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Water Sports in the United States of America

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The waters in America have a lot in store for outdoor enthusiasts. Kayaking, canoeing or SUP routes lead almost endlessly through the country. Paddle through the numerous rivers and lakes and discover America's coastal regions from the sea. You'll find untouched nature in the country's national parks. There are rental companies on site that will provide you with the necessary equipment - nothing stands in the way of a relaxed water tour!
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The 10 most beautiful water sports in the United States of America

Rafting on Koyukuk River in Alaska
Canoeing · United States of America
Raft expedition on the Koyukuk River through the wilderness of Alaska
Toprecommended route Difficulty difficult
7
608.2 km
99:00 h
460 m
722 m
A genuine wilderness route in Alaska with a self-built log raft from the Brooks Range to the Koyukuk Flats.
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Sawgrass recreation park dock
Canoeing · Florida
Everglades Swamp Tour
Toprecommended route Difficulty easy Open
5.5 km
0:30 h
6 m
9 m
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Kayaking at Stone Mountain Park
Kayaking · United States of America
Kayak the Lake at Stone Mountain Park
Toprecommended route
3.7 km
0:37 h
6 m
10 m
Pick and choose your watercraft, time, and skill level. Flatwater and lots to see make this perfect for all activity levels. 
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Canoeing · United States of America
BWCA 2021 Trip Route
Toprecommended route Difficulty difficult
88.4 km
18:05 h
121 m
122 m
This is a 5-day trip taken by Canoe Trails in early August of 2021. It included 4 campsites and 27 portages. The first day included a 515 rod portage and 9 other shorter portages to make it "the hardest day of the easiest week."
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Phoenix Mills Bridge
Kayaking · United States of America
Fair Street Boat Launch to Compton Bridge
7.6 km
2:21 h
15 m
16 m
A BYOK adventure! Bring your kayaks to Fair Street Boat Launch to begin a great paddle for beginners and advanced paddlers alike! See an abundance of wildlife, and enjoy the day!
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Canyoning · United States of America
Pine Creek Canyon
Difficulty moderate
2 km
4:00 h
52 m
284 m
Pine Creek is an amazing slotcanyon in a fantastic national park. One of the most beautiful canyons around and right next to a highway. A must-do for every canyoneer in Zion.
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Kayaking · United States of America
Randonnée le 7 septembre 2022 à 10:00
13.5 km
3:13 h
158 m
221 m
Parcours en kayak sur le lac déversoir du glacier de Valdez
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Kayaking · United States of America
NC 704 to Settle's Bridge
Difficulty easy
1
14 km
2:22 h
21 m
26 m
Put in at the NC704 acess in Madison. Take out at the Settle's Bridge access on Dan River Road off of Settles Bridge Road. Take out is just past the bridge on river right.
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Kayaking · Sandoval County
Cochiti Lake South Coves
Difficulty moderate
7.4 km
1:15 h
6 m
7 m
Exploring Cochiti Lake
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Kayaking · United States of America
GRANDE RONDE:MINAM TO TROY
Difficulty easy
72.4 km
12:37 h
6 m
287 m
fantastic self assist hard shell kayak trip from minam to troy. flows were 5900 on put in which dropped to 5500 on 6/16/2019, great level to play in and not worry about holes or scraping or if you needed to roll. speed was 6 mph.
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Raft expedition on the Koyukuk River through the wilderness of Alaska by Wolfgang
March 03, 2021 · Community
Herzliche Grüße an die Floßbauer und Fahrer von anno 2004 von Dorothee und Wolfgang (damals 60 Jahre alt). Wir sind uns dreimal begegnet, als wir zur gleichen Zeit mit einem Falt-Canadier von Wiseman nach Hughes unterwegs waren. Das erste Mal trafen wir uns an der Floßbaustelle vor Bettles und das zweite Mal 1-2 Tage vor Hughes. Damals habt Ihr an unseren kleinen Camp angelegt und wir haben Erlebnisse ausgetauscht. Die letzte Begegnung hatten wir in Hughes, wo wir unsere Tour beendeten. Ja, der Koyukuk ist eine Flussreise wert. Es muss ja nicht in jedem Fall ein Floß sein. Besonders die Kochstelle auf dem Floß hat uns freilich sehr gefallen. Wer die Natur und die Einsamkeit und lange Touren liebt, ist dort richtig. Bären, Elche und Wölfe waren allesamt sehr friedlich. Gesundheit und auch mal wieder erlebnisreiche Flusstouren wünschen wir allen!
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Finger Lake to Wasilla Lake by Megan
May 05, 2020 · Community
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NC 704 to Settle's Bridge by Jason
April 24, 2020 · Community
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