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Grab your canoe or kayak and come enjoy a day of paddling fun in Palm Coast and the Flagler Beaches. This paddler's paradise is full of pristine waterways that yearn to be explored. Here you can choose from a variety of different launch sites taking you out into tranquil creeks, estuaries, lakes and even the Atlantic Ocean. Birders will love spending a day on the water while keeping their eyes on the skies as there is plenty of territory to venture through on their quest for the next big find. Ocean dwelling paddlers are in for a treat with over 19 miles of beach line to choose from. Paddle out into the Atlantic and enjoy sightings of dolphin, turtles and even the great North Atlantic Right Whale.
If you need a vessel (or a lesson), Tropical Kayaks at the Palm Coast Marina offers kayak rentals and guided tours throughout the Intracoastal Waterway and nearby wetlands. Ripple Effect Ecotours, located at the Town of Marineland Municipal Marina, offers kayak rentals and specializes in tours guided by Master Naturalists and launch from a variety of different areas in the county. Visitors to Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area have the option of renting a kayak or canoe to venture out into the southern end of the county.
The Betty Steflik Memorial Preserve's 217 acres offer the visitor a unique view of the salt marsh and coastal scrub communities. Walk
the trails through the coastal scrub and stroll the boardwalk over the salt marsh for a close-up view of the plants and animals of
these marine communities in their natural habitat. Enjoy bird watching, fish from the pier, launch your boat from the Moody Boat
Launch for fun in the Intracoastal Waterway, or treat yourself to a picnic.
815 Moody Lane
Flagler Beach, FL 32136
386-313-4020
http://www.flaglercounty.org/facilities.aspx?page=detail&RID=1
This seven-acre park was once part of General Joseph Hernandez's Mala Compra Plantation where he cultivated sea island cotton and sweet
oranges. Activities: boat launch, fishing, play area, restrooms, picnic tables, grill, camping, hiking, canoeing, kayaking.
5862 North Oceanshore Blvd.
Palm Coast, FL 32137
386-313-4020
http://www.flaglercounty.org/facilities.aspx?search=1&CID=1&RID=3&Page=detail
Bulow Creek is a trip back into Florida history as well as an opportunity to explore a coastal marsh. The put-in is near Ormond Beach
at the Bulow Plantation State Historic Site. This site is a relic of the early 1800s when a number of sugar plantations dotted the
Florida Atlantic coast. These plantations were burned and abandoned during the Second Seminole War.
2099 North Beach Street
Ormond Beach, FL 32174
386-676-4050
http://www.dep.state.fl.us/gwt/guide/designated_paddle/Bulow_guide.pdf
Visitors to the museum can visit a fully restored 1890s pioneer homestead, a turn of the last century, Dry Goods Store, five restored
buildings from a 1930s Depression-Era citrus operation, and a 5,000 square foot dairy barn formerly belonging to Governor of Florida,
Millard Caldwell. All of these exhibits were moved from their original locations and renovated with grant funds provided by the Florida
Department of State, Division of Historical Resources. The Florida Agricultural Museum is now open to the public on Wed. thru Sun. from
9am-5 pm with tours on the hour from 10 am-4pm.
7900 Old Kings Road
Palm Coast, FL 32137
386-446-7630
http://www.myagmuseum.com
This park is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean on the east and by the Intracoastal Waterway on the west. It has a variety of recreational
opportunities and is breathtaking. Activities: walking, camping, fishing, boat ramp, picnic, hiking, birding, pet friendly Open 365
days a year from 8:00 a.m. to Sunset. Now you can rent bikes, canoes, and kayaks at Gamble Rogers!
3100 South Oceanshore Blvd
Flagler Beach, FL 32136
386-517-2084
http://www.floridastateparks.org/gamblerogers/
Rentals of surfboards, boogie boards, paddle boards,kayaks and kites.We also offer guided eco tours in the estuary across from Bings
Landing in our kayaks. We cater to members and guests of Hammock beach with delivery and pickup at the 16th street beach access Palm
Coast next to the club with instructors there all day for lessons, and launching of equipment. Reservations are important so we can
ensure prompt services. Our surf instructors are local professional surfers who love working with kids, and adults .Call for group
rates.
5054 N. Oceanshore Blvd.
Palm Coast, FL 32137
386-795-7873
Located south of CR 2006 between Dead Lake & County Road 305, this 1,005 acre preserve features boat launch facilities and a
boardwalk that winds through the swamp with overlooks on Haw Creek. Activities: walking, boating ramps, bird-watching, fishing,
canoeing, hiking, horseback riding, picnicking and primitive group camping.
County Road 2007
Bunnell, FL 32110
386-313-4020
http://www.flaglerparks.com
Launch your boat for a fishing trip or a sightseeing cruise on the Intracoastal Waterway. Fish from the pier or simply relax and enjoy
the view. Stroll down the shaded walking trail. Activities: fishing, picnicking, walking, hiking, cycling, boat ramp, playground and
pavillions.
1000 Grady Prather Jr. Cove
Palm Coast, FL 32137
386-313-4020
http://www.flaglercounty.org/facilities.aspx?search=1&CID=1&RID=10&Page=detail
This launch is in western Flagler County on Lake Disston that has been designated as an "Outstanding Florida Water". It is rural
and managed by St. Johns River Water Management. Canoeing and kayaking is also available on the lake.
C.R. 2009
Bunnell, FL 32110
386-313-4020
http://www.flaglerparks.com
In our continuing effort to provide the best eco-educational kayaking experiences in Northeast Florida, Ripple Effect Ecotours has now
partnered with the Marineland Dolphin Adventure and the University of Florida's Whitney Lab. This new partnership combines an
incredible foundation in research, education, conservation, and natural interpretation with unique access to the southern boundary of
the Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTM-NERR). We are excited to offer comprehensive ecological and
cultural kayak tours in this beautiful coastal system. Don't miss this opportunity to visit the dolphins of Marineland and also
the chance to witness their natural habitat in the Matanzas River Estuary. All from the low-impact, unique perspective of a kayak!
9600 Oceanshore Blvd.
Marineland, FL 32080
Moody Landing offers a public boat launch, and boardwalks overlooking the salt-water marsh. Adjacent to Moody Landing is the Flagship
Harbor Preserve. Activities: walking trails, picnic areas, education/picnic pavilion, boardwalks, and observation platforms overlooking
a salt-water marsh.
825 Moody Blvd.
Flagler Beach, FL 32136
386-313-4020
http://www.flaglercounty.org/facilities.aspx?search=1&CID=1&RID=13&Page=detail
Welcome to North Beach Surf Adventures where the grind of your daily life ends and an awakening of your soul takes place. A
multifaceted Island Style retreat nestled between the Intracoastal Waterway and the beautiful Florida Atlantic coastline, NBSA caters
to everyone from the young to the young at heart. We offer a wide variety of services: superior surf instruction, kayak and SUP
eco-tours, board rentals, kids programs, summer camps, on site massage and intimate surf style lodging. This slice of paradise is also
perfect for hosting Weddings, Corporate/Business Retreats, youth groups, birthday parties and family reunions.
2480 N Ocean Shore Blvd.
Flagler Beach, FL 32136
386-503-5276
http://www.northbeachsurfadventures.com
We rent everything you need for your beach experience – from SUP (Stand up Paddleboards), kayaks, surfboards, body and
skim boards, bicycles to beach umbrellas and chairs. A “beach concierge” service will set you up on the beach, whatever you
can imagine – from setting up basic chairs and umbrellas with plush beach towels and coolers of ice water. Need something
bigger? We can even pitch a 10 x 10-foot tent for a bigger group! If you can dream it, we can do it. The sky’s the limit!
509 N. Oceanshore Blvd.
Flagler Beach, FL 32136
386-693-4839
Pellicer Creek Corridor is located on the north end of the Coastal Greenway Designated as an Outstanding Florida Water, a State Canoe
Trail, and a State Aquuatic Preserve; Pellicer Creek links Faver-Dykes State Park (in St. Johns County) and the Princess Place
Preserve. Activities: canoeing, kayaking, fishing.
Palm Coast, FL 32137
386-313-4020
http://www.flaglerparks.com
Princess Place Preserve is the crown jewel of Flagler County's preserves. This beautiful 1500 acre preserve is located at the
confluence of Pellicer Creek, Moody Creek, and the Matanzas River. This beautiful 1,500-acre preserve situated in the northern part of
Flagler County was purchased by Henry Cutting in 1886 and passed on to his widow Angela Mills Cutting Worden, who eventually
married Boris Scherbatoff, an exiled Russian prince. Angela assumed the title of princess and it was then that the once named
"Cherokee Grove" came to be known as "Princess Place. The original lodge built by Henry Cutting still stands as Flagler County's
oldest intact structure. Also on-site is Florida's very first in-ground swimming pool.
2500 Princess Place Preserve
Palm Coast, FL 32137
386-313-4020
http://www.flaglercounty.org/facilities.aspx?search=1CID=1&RID=18&Page=detail
Imagine yourself drifting through the coastal estuary surrounded by sand dunes, beautiful birds, dolphins, manatee, and plenty of
oxygen to fuel your imagination and spark your curiosity. Welcome to Ripple Effect Ecotours. This is our daily ritual. Nature provides
the beauty and we provide the vehicle. We are also pleased to announce our new Eco-Explorer Boat Tours on the "Ripple Effect 1".
But not on just any boat! Powered by an engine that actually runs on recycled vegetable oil collected from restaurants.The "Ripple
Effect 1" utilizes a sustainable, renewable and recycled fuel source with a 50 percent reduction in carbon emissions. And, yes, the
exhaust smells like french fries! Join Ripple Effect Ecotours for an incredible experience with USCG captains and Florida Master
Naturalist Instructors on this eco-educational exploration.
101 Tolstoy Ln
St. Augustine, FL 32080
904-347-1565
http://rippleeffectecotours.com
The River to Sea Preserve is located on both sides of highway A1A at Marineland and is owned jointly by Flagler County and the Town of
Marineland. The 90-acre preserve offers walking trails, nature vistas, and ecological education opportunities as well as public access
to the beach. Visit our beachside boardwalk for a majestic view of the beach and ocean. Our canoe and kayak launch provides access
to the Intracoastal Waterway and the Matanzas River. Beaches, Bicycling, Birding, Camping - Group, Camping - Primitive, Canoe / Kayak
Launch, Fishing, Hiking / Nature Trail, Pets, Picnic Pavilion, Picnicking, Restroom Facilities, Showers, Day Visitors, and Wildlife
Viewing.
9805 N. Oceanshore Blvd.
Palm Coast, FL 32137
386-313-4020
http://www.flaglercounty.org/facilities.aspx?search=1&CID=1&RID=19&Page=detail
Shell Bluff is a 60-acre park featuring fishing, a floating dock, playground, hiking trail, picnic pavilions, restrooms, and
a boat launching facility on Crescent Lake. It is located in the community of Andalusia on State Road 100, just east of the Putnam
County line.
State Road 100 W
Bunnell, FL 32110
386-313-4020
http://www.flaglercounty.org/facilities.aspx?search=1&CID=1&RID=20&Page=detail
Located on N. 17th St. at Daytona Avenue in Flagler Beach this park offers a jogging and exercise trail complete with exercise stations
and equipment along the way. The mulch trail wings through native vegetation on the northern portion of the park. A bike
and pedestrian trail winds through the southern part with benches for a restful stop to view nature and relax. There is a canoe/kayak
launch site available.
N 17th Street
Flagler Beach, FL 32136
386-517-2031
http://www.cityofflaglerbeach.com
Tropical Kayaks is located on the water and our kayak rentals are adventurous & fun! Paddle for fitness, fish, beach or to explore
our Florida habitats! Shore birds, manatees, dolphins & otters are abundant! Remember, we are nature's guest- enjoy the
paddle- leave no trace.
200 Clubhouse Drive
Palm Coast, FL 32137
386-445-0506
http://www.kayakcafecom
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