When you kayak in St. Augustine you’ll have a wide variety of places to choose from! The location of this historical city makes it perfect for this fun sport. Here there are bays, inlets, estuaries, and the Matanzas River to name a few of the plethora of options to kayak. This is an ideal way to get out and immersed in nature. There is nothing like exploring onboard a kayak, away from the crowds, in the water where it’s calm and serene. There are many places to launch your own kayak, or if you need to rent or perhaps want a guide to take you out on a tour, St. Augustine offers plenty of options.
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We are within walking distance to many of the attractions and destinations located in historic St. Augustine. Within minutes you can be sightseeing in the oldest city in the nation, then back to our accommodations for some rest and relaxation. If you want the ultimate place to escape to this season, book your stay at our Florida bed and breakfast today!
Places to Kayak in St. Augustine
When you have visited many of the historical sites and wandered the brick-lined streets of St. Augustine another not to be missed activity of this coastal town is to get out for some kayaking! You won’t have trouble finding places to kayak in St. Augustine because of the numerous waterways available here. The miles of protected water make this Florida city one of the most kayak-friendly in the nation. Feel the serenity as you glide over shallow-water habitats and look for birds and other wildlife in quiet peace. Here are our favorite 5 places to kayak in St. Augustine.
- Anastasia State Park is a great place for beginners or those who are just starting out in kayaking. Here you don’t feel like you are too much out in open waters but still get the beach and ocean experience. You can rent single or double kayaks from the park. An estuary tidal marsh called Salt Run is the best place to get out in the water here. If you are feeling adventurous you can head north to the Matanzas River then west through the historic district of St. Augustine, passing by the lighthouse on the way.
- Near Fort Matanzas is Helen Mellon Schmitt Park where there is an easy, sandy launch site for a kayak in St. Augustine. This is a local favorite where you can go right off into Matanzas Bay or get in the intercoastal waterway and head up north to the Pellicer Creek Aquatic Preserve.
- Faver Dykes State Park near Pellicer Creek is a Florida Designated Paddling Trail. Here you can go east to the Pellicer Flats area and Matanzas River. It is a pristine estuary tidal marsh with plenty of salt and freshwater fish. This is a great birdwatching and wildlife-watching place to kayak in St. Augustine as well.
- There are many eco-tours available to kayak in St. Augustine if you prefer an educational and fun way to get out on the water with a guide. Ripple Effects Ecotours are located in Marineland in St. Augustine and will take guests through Faver-Dykes State Park, Anastasia State Park, and the impressive Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve. St. Augustine Ecotours offers a 2-hour guided nature tour that will take you past the Bridge of Lions and out into the saltwater marshes.
- Trout Creek Fish Camp has a launch ramp and excellent access to the St. John’s River and its tributaries. You can rent kayaks here if you don’t have your own and get snacks, bait, and fishing gear here. Paddle up the creek where you’ll be among trees and wildlife at this idyllic place to kayak in St. Augustine.
The Best St. Augustine Lodging
Let our Florida bed and breakfast be your perfect getaway this season! After you explore the places to kayak in St. Augustine you’ll want a quiet, cozy, and comfortable spot to unwind and relax. Our accommodations are in the heart of St. Augustine but is in a quiet and serene corner of town, away from the action. Each elegant guest room and suite is set up in a distinctive and unique way so as to make your stay that much more special.
Choose the room that will best suit your needs for the ultimate vacation. Free amenities for every guest include a buffet breakfast, evening socials, and dessert, the use of inn bicycles, s’mores by the courtyard gas firepit, and complimentary admission to the St. Augustine Lighthouse and Museum to name a few. If you are looking for the best place to stay that has both incredible accommodations and is in a fantastic location in historic St. Augustine, book your room today!
