Explore the St. Johns River on a self-guided paddling adventure!

Duration

• 6 Hours
• Depart at your time of reservation. It is very important to arrive on time.
• Perfect for guests wanting to explore the spring run (excluding manatee season) and surrounding waterways of the St. Johns River.

Location

Blue Spring State Park 2100 W French Ave Orange City, FL 32763

Boats Available for Rent

• Single Kayaks
• Tandem Kayaks
• 2-seat Canoes
• 3-seat Canoes

Please note that we launch our vessels from a beach. Your feet may get wet during the launch process, so please plan footwear accordingly.

What is Included?

• Boat(s), paddle(s), life jacket(s), area map, and whistle.

Policies

• It is very important to arrive early to the park, as it regularly reaches capacity during peak visitation when it opens at 8AM. Thus, arriving at or before 8AM is crucial. Paddle reservations more than 30 minutes late will be cancelled and vessels will be reassigned.
• Our vessels must always stay between St. Johns green river channel markers 69 and 77. No watercraft allowed in the spring run at the present time.
• You must stay in your vessels with life jackets on and fastened at all times during the rental. For your safety, swimming and landing at any other beach is not allowed, including French Landing. Boarding other boats or exchanging passengers is also prohibited.
• Must be 18+ yrs old to book. PHOTO ID IS REQUIRED FOR EACH RENTER 18+ YRS OLD. COPIES ARE NOT PERMITTED. Minors must have a parent or legal guardian present in the party. Must be 14+ yrs old to be in a single kayak with adult supervision. Children less than 6 yrs old are not allowed to be in a kayak however may be in a canoe with an adult.
• Alcohol may not be brought into the State Park or onto our vessels. We reserve the right to inspect coolers prior to departure.
• Pets are not permitted in our kayaks and canoes.
• CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS UNDERWAY Effective April 1, 2025: In-water activities are closed while we stabilize the shoreline and complete construction of the upper boardwalk at Blue Spring State Park. This closure includes swimming, snorkeling, tubing, diving and paddling in the spring run and spring head. Boat tours and paddling are only allowed in the St. Johns River. Visitors are asked to adhere to all posted signs and avoid closed areas when visiting the park.