Glide over seagrass beds and through mangrove creeks on a 2-hour SUP rental from Hurricane Hole Marina. This easy-to-moderate paddle suits families, dogs, and paddlers seeking wildlife encounters in calm tropical water.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
Stand on the edge of a low dock at Hurricane Hole Marina and feel the Gulf’s gentling push under your board. Clear water reveals seagrass beds and the slow arcs of rays while mangrove roots knot like handholds at the waterline; birds quarter the sky and fish scatter in your wake.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness recommended; must be able to swim and manage balance on a SUP for two hours.
Wildlife
History
Stock Island evolved from fishing and boatbuilding roots; its working-marina character still influences small local operators and community-run waterfronts.
Conservation
Mangroves and seagrass beds are sensitive habitats—stick to marked channels, avoid trampling roots, and carry out all trash to minimize impact.
Reserve your spot on the Key West Stand Up Paddleboard Rental today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Check tide times
Low tide exposes roots and narrows channels—aim for mid to high tide to explore mangrove creeks more easily.
Bring sun protection
The sun reflects off the water; use a wide-brim hat, sunscreen, and UV-blocking layers for a two-hour outing.
Secure electronics
Use a dry bag or waterproof case—phones and keys can be lost quickly on the water.
Mind wildlife distance
Give manatees, rays, and nesting birds space; slow down and drift to observe without disturbing them.
Personal flotation device (PFD)
Provided by operator; wear it at all times for safety in open water.
Dry bag or waterproof phone case
Protects electronics and valuables from splashes and brief submersion.
Closed-toe water shoes
Protects feet when launching from rocky or barnacled docks and walking short shorelines.
summer
High-SPF sunscreen and sun shirt
Reflective water and tropical sun increase UV exposure during a two-hour paddle.
summer