Toronto is a paddle-friendly city. With 46 kilometres of shoreline, Toronto’s waterfront is a destination for a variety of activities including canoeing, kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding.
There are many different types of paddle craft. The ones you’ll come across most often are canoe, kayak and stand-up paddleboards (SUPs).
There are many places along City’s waterfront you can paddle such as the Toronto Island Park, Cherry Beach and the Humber River.
All paddle craft users need to be aware of restricted zones in which you are not allowed to paddle. These areas are typically marked by keep out buoys. These buoys are white with two horizontal orange bands and an orange cross inside an orange diamond on two opposite sides.
Areas where paddling is prohibited in Toronto include:
Before you go, be paddle smart and remember to:
Check the Transport Canada Office of Boating Safety website for the latest regulations and more safe boating tips.
To help improve access to these activities, the City has mapped launch locations, paddle craft rental sites and storage locations.
Storage and rental services for non-motorized watercraft are provided by third-party organizations operating along Toronto’s waterfront. Residents should connect directly with those organizations for inquires related to availability, hours of operations or fees.
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Bluffer's Park | Launch area.
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Humber Bay Park East | Launch area (2 of 2).
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Marie Curtis Park | Launch area (1 of 2).
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Marie Curtis Park | Launch area (2 of 2).
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Prince of Wales Park | Launch area.
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iPaddle Adventures | Rentals.
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Oceah Oceah SUP & Yoga Inc. | Rentals.
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The Boat House | Rentals.
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Toronto Island Stand-up Paddleboards | Rentals.
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Toronto SUP & Kayak | Rentals.
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WSUP Toronto | Rentals.
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Mimico Cruising Club | Storage.
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Toronto Humber Yacht Club | Storage.
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Toronto Hydroplane & Sailing Club | Storage.
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Toronto Windsurfing Club | Storage.
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