
Places to Paddle
Welcome to our Places to Paddle blog. We’ve collated our favourite paddling routes from around the globe with the help of the Red SUP community. Here you will find plenty of inspiration, from short excursions to longer, more lengthy touring expeditions. Packed full of daily paddling routes and more unique locations to add to your SUP bucket list!
Locations In Australia

Point Walter, Bicton to John Tonkin Reserve, WA, Australia
This beautiful stretch of water way, follows a pristine area of the Swan River near the historic port of Fremantle in Western Australia. The relatively narrow river way, meanders through a channel between the north and south sides of the...

Paddling in St Kilda, Melbourne
Since the late 70’s and early 80’s St Kilda has been the Melbourne hub of popular watersports, windsurfing and kitesurfing. More recently the boom of Stand Up Paddling has seen this new sub-culture also embrace St Kilda beaches.

SUP Dove Lake in the Cradle Mountain National Park, USA
Dove Lake sits at the base of Tasmania's sixth-highest peak, Cradle Mountain with its rugged rocky outcrops and alpine vegetation. It provides spectacular vistas in every direction. The lake is accessible by vehicle and yet still retains...

Yardie Creek Gorge Paddleboard Adventure, Australia
Situated in Cape Range National Park, Yardie Creek is a spectacular site. Formed by a gradual uplifting from the sea floor, fluctuating sea levels and erosion by wind and water, the plain was transformed into a range of rugged...

Paddleboarding at Sydney Harbour, Australia
Sydney Harbour is considered by many to be the most beautiful harbour in the world. With more than 300 kms of shoreline dotted with sandy beaches, and a backdrop of Australia’s colourful and unique flora, we guarantee you'll...

SUP in Sydney, Spit to Manly
Escape the heat of the city and SUP Sydney by discovering the picturesque beaches of the northern shores. Paddle boarding the famous Spit to Manly walk is the perfect way to experience the spectacular views and small...

SUP in Western Australia - Explore Shoalwater Bay
Explore the glorious Indian Ocean by stand-up paddle board and discover one of the best places to SUP in Western Australia. The Shoalwater Marine Park is located just 45 minutes south of Perth and is best known for the crystal-clear...

SUP in New South Wales, Australia
Bayview is a beautiful location for paddle boarding for many reasons. Aptly named, it overlooks the bay of Pittwater an important national heritage, making it a perfect spot to SUP in New South Wales and take in the...

Paddleboarding Queensland, Boodjamulla National Park
Home to many beautiful waterways, the choices of paddle boarding in Queensland are endless! One of our favourites has to be Boodjamulla National Park, a true hidden gem. Located on the QLD and NT boarder it is a...

Explore Kimberly - SUP Dimond Gorge
If paddling along private gorges is your thing, then Dimond Gorge and Sir John Gorge are for you! Situated in Mornington Wilderness Camp they are some of the most impressive gorges in the Kimberly.

Paddleboarding in the Pilbara, North West Australia
The Pilbara region, in North West Australia is a huge expanse of stunning natural landscapes that is twice the size of the UK! Famous for its bright red rock this paddle from Setters Beach is a magic paddle...

Noosa Heads, Australia
Noosa Heads is often recognised as a popular playground for the rich and famous but also draws people from all walks. It’s an area that flourishes with abundant wildlife thanks to the various natural environments which surround it including...

Lake Illawarra Exploration Via Stand Up Paddle Board
Lake Illawarra (Warra in Aboriginal, meaning ‘pleasant place near the sea’) is just over an hour’s drive south of Sydney. This beautiful body of water covers nearly 36 square kms gathers water from the Illawarra escarpment as well as...