What to do and see in Ohio, United States: The Best Kayaking & Canoeing

Canoe through the unspoiled, cool and clear waters of the Mad River in Champaign County. The Mad River is an excellent river for you to discover the great outdoors by canoe. The river in our section, for the most part, is just 2-3 feet deep, with some very small pools reaching 5 feet. The water is clear enough to see the river bottom your entire trip. It has a light current, based on recent weather, to carry you along, but is not so strong that you can't paddle against it if you want to try your paddling skills. Short shallow rapids along the way provide a pleasurable change of pace. Many families and groups have found the Mad River to be a great way to discover the wonderful enjoyment of canoeing in Ohio!

Canoe, Kayak and Paddle Board Rental as well as Primitive Camping. Family Owned. Come enjoy a relaxing paddle with us.

Burning River Adventures is your first choice in kayak and canoe rentals down the beautiful Cuyahoga River. Choose from three different trip options and enjoy the best sites in Northeast Ohio. Families and groups are welcome! Please park in the Waterworks parking lot and the bus will drop you off at your trip of choice and the trip will conclude back where you began in Waterworks park!

West River Paddle Sports a family owned outfit offering rentals and lessons specializing in paddleboards, kayaks and canoes. We are located at Captains Corner Marina on West River Rd. between the Vermilion Water Tower and the Liberty Ave. bridge With a focus on safety we will provide guidelines, short set and guided lessons to get you on the water. Visitors can rent the by the hour, half day and daily, overnight if you're camping or staying in a cottage in Vermilion. *** CLOSED FOR THE WINTER - WILL OPEN MAY 1ST, 2016

Marietta Adventure Company is your friendly full-service bike and kayak shop: Specialized & Salsa bikes plus over 100 top-quality kayaks in-stock, plus gear to support your bike and kayak adventures. We fix all types of bicycles, offer kayak and bike rentals, and free trip advice. Kayaking, road biking, mountain biking and hiking opportunities abound in the Mid-Ohio Valley. We are not only a full bike and paddle retail store, but also we also offer River & Trail Shuttles, Mountain Biking and Paddling Guide Service, Equipment Rentals and Trip Planning Assistance. Call or email if you'd like to book a trip or stop by 219-B Second St. to check out our kayaks, bikes, and gear. For more information on local rivers and trails as well as shuttle and rental rates, check out our official website. Live A Little!

The LoCo 'Yak Shak offers kayak lessons, kayak guided tours, and kayak rentals. Our fleet includes sit in and sit on top singles, sit on top tandem kayaks, and paddle boards. Upon special request, we offer adaptive paddling equipment for those who made need it. Our staff include American Canoe Association (ACA) Certified Coastal Kayak Instructors who have over spent the majority of their on-water time spent exploring Lake Erie's Ohio Coastline & local rivers.

The North Coast Outpost is Ashtabula County's premier stand-up paddleboard (SUP) and kayak outfitter. Utilizing a fleet of Isle SUPs and Pelican kayaks, we provide a unique experience in one of the fastest growing water sports in the world!

Breakaway Excursions rents kayaks, stand-up paddle boards and fishing boats at LaDue Reservoir and on the Cuyahoga River. We also, teach beginner paddling and self-rescue classes at the lake. We specialize in group outings and will customize paddle and dine experiences for family parties, groups and businesses.

Adventure tours on Kelleys Island by bicycle or by kayak. See the most pristine areas of the Island, learn the history, get up close and personal with nature, and have a great time. We offer daily hike/bike tours through the parks and preserves, as well as kayak tours to the island treasures, and nightly sunset tours on kayaks. We provide all the equipment and instruction so you can relax and have fun, enjoy the island and have an adventure to remember. We can personalize some tours if needed, and can adjust the rigor of tours to suit individuals or groups. All tours, especially kayak tours are weather permitting, safety first! If you don't see the tour you want at the time you need, please contact us and we will adjust tour times or types if able.

Mahoning River Adventures is your first choice in kayak rentals down the beautiful Mahoning River Water Trail. Choose from two different trip options and enjoy the best sites in Northeast Ohio. Families and groups are welcome! Please park in the Canoe City MetroPark parking lot and the bus will drop you off at your trip of choice and the trip will conclude back where you began!