Sunset Paddling on Treasure Island with Mad Beach Paddlesports
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels with basic paddling endurance required.
Overview
Drift quietly through Treasure Island’s canals on a paddleboard or kayak as the sun sinks below the horizon. Mad Beach Paddlesports offers a peaceful sunset paddle experience that reveals a side of Florida’s Gulf Coast few get to see.
Sunset Rental
After Hours
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About This Adventure
Experience a serene sunset paddle through the picturesque canals of Treasure Island. Choose from paddleboards, kayaks, or clear kayaks for a unique view as the sky transforms. This tranquil adventure promises unforgettable moments, but remember to return by 8:45 for your safety. Enjoy nature's beauty in a peaceful setting!
Enjoy the sunset from the canals in Treasure Island
7:30 - 8:45
Set out before sunset and catch the after-glow!
Enjoy a relaxing paddle along the canals in Treasure Island on your paddleboard, kayak, or clear kayak.
Requirements
Guests must book at least 2 items or a double kayak.
Sunset rentals must stay in the canals.
No sandbar trips for sunset rentals.
Rentals are due back no later that 8:45.
It is not safe to be on the water after dark without lights.
Please be sure to return no later than 8:45.
Be smart. Be safe.
Adventure Tips
Return Before Darkness
All paddlers must be off the water by 8:45 p.m. to ensure safe navigation without lights.
Stay Within Canal Boundaries
Sunset rentals are restricted to channels within Treasure Island’s canals, avoiding open Gulf waters and sandbars.
Book Paddleboards or Kayaks in Pairs
Guests need to rent at least two items or a double kayak to participate during sunset hours.
Use Clear Kayaks for Unique Views
These watercraft offer direct sight of underwater life in the calm canal waters, enhancing the experience.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Great blue herons
- Juvenile mullet swimming in the clear canal water
History
Treasure Island was developed in the 1950s as a recreation spot, its canals designed to maximize waterfront access.
Conservation
Mad Beach Paddlesports promotes eco-friendly practices by enforcing no-wake zones and encouraging paddlers to avoid disturbing wildlife habitats.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Personal Flotation Device (PFD)
Keep safety first by wearing a life jacket throughout the paddle.
Waterproof Headlamp or Flashlight
Useful to signal others if returning near or after dusk.
Light Windbreaker
Provides warmth and wind protection on cooler evenings.
fall|winter specific
Insect Repellent
Helps keep mosquitoes and biting insects at bay in canal areas.
spring|summer|fall specific