Texas Kayaking, Canoeing, & Rafting
Texas kayaking and canoeing enthusiasts have a wide range of choices to enjoy this great outdoor activity. With more than 3,700 named streams, 15 major rivers and some 3,300 miles of tidal shoreline along the Gulf Coast, Texas offers myriad opportunities for kayaking and canoeing adventures of all types. You have plenty of freshwater streams, rivers, and lakes to choose from and lots of choices for saltwater paddling. You can take lessons, guided trips, or go white water rafting. In Texas you can use your kayak or canoe for fitness and exercise, fishing, racing, or just a relaxing paddle down on one of the growing list on Texas paddling trails. On this page you'll find everything from kayak, canoe, or rafting adventures to kayak manufacturers. If you can't find a great place to kayak in Texas try the
in Arkansas.
River Trips, Adventures, and More |
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| Fantastic Kayak Park | A hotspot for whitewater paddlers with a series of whitewater rapids and standing waves for kayakers |
| White Water Rafting the Arkansas River in Colorado | We had a blast rating through Browns Canyon on the Arkansas River - lots of class III rapids, great guides, excellent lunch, and magnificent scenery |
| Rafting the Deschutes River in Bend | Some fun rapids, great scenery, and no long drive to get to the put in |
| Kayaking The Salt River | A fun, relaxing trip down the Salt River in a funyak (a what?) - good scenery, cool water, and wildlife |
| Rio Grande River (New Mexico) Rafting Trip | Just outside of Taos New Mexico we rafted the Race Course stretch of the Rio Grande - fun trip with 12 sets of rapids |
| Big Bend Rafting Adventure | Read about a scenic and fun trip down the Rio Grande River and a canyon with towering sheer walls |
| Roaring Fork Kayaking Trip | A scenic and exciting trip down the Roaring Fork River in Colorado |
| White Water Rafting in Costa Rica | Read about our exciting white water rafting trip in Costa Rica with 25 Class II and III rapids |
| Floating the Animas | A calm but fun float down the Animas River in Durango, CO |
Texas Kayak Racing |
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| Buffalo Bayou Regatta | Texas’ largest kayak and canoe race! This 15-mile canoe and kayak race is a great way to see Houston from a whole new angle. |
| Texas Water Safari | A 262 mile canoe race from San Marcos, just south of Austin, to Seadrift, along the Gulf Coast. |
Kayaking & Canoeing Resources |
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| The Ultimate Kayaking Buying Guide | A resource to help educate those interested in the steps to purchasing a kayak |
| Globo Surf Kayak Fishing | Your complete resource for choosing a fishing kayak with reviews |
| Fantastic Kayak Park | A hotspot for whitewater paddlers with a series of whitewater rapids and standing waves for kayakers |
| Texas Kayak & Canoe Rentals & Lessons | Where to get rentals and lessons |
| Ten Great Paddling Spots | Here is one list of some great paddling spots in the United States |
| Paddling Events | Events in conjunction with Texas Parks & Wildlife |
| 10 Best Spots for Kayak Fishing | Here are the best places to catch some fish in you kayak |
| Lower Colorado River Authority | Information on rivers and lakes |
| Brazos River Authority | Good info on the Brazos River |
| Texas Kayak Fisherman | The #1 source for your kayak fishing needs |
| Guadalupe and Blanco River Authority | Information on the Guadalupe and Blanco Rivers |
| Southwest Paddler | Comprehensive resource for information related to outdoor recreation on and near the rivers, creeks and streams of Texas |
| Austin Kayak Fishing | Information on almost every aspect of kayak fishing |
Texas Kayaking and Canoe Clubs |
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A Texas subsidiary of the Arkansas Canoe Club, we do all types of kayaking: white water, flat water, and paddle camping events throughout Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas. We also sponsor a free "roll practice" once a month. |
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| Houston Association of Sea Kayakers | A social club for sea kayakers in the Houston area that leads about 3 trips a months from casual bayou to open water bays - membership is not required |
| Hill Country Paddlers | Families and/or individuals - all ages welcome to enjoy day trips, weekend trips, and coastal sea kayaking. |
| Houston Canoe Club | Established in 1964, the members are interested in all types of paddlesport from canoeing to kayaking, quiet water, whitewater, touring and racing. |
| Alamo City Riverman | A canoe and kayak club in San Antonio with members including all age groups, all skill levels, and all types of paddling: flat-water, slow rivers, racing, and whitewater |
| Dallas Downriver Club | Established in 1975, DDRC is active in planning many trips as well as involved in environmental issues. |
Thanks to Texas Park & Wildlife for some of the content and pictures. By providing the pictures, TP&W is not endorsing Texas Outside.
About Texas Outside
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