Best Places to Go Kayaking in the Palm Beaches

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Kayaking is a fun outdoor activity that is naturally socially distanced. If you are looking for something fun and safe to do with your friends or family this summer, try kayaking at one of these great 5 locations around Florida.

Jonathan Dickinson State Park (Hobe Sound)

Paddle from the park down to the 1930s Trapper Nelson pioneer site on the Loxahatchee River which is one of two national Wild and Scenic Rivers in Florida. It's a great trip! floridastateparks.org/johathandickinson

T-n-T Hideaway (Wakulla)

Paddle the scenic spring-fed Wakulla River where you'll see herons alligators Swallow-tailed kites and other wildlife. The trip is six miles of easy paddling and you can also catch a shuttle to the upper Wakulla River Bridge to extend the trip. A shuttle service is available. tnthideaway.com

King's Landing (Apopka)

Located near Orlando you can rent kayaks from King's Landing and paddle beautiful Rock Springs Run. The run borders Wekiwa Springs State Park on one side and Rock Springs Run State Reserve on the other so you'll be surrounded by nature the entire way. A shuttle picks you up at the Wekiva Marina and brings you back to King's Landing. kingslandingfl.com

Adventures Unlimited (Milton)

Take a trip on Coldwater Creek Juniper Creek or the Blackwater River. Choose from four- or seven-mile trips which can last up to two and a half hours. Shuttles back to the start of the trip are included. adventuresunlimited.com

Bahia Honda State Park (Big Pine Key)

Rent a sit-on-top kayak at the park and paddle in one of the most breathtaking places found anywhere. You'll want to bring along your snorkel gear too! If you are in the Florida Keys you owe it to yourself (and mom) to stop in and see why this place is so special. floridastateparks.org/bahiahonda