Wondering where to launch, whether a spot gets busy on weekends, or what conditions are like today? Or want to replay that trip you took last week? Paddle Guide is built for the real questions paddlers ask before, during, and after a day outside.

Explore launch points, paddle trails, river access, lake launches, quiet coves, campsites, hazards, and points of interest across the US and Canada. Check the details before you load the boat, then use GPS tools to record the trip once you are on the water.

◆ Discover places to paddle
Search 40,000+ launch points, ramps, beaches, river accesses, and put-ins by location, waterbody, trail, or map area. Find nearby kayak launches, canoe routes, SUP spots, take-outs, campsites, islands, waterfalls, and more.

◆ Know before you go
See useful launch details like parking, fees, ramp type, seasonal notes, ADA access, and photos when available. Check paddling conditions like wind, river conditions, and tides.

◆ Scout your route
Look ahead before you leave home. Compare launches and take-outs, browse nearby water trails, review waterbody details, and find a trip that fits your time, skill level, and conditions.

◆ Record the day
Track distance, time, speed, and route with GPS. Keep recording during an active trip while your phone is locked, then save the paddle to your logbook with photos and notes.

◆ Share your time on the water
Share live location with someone you trust during a paddle, save favorite spots for later, build lists for future trips, and open shared lists from other paddlers.

► Do more on the water with Paddle Guide Premium ►
Premium gives paddlers offline map downloads, interactive 3d maps, and speed heat maps for the trips you've taken.

Spend less time guessing where to launch and more time enjoying where you are. There is always another place to put in. Let Paddle Guide help you find it.