Launch Sites

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Address: 4882 Timuquana Rd. Jacksonville, FL 32244

River: Ortega

About the Water: A calm, partially shaded canal that opens to smooth, easy waters.

Local History: A. Philip Randolph fought for Black workers tied to Jacksonville’s river and port jobs, including areas like the Ortega River.

Skill Level: Beginner-friendly.

Address: 1901 Museum Cir. Jacksonville, FL 32207

River: St. John’s

About the Water: A large river with strong currents and heavy boat traffic.

Local History: James Weldon Johnson grew up along the St. Johns River, whom helped lead the early civil rights movement nationwide.

Skill Level: Difficult.

Address: 4322 Richard Denby Gatlin Rd. Jacksonville, FL 32277

River: Trout

About the Water: An open river section with a beautiful sunset, showcasing colors of oranges, yellows, reds, blues and purples.

Local History: Henry Aaron grew up near Jacksonville’s river communities shaped by waterways like the Trout River.

Skill Level: Moderate.

Address: 14780 Mandarin Road. Jacksonville, FL 32223

River: Old Bull Bay

About the Water: A quiet, protected bay with calm, scenic water.

Local History: Nathaniel Glover represented communities near waterways like Old Bull Bay that supported local living and recreation.

Skill Level: Beginner-friendly.

Address: 500 Maxwell Rd. Jacksonville, FL 32218

River: Trout 

About the Water: A wide river with open stretches and changing conditions.

Local History: Eartha M. White supported Northside communities along the Trout River who relied on these waterways for daily life.

Skill Level: Moderate.

We can also deliver to your place of residence if we are not able to accommodate delivering to a location not on this list.

**additional charges may apply 

**must book a minimum 4-hour reservation