Kickstart your Florida adventure with a quick paddle on Treasure Island’s Gulf waters. Mad Beach Paddlesports offers a fun, scenic, and accessible way to experience the coast—from kayaking to paddleboarding, all just minutes from St. Petersburg.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Everyone should be comfortable moving around and able to paddle for short periods
Wildlife
History
Treasure Island developed in the 1960s as a resort area, and its waters have long been a favorite for boating and paddling.
Conservation
Mad Beach Paddlesports emphasizes eco-friendly practices, encouraging paddlers to respect wildlife and avoid disturbing natural habitats.
Mad Beach Paddlesports
Kickstart your Florida adventure with a quick paddle on Treasure Island’s Gulf waters. Mad Beach Paddlesports offers a fun, scenic, and accessible way to experience the coast—from kayaking to paddleboarding, all just minutes from St. Petersburg.
Mad Beach Paddlesports is a Treasure Island, Florida paddlesports and beach rental provider offering guided tours and a wide range of rentals. Located on Treasure Island, the business operates guided experiences such as the Sunset Ebike Tour and the Clear Kayak Glow Tour, plus hourly and multi‑hour kayak and stand‑up paddleboard rentals. Rentals include one‑hour, two‑hour, three‑hour, four‑hour, and five‑hour options, enabling short outings or extended excursions to nearby sandbars and scenic waterways. Additional offerings include e‑bike and electric scooter rentals, Trek and single‑speed bikes, kid’s bicycles, beach cabanas, umbrellas, coolers, beach chairs, beach wheelchair access, and specialty items like clear kayaks with LED glow lighting. Launches use a floating dock for easy water access and paddlers can reach points of interest such as the sandbar at John’s Pass and nearby mangrove tunnels. Guided trips emphasize local scenery — for example, the Sunset Ebike Tour passes Lagoon Lane and finishes with sunset views from the drawbridge, while the Clear Kayak Glow Tour illuminates the water for nighttime viewing of the seafloor. Mad Beach Paddlesports is featured on The Adventure Collective and lists a broad selection of equipment for families and individual visitors, including cruisers, Moped style e‑bikes, Trek hybrids, and trailers for children. The business presents a mix of guided tours and self‑guided rentals designed to let visitors explore Treasure Island’s beaches, waterways, and coastal neighborhoods.
Location
Treasure Island, FL
Beaches and waterfront access
Rental Durations
1–5 hours
Options from one to five hours
Offerings
27 tours & rentals
Guided tours and gear rentals
Featured
The Adventure Collective
Business featured on the site
Select guided tours, hourly rentals, or beach gear — options range from one hour to five hours and include e‑bikes, clear kayaks, and family rentals.
Wear sunscreen and a hat
Protection from the sun is essential to enjoy your paddling trip comfortably.
Check weather conditions beforehand
Ensure weather is suitable for water activities to stay safe and dry.
Bring water and snacks
Stay hydrated and energized during your paddling session.
Use a waterproof bag for valuables
Keep your essentials dry and secure while on the water.
Sunscreen
Protects your skin from UV rays during long hours in the sun.
summer
Hat or cap
Provides additional sun protection for your face and neck.
summer
Waterproof bag
Keeps valuables dry during water activities.
Swimsuit or quick-dry clothing
Comfortable clothing suitable for paddling and getting wet.
summer