Paddleboard alongside your dog at Tempe Town Lake Marina in Arizona! This SUP PUPS experience offers a fun training session and a scenic lake tour that’s perfect for dog lovers.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; basic balance and light paddling skills helpful but beginners welcome.
Wildlife
History
Tempe Town Lake was created in 1999, transforming the Salt Riverbed into a popular recreational spot in the Phoenix metropolitan area.
Conservation
Local efforts focus on maintaining water quality and protecting native wildlife to ensure a healthy ecosystem for recreation.
Desert Paddleboards
Paddleboard alongside your dog at Tempe Town Lake Marina in Arizona! This SUP PUPS experience offers a fun training session and a scenic lake tour that’s perfect for dog lovers.
Desert Paddleboards is a Phoenix-based paddleboard outfitter offering rentals, guided meet-ups, and wellness experiences across Greater Phoenix waterways. The company provides half-day and full-day inflatable board rentals for locations such as Granite Reef, Queen Creek, Canyon Lake, Saguaro Lake, and float trips on the Salt River. Desert Paddleboards hosts regular community meet-ups like the Salt River Paddleboarding Meet-up and seasonal events including the annual Witches Regatta at Tempe Town Lake. Dog owners can join SUP PUPS sessions at Tempe Town Lake Marina featuring a brief training lesson and guided laps.
Beyond traditional paddling, Desert Paddleboards produces guided wellness offerings: Floating Sound Baths at Skyline Pool and Chandler, Floating Yoga sessions at KINO, and a private Floating Soundbath Experience designed for intimate pool settings. The business also partners with local venues for special events such as the Aji Spa Floating Sound Bath at the Sheraton Grand at Wildhorse Pass. Rentals are available with flexible pick-up times and options for all ages, with attendees able to bring their own boards or rent on site. Safety and accessibility are emphasized through clear route choices—river floats, scenic lake coves, and calm marina laps—so participants of varying skill levels can enjoy the water. Participants receive clear safety guidance and route recommendations tailored to skill level, and instructors or hosts provide local knowledge about wildlife, landmarks, and seasonal conditions on Phoenix-area waterways.
Location
Phoenix, AZ
Based in the Phoenix metro area
Rental Options
Half & Full Day
Flexible pick-up times available
Age Range
All Ages
Trips suitable for all ages
Tours Offered
10
Paddle, yoga, sound baths, events
Book a half- or full-day rental, join a Salt River meet-up, or secure a spot at a floating sound bath — bring a board or rent one locally.
Bring a life vest for your pup
Ensure your dog’s safety by outfitting them with a comfortable, properly fitting canine life vest before paddling.
Apply reef-safe sunscreen
Protect your skin from Arizona’s strong sun with water-resistant, reef-safe sunscreen, especially during midday outings.
Keep water handy for hydration
Bring plenty of fresh water for both you and your dog to stay hydrated throughout the paddleboarding experience.
Check the weather forecast
Avoid windy or stormy conditions to maintain calm water for a safer, more enjoyable paddleboarding session.
Dog life vest
Keeps your pup safe and buoyant while on the water.
Water-resistant sunscreen
Protects your skin from prolonged sun exposure during your paddle session.
spring
Reusable water bottle
Ensures you stay hydrated throughout your adventure.
Quick-dry clothing
Comfortable for warm weather paddleboarding and dries fast if you get splashed.
summer