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3 Ways to Raise Your Heart Rate on the Water

Getting out on the water isn't all about relaxation. It's also a great way to adventure throughout the Tampa Bay area.

by McKenna Kelley
August 24, 2020
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01. STAND-UP PADDLEBOARDING
Tampa is surrounded by calm waters, making it a paddleboarder’s dream. The Hillsborough River and the channels that connect to it are easily accessible from docks along the Tampa Riverwalk and Harbour Island on the south end. To forget you’re anywhere near a city, head to the mangrove islands of the Weedon Island Preserve off St. Petersburg. Hit the preserve’s South Paddling Trail (a 4-mile loop accessible from the end of Weedon Drive NE) to see fish, wading birds like egrets and white ibises, and even stingrays. If your family is looking to sneak in one more beach day as fall approaches, try Fort DeSoto’s 2-mile paddling trail or Anna Maria Island.

WHERE TO RENT/BUY PADDLEBOARDS:

Urban Kai
310 W. 7th Ave. (Armature Works)
(813) 598-1634
urbankai.com

Tampa Bay SUP
700 S. Florida Ave. (Tampa Marriott Water Street)
(813) 784-5822
tampabaysup.com

Sweetwater Kayaks
235 15th Ave. S.E.
Weedon Island
(727) 570-4844
sweetwaterkayaks.wordpress.com

Topwater Kayak Outpost
Fort DeSoto
(727) 864-1991

Jet skiing on the Hillsborough River

02. JET SKIING
Perhaps you like a little more zip in your water excursions. Or maybe you’ve been inspired by Tampa Bay Lightning forward Alex Killorn’s viral “Dock Talk” Instagram videos, when he interviewed his teammates and other local athletes from his jet ski during the NHL’s hiatus. Either way, hit the waves on your own jet ski for a quick trip around downtown or the open waters of Tampa Bay.

WHERE TO RENT:

Tampa Bay Boat & Jet Ski Rentals
7627 W. Courtney Campbell Causeway
(813) 294-7163
tampaboatandjetskirentals.com

Bay Breeze Paddle Adventures
Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
2900 Bayport Drive
(813) 614-6543
baybreezepaddleadventures.com

Canoeing at the Hillsborough River State Park

03. CANOEING + KAYAKING
So your balance leaves something to be desired. Canoeing and kayaking (while firmly seated) is another way to get in a little bit of a workout and explore the area’s natural splendor. The Hillsborough River State Park is home to some of the state’s only class II rapids and paddling trails good for both beginners and more experienced paddlers. From the park, thrill seekers can reach the 17 Runs, a 5-mile segment of the river with narrow channels, obstacles blocking the path, and dark, swift-moving currents. Beginners can stick to the 3-mile stretch between the Hillsborough River State Park and Dead River Park, which is known for its easy-going flow.

WHERE TO GO:

15402 U.S. 301 N.
Thonotosassa
(813) 987-6771
Canoe & kayak rentals available at the park | Call for rental hours

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