Comments on: Kayaking in DC

By: Brandon Fuller

Brandon Fuller — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 20:27:09 +0000

I just called Fletcher’s Boathouse which is right on Capital Crescent Trail. They said that while you cannot use their dock to launch, it is easy to launch your own kayak into the canal right on the shore line. During high tide they recommend launching a few feet down from their dock. During low tide they recommend launching at the canal shore near the parking lot. The Thompson Boat Center charges $3.

By: Andy

Andy — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 19:42:24 +0000

Does any one know where in DC that you can launch your own kayak? Do those boathouses charge you to use their lauch areas?

By: Darcy

Darcy — Sun, 07 Jun 2009 23:30:19 +0000

Thanks! How much do you think we could see in that short amount of time? Which direction do we need to head in to make the most of our time? Thanks!

By: Ian Edlind

Ian Edlind — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 11:48:30 +0000

That’s easy – I’d recommend Jack’s Boathouse. Have fun!

By: Darcy

Darcy — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 13:24:49 +0000

I am heading to DC with my mom. We love to kayak and would like to fit in a quick 2-3 hour paddle. Can someone suggest the best place to rent/launch from and the best trip possible within our time constraints? Thanks! lostkennedy@gmail.com

By: Ian Edlind

Ian Edlind — Mon, 25 May 2009 21:13:43 +0000

Hey, looks like we had the same great idea in mind!
http://www.trailvoice.com/washington-dc/stories/the-potomac-paddle-patrol