Paddling
Kayaking, SUP-ing, & Canoeing Around Sarasota Bay
The Sarasota Bay watershed offers a variety of opportunities for all types of paddlers. Whether you venture out into the emerald bays or explore the serene, tree-lined creeks, you can enjoy discovering the habitats and wildlife that make Sarasota Bay an Estuary of National Significance.
Come Paddle with SBEP!
Explore local gems and help protect waterways by joining us at one of our annual paddle cleanups or citizen science events:
- Whitaker Bayou Cleanup - January/February
- Bowlees Creek Cleanup - April/May
- Eyes on Seagrass Citizn Science - April and July
Sign up for our newsletter or visit our events calendar for a list of upcoming events.
Bowlees Creek Island
Whitaker Bayou
Phillippi Creek
Paddle Launch Locations
Looking to blaze your own paddling trail? Click here or on the map below for a full list of locations to launch.
Local Paddle Guides
Get tips for local routes and must see points of interest.
Sarasota County Paddling Guide
Manatee County Paddling Guide