Favorite Local Kayak Spots
Centerville River, Osterville/Centerville
Put in at Dowses Beach in Osterville, cross East Bay, and follow the river. Be careful to avoid the shipping lanes and boat traffic, it can get crowded in the summer months. If the Centerville River seems too crowded for your comfort, half way up you can turn left under the bridge and paddle up Bumps River into Scudder Bay. Both Centerville and Bump's River end in a marshy area, so it will be clear where it ends. These paddles take about 3 hours roundtrip depending of course on tides, traffic, and how fast you are paddling.
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Parkers River, Yarmouth
Put in at Swan Pond in Yarmouth. Cross the pond and follow the river towards the ocean. There is a bridge under Rte 28 halfway down that you can manage to cross at low tide, but be aware of the tides because if you return at high tide you'll have to cross the road with your boat! The river is a mellow and beautiful area, with an osprey nest and several opportunities to observe the wildlife. It should take about 2-3 hours round trip.
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Hathaway's Pond, Barnstable
Hathaway's requires a Barnstable sticker or $10. This pond is a great place for beginners. The pond also has walking and running paths along the outside. It's flat and pretty small, so you can practice crossing the pond or follow the edges to practice your turns.
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Hamblin's Pond, Marstons Mills
This is another good flat pond for beginners. It's fairly large and doesn't get as crowded as Hathaways.
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Prince Cove
Prince Cove is a scenic paddle for kayakers of all ages and abilities. Osprey towers, flourishing marshes and a hot spot for catch and release striper fishing, Prince Cove is one of Barnstable's best kept paddling secrets. This calm estuary is a great place to bring kids and adults for a memorable paddle or a glimpse of what makes a Cape Cod summer so special.
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Kayaking Coaching, Classes & Tours
At Sea Sports our ACA certified professional staff offer many different coaching programs from novice through experienced paddler. Some type of instruction is essential for getting the most out of your paddlesport experience. With instruction, you will have more fun, gain confidence, go farther and faster with less effort. Take control of your paddling experience.
Setting aside time to learn the basic use of safety equipment and proper stroke technique will increase your enjoyment of the sport. In a a short period, you can develop a solid foundation of skills, far quicker than if you learn piecemeal from friends, or haphazardly by trial and error.
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You could also join us for one of our exciting half or full day kayak tours. Our American Canoe Association guides conduct daily trips that are perfect for the beginner and experienced paddlers alike.
Our half day tours are the perfect way to get acquainted with the basics of sea kayaking while experiencing the natural wonders the Cape has to offer. Tours are conducted at a relaxed pace. Trips fill fast so call ahead for reservations and more details.
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