I Paddle provides you with an opportunity to paddle the calm, safe waters of the Esopus Creek all along the Esopus Bend Nature Preserve, where you’ll enjoy scenic beauty, nature, and abundant wildlife!
Trips launch from Saugerties Beach and paddle approximately 2 miles out, then return. There are no currents on the creek. There are sand bars in a few places where you can get out and swim or hang out.
An I Paddle adventure is perfect for beginners, families, and those who want to relax, soak up some sun, and have fun on the water! Generally, it’s an easy 2 hours to go down and back. There is no Hudson River access from here, so there are no tides, barge traffic, or other hazards, making it a highly safe location.
Don’t worry if you’re a beginner. An ACA-certified instructor will give you a quick lesson to get you on your way. If you have little ones, please call ahead so that the correct equipment is on hand.
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Posted by I Paddle New York on Sunday, November 24, 2024
I Paddle Tours
Sunset Tour
Begin with a brief lesson, then embark on our adventure! We’ll paddle down to take a quick peek at the Cantine Falls before heading out past the Saugerties Lighthouse and into the Hudson River! We’ll have a snack, take some pictures, and watch as the sun dips behind the Catskill Mountains. We’ll watch the sky put on its light show as we paddle back, taking in the sounds of birds singing their last song of the day.
Fun Paddle
Start with a lesson in Kayaking Basics before we paddle down to see the stunning Cantine Falls, where one of the oldest paper mills used to be, and now Diamond Mills resides. We’ll head out past the US Coast Guard to the historic Saugerties Lighthouse, where we’ll see one of the oldest operating lighthouses on the Hudson River.
Falling Waters Tour
Start with a lesson in Kayaking Basics and then head straight out towards the Saugerties Lighthouse, and then south on the Hudson River until we reach the Falling Waters Preserve, where we’ll take a nice break, enjoy a snack, take some photos, and admire the beautiful waterfall. This is a bit further and requires a little more experience and fitness, but it is well worth the effort, especially if you’re eager to spend time paddling in the Hudson River.
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