Mantua, OH
