5 Best Places To Kayak In Florida

By: Christy Miller

Break Studios Contributing Writer

All kayakers should know the 5 best places to kayak in Florida. These sites offer some of the most appealing areas in the country for any kayaking enthusiast:

  1. Anclote Key Preserve. Florida residents kayak here often. This a good place for beginner kayakers to start kayaking. Being able to kayak to a beautifully restored lighthouse is why this is one of the best places to kayak in Florida.

  2. Alafia River. This is a very small river, but it has a very fast current. Kayakers here enjoy luscious scenery that consist of ferns, Spanish moss, and alligator lilies. The challenge of kayaking through the sweeping current is why this is one of the best places to kayak in Florida.

  3. Aucilla River.  Kayakers, who want to enjoy undisturbed nature, kayak on this river. Kayakers like the fact that this river does not have a lot of damage done by humans.  There are many great rapids, for kayakers to enjoy on this river. Being able to see alligators in the wild is why this is one of the best places to kayak in Florida.

  4. Barefoot Beach. This place is just gorgeous. Kayakers often enjoy seeing dauphins at this beach. Kayakers also enjoy viewing beautiful homes and sailboats when kayaking in the canals at this beach.  Having six different canals for kayakers to kayak in is why this is one of the best places to kayak in Florida

  5. Chassahowitzka River. Many kayakers like to make this river a weekend long kayaking trip. Kayakers also enjoy camping overnight  along the river's banks. Having crystal clear water is  why this is one of the best places to kayak in Florida.         

Posted on: Apr. 21, 2010