Kayak, Canoe & SUP Rental at Silver Springs State Park

Explore Silver Springs from the water on a self-guided paddle along the Silver River and Fort King Waterway. Choose a kayak, canoe, or stand-up paddleboard for your river outing.

• Paddle at your own pace on a self-guided route
• Explore the Silver River and Fort King Waterway
• Choose from kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards
• Discover Natural Florida from the water

What's Included

• Paddles
• Life jackets

Important details

• Arrive at least 30 minutes before your reservation time; late arrival forfeits your reserved vessel
• Check in at the kiosk and follow staff directions
• Bring your car keys and driver's license for check-in and waiver completion
• Complete the waiver before paddling
• Park admission is not included and costs $2 per person
• Meet the weight limit for your selected vessel
• Paddle back to the launch; no shuttle is available
• Return on time or late fees of $10 per person apply for every 15 minutes
• Keep clear and clear-bottom kayaks within the Fort King Paddle Trail and Spring Run; violations incur a $150 fee per boat shuttled back