Ready for a unique summer adventure? Canoeing and kayaking on one of the picturesque local lakes and rivers is a great option. You'll enjoy the beautiful scenery and fresh air and get some exercise, too. Check out our comprehensive list of places you can go canoeing and kayaking in Northeast Ohio. Most offer canoe and kayak rentals, too.
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Canoeing & Kayaking in Ashtabula County
Grand River Canoe Livery
This family-owned company offers multiple packages ranging from an hour to a week. Car top rentals are also available by the day or week.
3825 Fobes Rd., Rock Creek, OH 44084
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The North Coast Outpost
Ashtabula County's only beachfront kayak and paddleboard livery! We provide rentals by the hour for a truly unique experience on Lake Erie! They have double kayaks, single kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and THE MEGALODON, a five-person stand-up paddleboard!
Breakwater Beach in the Geneva State Park, Geneva-on-the-Lake West Site, 6308 Lake Rd. W, Geneva, OH 44041
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Canoeing and Kayaking in Cuyahoga County
41o North Coastal Kayak Adventures
Single and tandem kayaks can be rented by the hour. They offer access to the Rocky River and Lake Erie (1-mile paddle). Stand-up paddle boards are also available. Reservations are strongly suggested!
1500 Scenic Park Dr., Lakewood, OH 44107
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Great Lakes Watersports
Single and tandem kayaks, boat, and jet ski rentals are available. Kayaks are rented by the hour and can be used on the Cuyahoga River or Lake Erie.
1148 Main Ave., Cleveland, OH 44113
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Hinckley Lake Boathouse & Store
Canoes, boats, single and tandem kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards are available for rent per hour.
1 Metropolitan Park W, Hinckley, OH 44233
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River Cruiser Kayaking
Learn how to kayak or tour some of the best water trails in the nation. By appointment only.
River Cruiser Kayaking is a mobile kayak rental operation. Meet-up locations are provided when your trip is booked.
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Canoeing and Kayaking in Geauga County
Breakaway Excursions
Rent a kayak, canoe, fishing boat, or stand-up paddle board for 2 hours and explore the beautiful LaDue Reservoir.
LaDue Reservoir North: 17759 Valley Rd., Auburn Township, OH 44023 (Open daily in the summer)
LaDue Reservoir South: 18296 Ravenna Rd., Auburn Township, OH 44023 (Open weekends in the summer)
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Crooked River Adventures
Rent kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddle boards. Trips are by 24-hour reservation!
13468 Main Market Rd., Burton, OH 44021
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Canoeing and Kayaking in Lake County
Fairport Harbor Lakefront Park
Sit-on-top kayaks and stand-up paddleboard rentals are available per hour or you can purchase a 10-hour Paddle Card for the season.
301 Huntington Beach Dr., Fairport Harbor, OH 44077
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Canoeing and Kayaking in Lorain County
Findley State Park
Boat rentals are offered May 26-September 4, 2023. Canoes can be rented at the campground check-in station every day.
25381 State Route 58, Wellington, OH 44090
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West River Paddling Company
Canoes, single kayaks, and paddleboards can be rented for an hour, half a day (2.5 hrs), or a full day (8 hrs). Guided trips and lessons are available. Each paddler will receive prior instruction for their kayak, canoe, or paddle board before setting off.
655 W. River Rd., Vermilion, OH 44089
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Canoeing and Kayaking in Mahoning County
Mill Creek Metroparks
Kayaks and pedal boats can be rented at Lake Glacier Boathouse on West Glacier Drive. Open Saturdays and Sundays from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Lake Glacier Boathouse: 41.0976488, -80.6781474
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Canoeing and Kayaking in Portage County
A Short Adventure
Canoes and single/double kayaks are available for a 2 or 3-hour river adventure.
3025 State Route 303, Mantua, OH 44255
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Breakaway Excursions
Rent canoes, kayaks, fishing boats, and stand-up paddle boards for a trip on the Cuyahoga River. Rentals are available from Thursday to Monday.
10570 Main St., Mantua, OH 44255
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Camp Hi Canoe & Kayak
Canoes, kayaks, and stand-up paddle boards can be rented for short (7 miles) or long (10 miles) trips, or even a micro trip (2 miles).
12274 Abbott Rd., Hiram, OH 44234
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Canoeing and Kayaking in Stark County
Canal Fulton Canoe Livery
Canoes and single kayaks are available. Look for discounts on select days. There is also a pavilion for rent, camping, and mini golf which makes this a great weekend getaway.
219 W. Cherry St., Canal Fulton, OH 44614
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Sippo Lake Marina
Canoes, single-person kayaks, tandem (2-person) kayaks, row boats, stand-up paddle boards, and pedal boats are available. Reservations are not needed for boat rentals as they are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
5300 Tyner St. NW, Canton, OH 44708
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Trailhead Canoe Livery
Canoes or kayaks can be rented. They also offer pedal paddles. Open Tuesday-Sunday, from April-October.
135 Lake Ave. NW, Massillon, OH 44647
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Walborn Reservoir Marina
Canoes, single-person kayaks, tandem (2-person) kayaks, row boats, and motor boats are available to rent.
11324 Price St. NE, Alliance, OH 44601
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Canoeing and Kayaking in Summit County
Burning River Adventures
Burning River Adventures offers kayak trips on the heritage portion of the Cuyahoga River (Kent to Cuyahoga Falls). Reservations are required.
2025 Munroe Falls Ave., Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
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Killinit Kayaks
Offers kayak, tandem (2-person) kayak, and stand-up paddleboard rentals on any of the Portage Lakes.
3803 State Rd., Akron, OH 44319
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Canoeing and Kayaking in Trumbull County
Mahoning River Adventures
Mahoning River Adventures offers kayak trips on the Mahoning River.
Canoe City Metro Park, 75 N. Leavitt Rd. NW, Leavittsburg, OH 44430
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Mosquito Lake Marina & Boat Rental
Explore the expansive views and serene beauty of Mosquito Lake with a fun and relaxing kayak rental. Offering single and tandem (2-person) kayaks. Pontoon and fishing boat rentals are also available.
1439 Wilson Sharpsville Rd., Cortland, OH 44410
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Places to go Canoeing and Kayaking in Northeast Ohio
Find Canoeing Near Me or Kayaking Near Me
I go kayaking and canoeing in Stark Co. at the Bolivar Canoe Rental. Their sign-in area is just across the Tuscarawas Co. border at I-77 but the section of river is in Stark Co. it’s A wilderness part of the river. I’ve never seen a house from the river. Just trees and wildlife (4 legged & winged kind). Fishing is great too.