Kayak/Canoe

The Best Kayak/Canoe Trails in California (United States)

219 trails

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  • Donner Lake

    Kayak\/Canoe
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    near Donner Pines Tract, California (United States)
    Author
    Joel Snook
    Distance
    7.08nm
    Elevation +
    840f
    TrailRank
    32
    Photo ofDonner Lake Photo ofDonner Lake Photo ofDonner Lake

    Very easy to get to, still plenty of water despite the drought and a cool escape, so don't expect summer solitude. Some skiers and tubers but not constantly tossed around. Lots of people paddling on the lake, playing in ...

  • Bowman Lake

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    near Milton (historical), California (United States)
    Author
    Joel Snook
    Distance
    6.41nm
    Elevation +
    312f
    TrailRank
    30
    Photo ofBowman Lake Photo ofBowman Lake Photo ofBowman Lake

    Beautiful lake with interesting features. No fast boats creating wakes and not crowded. Up The Lake With A Paddle Volume 3 recommended for lots more info. The road does not require four wheel drive, and contrary to the w...

  • American River South Fork - The Gorge

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    near Lotus, California (United States)
    Author
    woody.g.fox
    Distance
    8.36nm
    Elevation +
    653f
    TrailRank
    28
    Photo ofAmerican River South Fork - The Gorge Photo ofAmerican River South Fork - The Gorge Photo ofAmerican River South Fork - The Gorge

    This is an intermediate paddle down the lower half of the SF American River. Several class III rapids and waves come fast in the gorge section, so have a roll ready.

  • Scotts Flat Reservoir

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    near Scotts Flat, California (United States)
    Author
    Joel Snook
    Distance
    5.76nm
    Elevation +
    610f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofScotts Flat Reservoir Photo ofScotts Flat Reservoir Photo ofScotts Flat Reservoir

    Located close to Nevada City on good paved roads with a $10 entry to access a nice ramp and a small store. Plenty of close parking and not many wakes on a Friday. You can't get as far up the narrower Deer Creek inlet (pr...

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  • Elkhorn Slough

    Kayak\/Canoe
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    near Moss Landing, California (United States)
    Author
    TMac
    Distance
    5.70nm
    Elevation +
    331f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofElkhorn Slough Photo ofElkhorn Slough Photo ofElkhorn Slough

    Kayaking route inland on the Elkhorn Slough. Excellent view of sea otters, sea lions, as well as sea birds. Many inlets are along the route the allow for exploring. Make sure to check the tides before going out!

  • Tomales Bay Paddle

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    near Seahaven, California (United States)
    Author
    bdouglasj
    Distance
    14.31nm
    Elevation +
    26f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo ofTomales Bay Paddle Photo ofTomales Bay Paddle Photo ofTomales Bay Paddle

    This is a very nice paddle that started at Chicken Ranch Beach, went north to Hearts Desire, then southeast to the entrance of up Lagunitas Creek. This portion is tide dependent so the higher the tide the better. Winds c...

  • American River Paddle

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    near Ramona, California (United States)
    Author
    bdouglasj
    Distance
    6.88nm
    Elevation +
    20f
    TrailRank
    24
    Photo ofAmerican River Paddle Photo ofAmerican River Paddle Photo ofAmerican River Paddle

    This is an 8 mile round trip excursion that's starts at Discovery Park in Sacramento, where the confluence of the Sacramento and the American Rivers is. There's a fee to get into the park. The paddle is leisurely and end...

  • Lower Scotts Flat Lake

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    near Deer Creek Park, California (United States)
    Author
    Joel Snook
    Distance
    1.75nm
    Elevation +
    115f
    TrailRank
    23
    Photo ofLower Scotts Flat Lake Photo ofLower Scotts Flat Lake Photo ofLower Scotts Flat Lake

    Small lake with pretty scenery, no wakes and close to town. If too small, go around twice! The upper end of the lake is blocked by a large tree that my kayak would not fit under; would have to go over. Some stumps and fa...

  • Kaweah River Rafting trip

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    near Hammond, California (United States)
    Author
    splatorion
    Distance
    7.86nm
    Elevation +
    856f
    TrailRank
    20

    This is our annual whitewater rafting adventure. Thanks to the Three Rivers Hideaway, for the campround. Thanks to Goldrush River Rafting for the trip and the food!

  • American River - Lower/Main

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    near Gold River, California (United States)
    Author
    woody.g.fox
    Distance
    10.99nm
    Elevation +
    640f
    TrailRank
    20
    Photo ofAmerican River - Lower/Main Photo ofAmerican River - Lower/Main Photo ofAmerican River - Lower/Main

    Only a couple Class II's on this trip. San Juan Rapid is the waviest rapid on this trip (easy to portage.) Lots of great scenery. While paddling on the river, it's hard to imagine there's a city around you.

  • Lake Englebright to South Yuba

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    near Bridgeport, California (United States)
    Author
    Joel Snook
    Distance
    6.13nm
    Elevation +
    272f
    TrailRank
    19

    1/2 of round trip from boat launch at Englebright to the first rapids on the South Yuba. Did not notice current on the Yuba except at the rapids. Two people simultaneously peddling and paddling in a Hobie Mirage Oasis. C...

  • Folsom Prison

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    near Folsom, California (United States)
    Author
    dustinmorgan48
    Distance
    3.48nm
    Elevation +
    7f
    TrailRank
    16

    Great intermediate paddle with a great work out going up current to the gaurd towers at the prison. Beautiful Lake Natoma / American River

  • Chicken Ranch Beach, Tomalas Bay

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    near Seahaven, California (United States)
    Author
    Jennifer Schuler
    Distance
    2.17nm
    Elevation +
    13f
    TrailRank
    16
    Photo ofChicken Ranch Beach, Tomalas Bay Photo ofChicken Ranch Beach, Tomalas Bay Photo ofChicken Ranch Beach, Tomalas Bay

    Good paddle, went south along the western side of Tomalas Bay. Got a late start so the winds picked up and the waves started getting choppy.

  • Kayak por La Jolla (CA, USA)

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    near La Jolla Shores, California (United States)
    Author
    pocabroma
    Distance
    1.63nm
    Elevation +
    3f
    TrailRank
    23
    Photo ofKayak por La Jolla (CA, USA) Photo ofKayak por La Jolla (CA, USA) Photo ofKayak por La Jolla (CA, USA)

    Espectacular paseo guiado en kayak doble desde la Playa de La Jolla (California) con la corriente en contra hasta que llegas cerca de la costa rocosa donde están las 7 Cuevas, llegamos a entrar incluso en la última de el...

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