- Caddo Lake - (903) 679-3073 - Leased Concession Operation rents Canoes and offers guided pontoon tours March through November, every day except Tuesdays and Wednesday. Canoe rentals available on weekends only December through February. Available at other times with advanced reservations.
- Old Port Caddo Rentals and Tours or call them at (903) 679-3073 or (903) 930-0075 for more information. Jon boats with motors available in Uncertain, Texas 6 miles east of park on FM 2198.
http://www.oldportcaddo.com/
- Caddo Lake Park Management http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/historic_sites/ccc/
- Guadalupe Canoe Livery: Established in 1971, Guadalupe Canoe Livery has new proprietors as of May 2006. They are U.S. Military Veterans and are committed to your safe and enjoyable river experience. They offer six canoe, kayak, raft or tube trips on the Upper Guadalupe River above Canyon Lake from FM 3351 to Rebecca Creek Road. http://www.guadalupecanoelivery.com/trips.php
- Guadalupe Canoe and Camping http://guadalupecanoe.com/
- Bigfoot Canoes: Bigfoot Canoes offers canoeing, kayaking, rafting and tubing trips on the remote and very scenic Upper Guadalupe River a few miles away and a world apart from the maddening crowd of people who flock to the lower Guadalupe between Canyon Lake and New Braunfels.
http://canoeman.com/bigfoot/docs/rates.html
- TEXAS Canoe racing Association: The TEXAS Canoe Racing Association is a statewide club for persons interested in paddle sport racing. The primary focus of the club is USCA and ICF class marathon racing, but other disciplines of paddle sports are promoted through TCRA’s Race Calendar and Points Program.http://www.txcanoeracing.org/
- Southwest Paddlers
The Rivers of Texas is
your on-line one-stop resource for information about canoeing,
kayaking, rafting and tubing the rivers, creeks and streams of
Texas. Included on this guide are listings for rental liveries,
shuttle services, campgrounds, and boat and gear resellers.
http://southwestpaddler.com/
- Travel By GPS.com
Search this site to find and download hundreds of free GPS maps
and tour guides for on- and off road sightseeing. Media rich
content includes narrative audio and visual images, point of
interest data, maps, GPS waypoints and tracks for touring
through unique travel experiences. Use GPS for safer and more
enjoyable adventures. http://www.travelbygps.com/guides/lighthouselakes/lighthouselakes.php
The following Businesses Service Luling Zedler Mill Paddling Trail:
The Following Business Service Columbus Paddling Trail
The Following
Businesses Service Christmas Bay Paddling Trail
The Following Businesses Service Lighthouse Lakes Paddling Trail
Outside Texas
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Lake Tahoe Water Trails The Lake Tahoe Water Trail provides an opportunity to plan a
custom paddle trip around the 72 mile shoreline of Lake Tahoe.
The Lake Tahoe Water Trail Guide/Map lists access points,
resting places, campgrounds, lodging, points of interest and
related support facilities to accommodate kayakers and
canoeists.
http://www.laketahoewatertrail.org/
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Dreams Unlimited: Creative Website Design & Maintenance:
Our goals are to design a site that is fast loading attractive
visitor friendly easy to navigate with well organized content.
daydreamsunlimited.com
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Adventure Maps, Inc.
High Quality Trail Maps Water Proof Tear Resistant, Frequently
Updated http://www.adventuremaps.net/
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- OutdoorTrips.Info Marketing and Solutions Group Inc. OutdoorTrips.Info Marketing and Solutions Group
Inc. has developed this web site because Search Engines can not
organize information by topic, they are text based only, not
topic based. You go to a Search Engine and get… (Results 1 - 10
of about 84,000,000) ........ and 50% of their results are
irrelevant. Busy professionals don't have time to dig through
all that information. http://www.outdoortrips.info/company.htm
- For Maps of Texas Water Trails see the Texas Parks and Wildlife Paddle Trails Site where you can download maps from each specific trail page. Some maps are available from local retailers. Many of the trail maps have been produced by Shorline Publishing, for information call them at 713-973-1627.
The majority of the following examples from Texas are those designated by TPWD and the links bring to the TPWD web page for that trail. At the bottom are some examples from outside of Texas
Texas In Land Paddling Trails
- Luling Zedler Mill Paddling Trail: Located on the San Marcos River near the city of Luling, this six-mile river trail can be floated in two to four hours. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/fishboat/boat/paddlingtrails/inland/luling/
- Goliad Paddling Trail: Enjoy quiet pools and several small riffles on the first inland paddling trail to include a State Park. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/fishboat/boat/paddlingtrails/inland/goliad/
- Columbus Paddling Trail: Paddling the Colorado River through the town of Columbus you have the opportunity to see wildflowers, birds, turtles and more! http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/fishboat/boat/paddlingtrails/inland/columbus/ Texas Coastal Paddling Trails
- The Lighthouse Lakes Paddling Trail: It is the very first Texas Paddling Trail and is actually a series of four loops ranging in length from 1.25 miles to 6.8 miles. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/fishboat/boat/paddlingtrails/coastal/lighthouse_lakes/
- The South Bay Paddling Trail: The trail follows the shores of South Bay in a loop of about eight miles. This pristine, shallow, subtropical body of water consists of approximately 3,500 surface acres, bounded on the south by the riparian edge of the Rio Grande http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/fishboat/boat/paddlingtrails/coastal/south_bay/
- Christmas Bay Paddling Trail: It is a 19.1-mile circumnavigation of this pristine minor bay on the western end of the Galveston Bay complex. Easily accessible from the Houston metropolitan area, the Christmas Bay Paddling Trail offers popular, shorter loops of 3.8 and 10.3 miles with outstanding coastal angling and bird watching opportunities. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/fishboat/boat/paddlingtrails/coastal/christmas_bay
- Galveston Island State Park Paddling Trail: As the name implies the trail is found in waters that surround Galveston Island State Park. Because most of trails are protected by breakwater, the water is normally calm and makes for excellent paddling. The trail was established in cooperation with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. It is maintained in partnership with the Friends of Galveston Island State Park. For more information on the paddling trails contact a member of our Friends group at (409) 737-5567 http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/fishboat/boat/paddlingtrails/coastal/galveston/
Examples from Outside of Texas
- North Carolina Flatwater Paddling and Canoeing | North Carolina water trails
Find detailed information for North Carolina Flatwater Paddling & Canoeing on Trails.com, including where to find Water Trails in North Carolina.
http://www.trails.com/stateactivity.asp?area=10698
- Rivers, Trails and Conservation Assistance Program
The Rivers, Trails, and Conservation Assistance Program, also known as the Rivers & Trails Program or RTCA, is the community assistance arm of the National Park Service. RTCA staff provide technical assistance to community groups and local, State, and federal government agencies so they can conserve rivers, preserve open space, and develop trails and greenways. The RTCA program implements the natural resource conservation and outdoor recreation mission of the National Park Service in communities across America.
http://www.nps.gov/ncrc/programs/rtca/index.htm
State, County or City Government web sites |
- Online series on how to build a paddle trail from North Carolina Paddle Trails
http://www4.ncsu.edu/%7Ecskline/index.htm
- Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission
Paddling Trail Resources
Paddling Trail Resources, Paddling trail, Paddling trail markers, Paddling trail signs, Paddling signs, Waterway markers, Waterway trail, Waterway paddling signs, Waterway signs, Canoe trail, Canoe signs, Canoe trail signs, Canoe trail markers, Canoe paddling signs, Canoe paddling trail signs, Canoe paddling trail markers, Kayak trail, Kayak signs, Kayak trail signs, Kayak trail waterway markers, Kayak paddling signs, Kayak paddling trail signs, Kayak paddling trail markers
http://myfwc.com/Boating/Paddling/Guidelines.htm
- Recreational Trail Design and Construction
This publication is a guide for private woodland owners, organizations, and businesses (including nature centers, youth groups, schools, conservation clubs, and resorts) that are interested in designing and constructing trails. It describes step-by-step construction methods, ways to handle trail obstacles, and recommended standards for the most common types of trails.
http://www.extension.umn.edu/distribution/naturalresources/DD6371.html
- Ohio DNR Ohio Water Trails: How to get a Trail Designated
Find information regarding, how to get started with a trail, guidelines for designation, resources and for much more information visit
http://www.dnr.state.oh.us/watercraft/watertrails/howto.shtm
- Michigan heritage water trail task list
Find the outline of Michigan heritage water trails tasks.
http://www.wmich.edu/glcms/watertrails/tasks_outline.htm
- San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission - Water Trail Implementation - Second Report
Find information regarding Water Trail Implementation – Part 2; Trail Head Designation Process.
http://www.bcdc.ca.gov/index.php?p=569&more=1&c=1&tb=1&pb=1
- Information on safety and Leave no Trace from Pennsylvania Water Trails
http://www.fish.state.pa.us/watertrails/trailindex.htm
- Maryland’s Water Trails
Since 1999, the Greenways and Water Trails Program of the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has focused on creating a statewide network of water trails to compliment the statewide greenways and green infrastructure networks.
http://www.dnr.state.md.us/greenways/watertrails.html
- Metropolitan Affairs Coalition (MAC) - Projects
Find information for Detroit river water trail and the Phase 1 development plan.
http://www.mac-web.org/Projects/PhaseOne.htm
- Water Trail Committee Accomplishments | Lower Columbia River Water Trail
Find information about the Water Trail Map of lower columia river water trail,Stewardship, Safety, and Resources and the committee accomplishments
http://www.columbiawatertrail.org/about/accomplishments
- As part of its strategic Agenda for 2004-2008,the ACA has undertaken an initiative to support the develop[ment and promotion of water trails.
http://www.americancanoe.org/stewardship/watertrails-overview.lasso#initiative
- North Carolina Trails and Greenways, Rail Trails and guide tohiking, biking, and trail riding.
http://www.americantrails.org/resources/statetrails/NCstate.html
- Ten Water Trails
Dedicated to preserving and enhancing public open space in northeastern Illinois
http://www.openlands.org/watertrails.asp?pgid=181
- River alliance of Wisconsin
Home Page for the River Alliance of Wisconsin, a non-profit, non-partisan, statewide, river conservation organization.
http://www.wisconsinrivers.org/index.php?page=content&mode=view&id=62
- Texas Outrigger Canoe Club
Texas Outrigger is the first of its kind on the western Gulf Coast. Our club is committed to fostering the Hawaiian Aloha spirit inherent in outrigger paddling which is experiencing rapid growth across the globe.
http://www.tocc.org/
- Houston Canoe Club
Houston Canoe Club's members are interested in all types of paddlesport from canoeing to kayaking, quietwater, whitewater, touring and racing
http://www.houstoncanoeclub.org/
- The Houston Rowing Club
A non
profit alliance promoting rowing for all ages. Come visit us at
our floating boathouse for an instant vacation without the
travel hassles. Take a peak inside at our website, it is loaded
with the fun stuff we do.
http://www.houstonrowing.com/press.html
- Southwest Paddlers
The Rivers of Texas
is your on-line one-stop resource for information about
canoeing, kayaking, rafting and tubing the rivers, creeks
and streams of Texas. Included on this guide are listings
for rental liveries, shuttle services, campgrounds, and boat
and gear resellers. http://southwestpaddler.com/
Private Firms,Consultants etc providing guideance |
- Metropolitan Affairs Coalition (MAC) - Projects
Find information for Detroit river water trail and the Phase 1 development plan.
http://www.mac-web.org/Projects/PhaseOne.htm
- Water Trail Committee Accomplishments | Lower Columbia River Water Trail
Find information about the Water Trail Map of lower columia river water trail,Stewardship, Safety, and Resources and the committee accomplishments
http://www.columbiawatertrail.org/about/accomplishments
- Southwest Paddlers
The Rivers of Texas is
your on-line one-stop resource for information about canoeing,
kayaking, rafting and tubing the rivers, creeks and streams of
Texas. Included on this guide are listings for rental liveries,
shuttle services, campgrounds, and boat and gear resellers.
http://southwestpaddler.com/
- Texas Water Trails Inc.
Canoeing in Texas. Statewide and regional guidance for schools
scouts, churches, and others looking for an outdoor
experience...
http://www.outdoortrips.info/outfitter-profile.php?id=2760
- Guide To Texas Outside
Texas offers kayakers a wide range of choices to enjoy this
great outdoor activity. With more than 3,700 named streams, 15
major rivers and some 3,300 miles of tidal shoreline along the
Gulf Coast, Texas offers myriad opportunities for paddling
adventures of all types. You have plenty of freshwater streams,
rivers, and lakes to choose from and lots of choices for
saltwater paddling.
http://www.texasoutside.com/kayaking/index.html
Miscellaneous Websites and Publications |
- Paddlers' Trail history and Use: Lake Champion committee
The vision for the Lake Champlain Paddlers' Trail began to take shape in the early 1990's. Kevin Rose, expert paddler and founder of the Champlain Kayak Club, formally conceived the idea of a Water Trail on Lake Champlain. The Lake Champlain Committee embraced the idea as a way to provide a permanent corridor on the Lake for low-impact recreational us
http://www.lakechamplaincommittee.org/lake/paddlers.html
- Find information on Building Community Water Trails (application/pdf Object), 2006 River Valley, Workshop 7B.
http://www.rivernetwork.org/rally/2006-files/Rally06_7B.pdf
- Kiski conemaugh guide map(application/pdf Object)
The Kiski-conemaugh is a good novice and family canoe and kayak river. Explore this unique Pennsylvanian water trail.
http://www.fish.state.pa.us/watertrails/kiski/kiski_conemaugh_guide_map.pdf
- Trail Funding Guide (application/pdf Object)
Funding for trail related projects. The document focusses on whether to support initial
trail planning, move established plans to implementation, or to maintain or improve existing trails
http://www.hudsongreenway.state.ny.us/conserv/Trail%20Funding%20Guide.pdf
- Virginia Greenways and Trail Toolbox Section 04 5 (9application/PDF)
Find information on Trail Design
Click here for the PDF file
- 02 Final STP Executive Summary (application/PDF)
Find the Vision for the West Virginias' Trails
http://www.wvtrails.com/trailplan/02%20Final%20STP%20exec%20summary.pdf
- Trail Development Manual from ATATrail.org(application/PDF)
Recreational use of rivers and trails can bring new visitors to nearby communities. This guide is designed to help leaders in these communities take advantage of the economic opportunity that rides or walks in the town. It will help you transform your town into a more memorable and inviting tourist destination, and in the process, make your town a better place for your own residents to live, work and play.
http://www.atatrail.org/pdf/1TTManual.pdf
- North Carolina Coastal Plains Paddle Trails Initiative : 2001 Coastal Plains Paddle Trails Research Proceedings
Publication #: UNC-SG-01-07 Price: free Pages: 153
summarizes finding presented at symposium
Categories: Coastal , Marine Education , Wildlife & Nature
- North Carolina Coastal Plains Paddle Trails Initiative: Final Report
by Jack Thigpen
Publication #: UNC-SG-01-08 Price: free Pages: 65
provides project summary, including paddle trail maps and other products.
Categories: Coastal , Marine Education , Wildlife & Nature
- North Carolina Coastal Plains Paddle Trails Initiative: The State of North Carolina Paddling Survey
by Jack Thigpen
Publication #: UNC-SG-01-06 Price: free Pages: 81
summary of the economic impact of paddling activities along the state's coast.
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