What to do and see in Orange County, Orange County: The Best Kayaking & Canoeing

July 24, 2021 Kaleigh Reichenbach

Beyond its epic theme parks and perfect weather, Orange County is celebrated for outdoor dining, entertainment and beach-bound adventure. Treat yourself at South Coast Plaza for the finest in luxury shopping and superlative restaurants. Spend an afternoon aboard a whale watching cruise in Newport Harbor, or cast a reel from the Huntington Beach Pier. Stop to smell the flowers at the Sherman Library and Gardens, or explore Laguna’s vast variety of boutique shops along the Pacific Coast Highway.
Restaurants in Orange County

1. La Vida Laguna

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5.0 based on 388 reviews

La Vida Laguna

La Vida Laguna offers the best in kayaking, electric biking, surfing, and stand-up paddle boarding in Laguna Beach. We do private and group tours, lessons and semi-private lessons at the best value in town. Laguna Beach has the tastiest mix of everything coastal California has to offer: Rugged and dramatic coastline, thousands of acres of wilderness, world-class surf, protected coves and beaches, abundant wildlife and unsurpassed beauty. Kayak through kelp beds alongside dolphins and sea lions, surf an easy beach break, paddle board the calm, protected coves or bike the hidden back roads, and you are guaranteed a mood elevation.

2. Southwind Kayak Center

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5.0 based on 16 reviews

Southwind Kayak Center

Southwind Newport Rental is located in Newport Beach California, in the heart of Orange County Coast. Our on-the-water location is a short paddle away from Newport Harbor and the Upper Newport Bay Ecological Reserve. Begin your adventure today! Single kayak rentals are $14 an hour and double kayak rentals are $20 an hour. We also have full day rates available.

3. Newport Aquatic Center

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5.0 based on 18 reviews

Newport Aquatic Center

The Newport Aquatic Center was founded in 1982 and built in 1987 as a non-profit corporation offering the public unique opportunities in the Olympic water sports of rowing, canoeing, kayaking and paddle boarding. Paddlers and rowers of every age and level of ability use the NAC to sharpen their skills in rowing, canoeing, outrigger canoeing, and kayaking. Beginners come to improve their physical condition, enjoy the aesthetic and competitive aspects of these sports and intrinsically experience the spirit of the NAC. National Teams from Europe utilize this first class Aquatic Center throughout the year. The NAC hosts a variety of events during the year, such as races and regattas that provide an opportunity to hone competitive skills and several fund-raising events. Rowing and paddling clubs are invited to the regattas hosted by the center and NAC members have the opportunity to travel to races regionally, nationally and internationally.

4. Balboa Kayaks

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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Balboa Kayaks

Best Paddleboard rental prices in Newport Beach and Balboa Island. Mention the Summer Special - Rent one Paddleboard for 2 hours and get 2nd Paddleboard rental for 2 hours FREE.

5. Paddle Board Newport Beach

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5.0 based on 25 reviews

Paddle Board Newport Beach

At Paddle Board Newport Beach, we provide quality Paddle Board rentals for your visit to Newport Beach. With a friendly staff and excellent service, hop on your own Paddle Board and explore the beautiful Newport Bay. Stick around after to try your hand at surfing with our surfboard & wetsuit rentals. Also available: boogie boards, rash guards, sunscreen, disposable cameras, life jackets & more.

6. Expert Active

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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Expert Active

Customized Outdoor Activities including Hike, Bike, Surf, SUP, Kayak, and Team Building Excursions.

7. Orange County Urban Adventures

Excellent
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5.0 based on 33 reviews

Orange County Urban Adventures

Orange County Urban Adventures offers day tours with a local expert guide in Orange County. In only a few hours, you’ll uncover back streets and hidden gems as you step into the lives of locals, find out what makes the city tick, and get acquainted with local food, culture, and traditions. This fantastic urban experience is sure to be your best. day. ever. in Orange County.

8. Laguna Ethos

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5.0 based on 118 reviews

Laguna Ethos

Welcome to Laguna Ethos! We pride ourselves in providing each guest with the most authentic Laguna Beach experience possible. Join us for our daily kayak tours and surf lessons. You can even call ahead for a special local hike or romantic sunset picnic:) We look forward to serving you soon!

9. OEX Sunset Beach

Excellent
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4.5 based on 18 reviews

OEX Sunset Beach

We are a full service kayak and stand up paddle shop, we specialize in recreational rentals. Sales primarily setting up kayaks for fishing.

10. Balboa Fun Tours

Excellent
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4.5 based on 39 reviews

Balboa Fun Tours

Located 2000 W Balboa Blvd. on the Peninsula right next to the 7 Eleven, Balboa Fun Tours offers quick and convenient access to the water by a 2-minute walk to 19th street. There we will take kayaks and paddle boards to the bay for you and bring them back when you are done. Our Segway Tour Guides are knowledgeable, our Bikes state of the art 'Tuesday Bikes' and we offer Electric Boat rentals both guided and self-guided. Come join us! We have everything fun under the sun including Bikes, Segways, Kayaks, Paddleboards, Boats, and Yachts. Whatever your day calls for, Balboa Fun Tours has you covered! Contact us today!

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