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Canoeing · Connecticut

Canoeing in Connecticut

2 outfitters across Connecticut. Ratings, hours, contact details and a map for each, all in one place.

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Named lakes and reservoirs

1,592

Rated 4.5+ on Google

2 of 2

Cities

2

Best season

May to Oct

Operators

Canoeing operators

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Collinsville Canoe & Kayak

Collinsville Canoe & Kayak

Collinsville, CT4.7(383)
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Collinsville Canoe & Kayak is a kayak & canoe livery in Collinsville. They offer rentals and outings for canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, and bikes. They also provide paddling instruction through adult…

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Main Stream Canoes & Kayaks/SUP

Main Stream Canoes & Kayaks/SUP

New Hartford, CT4.5(137)
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Main Stream Canoes & Kayaks/SUP is a kayak & canoe livery in New Hartford. Rated 4.5 by 137 reviews.

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Lakes

Lakes to canoe in Connecticut

Named lakes in Connecticut
780
Reservoirs
812

Largest by area

  1. Barkhamsted Reservoir2,232 acres
  2. Lake Gaillard1,091 acres
  3. Bantam Lake954 acres
  4. Colebrook River Lake845 acres
  5. Nepaug Reservoir827 acres

Source: USGS Geographic Names Information System.

Canoeing in nearby states

New York

Massachusetts

Rhode Island

Resources

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Guides worth reading

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Free tools

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River ExplorerExplore named rivers from the USGS hydrography dataset. Filter by water type or whitewater class.
Do I Need a License?Whether your state's boater education rule covers a kayak, canoe or paddleboard, and the months you must wear a life jacket.
Route PlannerDrop stops on a map and watch distance and drive time add up. Export a GPX or share the link.
Skill DrillsInteractive 3D drills, one decision at a time. Pick wrong and you watch it fail, then learn why.
Gear ChecklistsPrintable, save-as-you-go packing lists. Tick items off and pull them up on your phone.
Everything MapListings, trails, spots, clubs and public land on a single full-screen map. Switch layers on and off, then tap any point for the details.