Dayton Water Paddle Sports

The Dayton area has a long history in paddle sports due to our bountiful network of rivers and streams. Five Rivers MetroParks has multiple places to paddle from beginners to advanced canoe and kayak enthusiasts. Check out these places for perfect paddling!

Need equipment to get out on the water? No problem! You can rent from these local businesses:

Whitewater Warehouse | 104 Valley Street | Dayton, OH 45404 | 937-222-7020 | www.kayakdayton.com
Surf Dayton | 937-239-4479 | www.surfdayton.com | thesurfdaytoncompany@gmail.com

Surf Dayton - Facebook Live

Surfing in Dayton, Ohio? Absolutely! We recently joined Surf Dayton for a Facebook Live event on the Great Miami River where you can surf the waves, kayak, and have amazing fun on the water!

Unexpected Benefits of SUPing

What is SUPing, you ask? It's stand-up paddle boarding and we have you covered in Dayton and Montgomery County. Check out this blog that shares the benefits and fun you'll have SUPing!

RiverScape River Run

RiverScape River Run opens the downtown river to a beautiful seven-mile paddle from Eastwood MetroPark on the Mad River, through downtown to Carillon Historical Park and the University of Dayton area.

More Paddling Places

Eastwood MetroPark

Huffman MetroPark

RiverScape MetroPark

Twin Creek MetroPark

Englewood MetroPark

Great Miami River Water Trail Map

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Boating Safety

Each year, we recognize National Safe Boating Week in May, but keeping you safe on the water is a priority any time of year!

How can you practice safe boating?

Wear a life jacket-- they save lives!
Check the weather before going out on the water
Take a safe boating course
Maintain awareness of your surroundings at all times
Travel at a safe speed
And have fun!

Great Miami Riverway

The Great Miami Riverway stretches 99 miles across multiple riverfront communities, each with their unique cultural experiences just waiting to be explored. We are home to the nation’s largest paved trail network.