Kayaking in Alabama
Kayaking Trips in Alabama
The Alabama Scenic River Trail has designated 650 miles of water trail that travels from the mountainous northeastern part of the state to the Gulf of Mexico! With about 5,300 miles of additional miles of waterways connected into it, paddling opportunities abound! Find kayaking trips in Alabama 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 Alabama for you.
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Guide to Kayaking in Alabama
With over 23 lakes and its own water trail, Alabama sure has a kayaking trip for you. Search through the info below to find details on popular spots like:
- Styx River
- Tallapoosa River
- Choctawatchee River
- Perdido River
- Big Escambia Creek
Read on for guides to planning your own paddling trip to Alabama, seeking out an outfitted trip, connecting with other Alabama paddlers, and many other resources!
Kayaking Locations in Alabama
If you want to plot your own route, check out all paddling locations in Alabama! 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 Alabama
Over the years, many of our paddlers have paddled throughout Alabama and were so generous to share their paddling experiences with us in a community trip report. Read a few examples of Alabama community trip reports below:
Have you paddled in Alabama? Post Your Trip and share with the community!
Articles about Alabama Paddling
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Connect with Kayakers in Alabama
Looking to connect with other paddlers in Alabama? Below are a number of resources to help get you started:
- Check out the Paddling.com Message Boards
