Boston’s rivers are perfect for kayaking. But we’ve got more than just rivers. There are beautiful lakes and the ocean, too. So there’s no shortage of spots to put in, whether you own your own gear or need to rent.

And while you may think a peaceful paddle will be a walk in the park, kayaking is actually hard work. If that sounds good to you, head to one of these local waterways for a summer adventure you won’t forget.

Chances are if you run or ride next to the Charles River regularly, you’ve seen people sailing and paddling on it, too. There’s a good reason the Charles is so popular with paddlers: It’s super accessible at several points. Right on the Esplanade, you’ll find Community Boating, which can hook you up with a kayak rental in the heart of the city. Or head to Paddle Boston (formerly Charles River Canoe & Kayak), which has four locations on the river. You’ll find them in Cambridge at Kendall Square, in Allston/Brighton, in Newton, and in Waltham, so you have plenty of options for exploration.

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A short list of places to kayak near Boston, MA

Ames Nowell State Park  

Linwood St., Abington, MA 02351 Directions  Ames Nowell is open year-round for daytime recreation. Cleveland Pond is popular with boaters and fisherman. If you’re looking to stay dry, there are several miles of trails along the pond edge and surrounding woods.Phone(781) 857-1336

Ashland State Park  

156 West Union St, Ashland, MA 01721 Directions  Ashland State Park has 470 acres including a 157 acre reservoir. The park operates seasonally and offers hiking, biking, boating, swimming, and fishing.Phone(508) 881-4092

Beartown State Forest  

69 Blue Hill Road, Monterey, MA 01245 Directions  This 12,000 acre forest is the perfect place to visit no matter the season. Swim, boat, or fish in Benedict Pond. In the winter, you can cross-country ski and snowmobile.Phone(413) 528-0904

Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park  

287 Oak St. , Uxbridge, MA 01569 Directions  The Blackstone River features 1000 acres of natural park, filled with trails and historical sites. The park also has biking, horseback riding, canoe access, fishing, hunting, picnic areas and more.Phone(508) 278-7604

Borderland State Park  

259 Massapoag Ave., North Easton, MA 02356 Directions  Borderland State Park features a historic mansion open for tours. This park also features trails for hiking, biking, or horseback riding, fishing and boating in the pond, and facilities for tennis and disc golf.Phone(508) 238-6566Sunday – Saturday:8:00 am-7:00 pm

Boston Harbor Islands  

Boston Harbor Islands, Boston, MA 02110 Directions  Explore 13 islands of Boston Harbor, 6 of which are publicly accessible by ferry and offer lots of activities. You’ll find swimming, boating, hiking and camping among the most popular. You’re also welcome to host your next group outing with us on one of these beautiful islands.Phone(781) 740-1605Sunday – Saturday:9:00 am-5:00 pm

Bradley Palmer State Park  

40 Asbury St, Topsfield, MA 01983 Directions  This former estate features 721-acres of pine needled paths and sunny rolling meadows for hiking, biking, and horseback riding.Phone(978) 887-5931

C.M. Gardner State Park  

Rte. 112 North, Huntington, MA 01050 Directions  Enjoy a relaxing day by the water exploring the rolling Berkshire foothills. Walk or picnic along the Westfield River East Branch, go fishing, or take out a canoe or kayak.

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Helpful Links To Kayaks And More

1.Buyer Guide for Kayaks Paddles

I went shopping online at 4 different online stores to find the right paddle for my kayak.

The first store I went to was REI to get more infomation about buying the right paddle for my new kayak. There are a few thing to think about shift, blade, material and price, and last length. By choosing the right paddle you can save yourself a lot energy. Here is some information from REI:

Figuring out the right size (length) of paddle is surprisingly straightforward. The wider your boat is, the longer your paddle needs to be. Your height is also a factor, especially for a narrower boat: Taller paddlers need longer paddles.

To read the rest of the article: Buyer Guide for Kayaks Paddles

2.How to find a good kayak rental company?

I like traveling and trying new things. I have been to 20 different city this past month. I have enjoy good food, good weather, roof top bars, and the beach. I also have enjoy learning and listening to interesting people. There are different rental programs across the country at universities and colleges. I came a cross a program about the local University of North Florida (UNF), they offer “Gear Check-out & Adventure Trips.” The students can use the gear for free, for example, kayaks, canoing, and rock climbing.

The programs offered University of North Florida (UNF) allow students, staff and visitors to learn about team work in different environment. I like to see programs like that be very success like it is at our local university.

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3.Kayak Buyers Guide

How to buy a kayak?

As I been writing this blog the past two weeks I have been shopping for a kayak. I went online to Dick’s sporting goods. I went to Walmart, Black Creek sporting goods store, and REI co-op.

Here is some information from each store, first Black Creek is more that you have to go into the store the online store does not have enough information to share online.

They do offer classes, rentals, certifications, and more….

To read the rest of the article Kayak Buyers Guide

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Conclusion

Hope this post was helpful to you and that you have a very successful trip fishing with your friends and family!  Check out the other sections of my blog for more tips on KayaksBoats.

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