Canoeing · Florida
Canoeing in Florida
6 outfitters across Florida. Ratings, hours, contact details and a map for each, all in one place.
Named lakes and reservoirs
4,175
Rated 4.5+ on Google
6 of 6
Cities
6
Best season
Oct to May
At a glance
Highest rated on Google
Ranked by Google rating, then by number of reviews, across the 5 of 6 outfitters in Florida with 10 or more Google reviews.
| Outfitter | City | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rainbow River Canoe & Kayak | Dunnellon | 4.8871 Google reviews |
| Alafia River Kayak and Canoe Rentals | Valrico | 4.8259 Google reviews |
| Canoe Outpost-Little Manatee River | Wimauma | 4.7640 Google reviews |
| Blackwater Canoe Rental | Milton | 4.6199 Google reviews |
| Pennekamp Canoe and Paddleboard Rentals | Key Largo | 4.656 Google reviews |
Operators
Canoeing operators
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Lakes
Lakes to canoe in Florida
- Named lakes in Florida
- 4,020
- Reservoirs
- 155
Largest by area
- West Lake2,086 acres
- Seven Palm Lake1,453 acres
- Cuthbert Lake1,004 acres
- Lake Seminole683 acres
- Sanibel Bayou676 acres
Source: USGS Geographic Names Information System.
Resources
More to explore in Canoeing
Hand-picked videos and free guides from the community to help you plan your next trip.
Videos worth watching
Hand-picked clips, sorted by what you do.
How to Canoe | 3 Key Strokes All Paddlers Should Know
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Learning To Paddle: Episode 1 Basic Canoe Paddle Strokes
Old Town
How to Develop Good Technique for Paddling a Canoe
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Golden Rules of Canoeing | How to Stay Safe on the Water
PaddleTV
How to Paddle a Canoe
Texas Parks and Wildlife
Canoe Paddle Strokes with Northern Tier
Northern Tier High Adventure
Guides worth reading
Trip briefs, prep checklists, and how-tos. Free to read.
Canoe Camping Trip Planning: A 5-Step Guide to Multi-Day River Trips
Jul 2026
How to Paddle Moving Water: Ferry, Eddy Turn & Peel Out Safely
Jul 2026
Whitewater Kayaking for Beginners: Class II-III Guide
Jul 2026
Best SUP Paddleboarding Spots: Lakes, Rivers & Coastal Destinations
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