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The 10 Best Kayaking & Canoeing in Austin, Texas (TX)
Every year thousands of hipsters, groupies, and die-hard fans flock to Austin for the annual South by Southwest festival, which has catapulted the Texas city up the must-visit charts for many travelers. The sandstone Capitol building is symbolic of the Lone Star State’s "bigger is better" mentality, featuring a gorgeous whispering gallery rotunda and 22 acres of grounds. Cool off with a dip in Barton Springs, a huge natural limestone pool that’s fed by underground sources.
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1. Live Love Paddle
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 470 reviews
Live Love Paddle offers nightly guided kayak tours to watch the Congress Ave Bridge Bats in Austin, Texas. Live Love Paddle also offers daily rentals of stand-up paddleboards, kayaks and canoes on Lady Bird Lake. The Urban Kayak Tour is a daytime tour offered year round! We have secure lockers, real restrooms, accept credit cards and have free parking on-site!
2. Congress Avenue Kayaks
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 84 reviews
In November 2020, CAvK closed. Another business is handling boat rentals, the Austin Rowing Club, our neighbor here in the Waller Creek Boathouse.
3. Big Tall Gringas
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
We facilitate kayak Bat tours and rentals at Lady Bird Lake in Austin, Texas.
4. Lone Star Kayak Tour and and PaddleBoard Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 63 reviews
Kayak Tours of Congress Bridge Bats and the San Marcos River. Tours last about 2.5 hours on the water and budge for about 3.5 to 4 hours total to sign waiver, get lesson and take photos. A great way to get on the water and cool off or get a little exercise and explore the local water ways. Guides, sit-on-top kayaks and all gear are provided. Just bring your smile.
5. Austin Kayak Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Explore the Austin waterways by kayak with a guide. No experience necessary. 2-4 hours, Sit on top kayaks make it easy and fun.
6. Greenbelt Outdoors
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Self-Served inflatable kayak, adventure boat, and paddleboard/SUP rentals via our smart lockers. No more waiting in lines to get on the water. You book online. Pick up the gear on your time through our automated kiosk solution. Additionally we sell and demo our rental gear. Lastly, we are Austin’s first Overland store for the camping and off-road community.
7. Rowing Dock
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 69 reviews
Rowing Dock is a beloved hidden treasure in Austin, TX and is known as the locals’ favorite watering hole for kayaking, paddle boarding and canoeing on Lady Bird Lake. We have something for everyone and accommodate all skill levels, whether you’ve never been paddling before or you’re a paddling pro! We pride ourselves on our service and our dock attendants are committed to making sure you have a great time. They will guide you every step of the way, from when you first arrive to when you finish your paddling adventure! In addition to our individual rental options, we offer a wide range of activities for the full group. We have group reservations, guided tours and teambuilding which can be customized for our group! For those that are visiting Austin, our guided tours are a great way to learn about our city - check out our eco and historical tours, guided sunset bat tours and our full moon paddles. These experiences will give you a whole new perspective on Austin!
8. Ryan Webb
I'm Ryan. I have a passion for outdoor adventures. I like to share great swimming areas with people and enjoy paddling around Texas.
9. Austin Rowing Club
A 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation offering rowing programs, kayak rentals, SUP rentals, and guided kayak tours.
10. The Expedition School
The Expedition School's mission is to provide the best quality outdoor education, safety training, and medical and aquatic support to the community. Founded in 2006 by Kimery Duda, we exist to engage, inspire, and enrich our community through the outdoors.
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