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!

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Paddling the Chicago River, IL
by Jess Davies

Paddling the Chicago River, IL

The Chicago River runs from Lake Michigan through the heart of downtown Chicago. If you love architecture or exploring beautiful cities by water, paddle boarding the Chicago River is perfect for you. It’s the urban version of the...

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Paddling Lake Michigan, Chicago
by Jess Davies

Paddling Lake Michigan, Chicago

Chicago, with its world famous skyline, is well known for its attractions and culture. Nestled comfortably beside Lake Michigan, as well as numerous rivers, Chicago offers tons of paddling possibilities. Here's why paddling Lake Michigan from one of my favorite...

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Paddleboarden in der Ungarischen Tiefebene: der Theiß-See
by Robyn Dawson

Paddleboarden in der Ungarischen Tiefebene: der Theiß-See

The mighty river Tisza snakes through four eastern-European countries, but it has left its mark upon the wild beauty of eastern Hungary.  In 1973, a damming project on the river Tisza caused it to spill across some of the...

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Paddleboarding the Colorado River
by Robyn Dawson

Paddleboarding the Colorado River

Fill your SUP senses and soothe your soul alongside colorful, river carved canyons. It’s safe to say that paddle boarding the Colorado River should be on every paddlers bucket list. This remarkable stretch of water twists its way through seven...

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Paddleboarding on the Hungarian Plain, Lake Tisza
by Jess Davies

Paddleboarding on the Hungarian Plain, Lake Tisza

The mighty river Tisza snakes through four eastern-European countries, but it has left its mark upon the wild beauty of eastern Hungary. In 1973, a damming project on the river Tisza caused it to spill across some of the wilderness...

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Paddle Whalon Lake, Illinois
by Jess Davies

Paddle Whalon Lake, Illinois

Whalon Lake is a 80 acre lake located in Naperville, Illinois off of Royce Rd and is a part of a lengthy trail system that connects prime recreational locations and forest preserves with many options to enjoy the outdoors. The...

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Explore Lake Wanaka by Stand-up Paddleboard
by Robyn Dawson

Explore Lake Wanaka by Stand-up Paddleboard

Lake Wanaka is situated in the South Island of New Zealand. It’s is just a 45 minute drive from Queenstown Airport, which takes you on a spectacular drive through the Cardona Valley.

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Paddleboarding in Moraine Lake, SUP Canada
by Robyn Dawson

Paddleboarding in Moraine Lake, SUP Canada

In search of SUP lakes surrounded by stunning mountains and dreamy blue waters? Look no further than Moraine Lake in Banff National Park, Alberta. Moraine Lake is a beautiful glacier fed lake located in the heart of the Canadian...

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Paddleboarding Queensland, Boodjamulla National Park
by Jess Davies

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...

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Explore 'The Battery' by SUP: Paddle Boarding the Hudson River
by Robyn Dawson

Explore 'The Battery' by SUP: Paddle Boarding the Hudson River

The Statue of Liberty is arguably the most iconic landmark of the United States, so what better way to take in her size and beauty by paddling alongside ‘Lady Liberty’ with your SUP.

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Paddleboarding in Lake Anne, Virginia
by Jess Davies

Paddleboarding in Lake Anne, Virginia

Lake Anne in Reston, VA is my favorite place to paddle. The water is calm, there is no boat traffic and it is anchored by Lake Anne Plaza with a variety of shops, restaurants and merchants.  

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Explore Independence Park by Paddleboard
by Jess Davies

Explore Independence Park by Paddleboard

Independence Park is a beautiful city-owned park on the outer part of Beverly Harbor, Massachusetts. A small beach and rock jetty provide the setting for a beautiful paddle out at any tide.

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Explore Kimberly - SUP Dimond Gorge
by Samantha Wonnacott

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.

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Paddleboarding in the Pilbara, North West Australia
by Jess Davies

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...

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Paddle boarding in Frontenac Provincial Park, Ontario
by Jess Davies

Paddle boarding in Frontenac Provincial Park, Ontario

This SUP paradise is located about 40 minutes north of Kingston Ontario, inside Frontenac Provincial Park, where you are surrounded by only nature and wilderness. There are 22 lakes within the park and if you are up...