šāØ Washington DC | My Favorite KAYAK and SUP Spots Are Back! āØš£
As soon as the weather gets a little warm, I canāt resist the urge to hit the water! A friend shared that several boating spots are now open, so itās time to dive in! š¦ šøš» I usually head straight to the āBOATING IN DCā website, pick a location/activity, and book online. Every Thursday, thereās a small discountāaround $16-17 to get started! š£ BOATING IN DC has about seven spots for kayaking and paddleboarding, including the Tidal Basin Pedal Boats in spring. The other six are: Ballpark Boathouse Fletcher's Boathouse Key Bridge Boathouse The Wharf Boathouse Thompson Boathouse Washington Sailing Marina Activities vary by location, including kayaking, SUP (stand-up paddleboarding), hydro bikes, canoeing, and sailing. You can choose single or double options based on your preferences. šøš» My personal favorite is Key Bridge Boathouse. For someone like me whoās all about fun, this spot has it all! Iāve tried single and double kayaks and SUPs here, and the experience is always amazing. It feels like you can go anywhere in a tiny boat! The mix of city and nature views is perfectāyou can see the Kennedy Center, the Washington Monument, and Georgetown all at once. I love going at sunsetāthe scenic bridge, sparkling water, lush riverbanks, and gentle breeze make it so relaxing. š ā ļø Tips: Youāll likely get wet, but thatās part of the fun! When Iām on a SUP, I just embrace it and let myself get soaked. š Book for 1 or 2 hours on the website. For me, 1 hour is enoughāmy arms are sore the next day! Always prioritize safety and know your limits. Swimming is not allowed in the Potomac River, and the water isnāt the cleanest. Just enjoy the boating! Once, I stayed in the water too long, and my feet got coldāended up with a stomachache for days. No prior experience or qualifications are required for kayaking or SUP. Just take it slow, stay safe, and have fun! The website also offers lessons and tours if youāre interested. Last year, they had moonlight kayaking and fireworks kayaking events. When Iām kayaking through the lush riverbanks or lying flat on my SUP, paddling with my hands and feet, I feel so connected to nature. Itās pure, wild joy! Iām obsessed and canāt wait to do it all again this summer! šæš¦ #WashingtonDC #DCAdventures #Kayaking