Places to Visit in 2024
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Paddle boarding in Macedonia. | Photo: Damjan Petreski
SAN DIEGO, California - If you're lucky enough to get a SUP-cation in this year we’ve curated a list of destinations around the world where you’re bound to have a blast on your standup paddle board with beautiful scenery surrounding you. Check it out:
Places to Travel for Standup Paddle Boarding 2024
- Monterey County, California
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Les Îles de la Madeleine, Quebec
- Nantucket, Massachusetts
- Ibiza, Spain
- Menorca, Spain
- Cornwall, UK
- Macedonia
Monterey County, California
Located on the Pacific coast of California, Monterey County offers everything from the panoramic views of the breathtaking coastline to exquisite wine and tons of outdoor activities that can be enjoyed every day. Whether you want to explore the culture and history of the area or navigate the crystal blue waters, there is something for you. Thanks to its excellent location and the longest coastline in the state of California, Monterey County has become a watersport paradise, and a hot spot for paddle boarding in California. So, let's dive deeper and find out everything there is to know about paddle boarding in Monterey County!
Point Lobos Natural Reserve, near the small, quaint town of Carmel-By-The-Sea. | Photo via Shutterstock.
Las Vegas, Nevada
The City of Lights hides a hidden treasure for stand up paddle boarders that is just beyond the surrounding mountains.The Black Canyon National Water Trail was designated by the Secretary of Interior in 2014, making it the first in the Southwest and the first to flow through a desert. The lights of Las Vegas are powered by the ‘Great and Wondrous’ Hoover Dam, which is one of the “Seven Modern Wonders of the World” and now you can paddle this 13 mile stretch of the Colorado River and experience a day paddle unlike any other in the world. You will begin your journey below the mighty Hoover Dam as you are set free to explore the natural hot springs and various coves and beaches along your way.
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Las Vegas paddleboarding. | Photos courtesy: Shutterstock / Kathy Holesapple
Les Îles de la Madeleine, Quebec
Get ready for an exciting adventure! It's time to grab your paddleboard and slide into the crystal-clear waters of Les Îles de la Madeleine in Quebec, Canada. These stunning islands provide the perfect playground for adventurers of all levels who are looking for an unforgettable experience. Whether you're a pro or a beginner, the beauty of the beaches and landscapes will leave you spellbound as you explore the hidden coves and bays on your paddleboard.
The Borgot lighthouse and the beautiful red cliffs. | Photo: Shutterstock
Nantucket, Massachusetts
Nantucket, MA, is a small island with a big reputation for being a leading vacation destination on the East Coast. Once recognized as the world’s most significant whaling hub, Nantucket has become a top tourist and an upscale summer vacation destination. Along with the rich and famous, many history enthusiasts, nature lovers, romantic couples, families, solo travelers, and watersports lovers choose the “Little Grey Lady” as their travel destination and retreat. Given its endless beaches, and numerous tranquil ponds, salt marshes, and creeks, Nantucket is a dream come true for SUP enthusiasts who want to experience its New England coastal town charm and engage in their favorite water sport.
Aerial view of Nantucket. | Photo: Shutterstock
Ibiza, Spain
Ibiza, also known as the “White Island”, is one of the Spanish Balearic Islands located in the Mediterranean sea. Due to its mild Mediterranean weather boasting over 300 sunny days per year, its crystal-clear calm sea and a breath-taking coastline with many stunning coves, hidden caves and mystical islets, Ibiza island is an ideal destination for paddle boarding. Ibiza's sea stands out by its transparency, which allows to observe underwater life very clearly from the surface while Stand-Up paddling. In addition, one of the most amazing experiences of paddle boarding in Ibiza is the sighting of dolphins, which is quite frequent around the island.
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Ibiza, Spain. | Photos: Unsplash / André-Oosterhuis
Menorca, Spain
Exploring Menorca on a paddle board is an experience of a lifetime. With crystal clear waters and a stunning coastline, Menorca is the ideal destination for an exciting paddle-boarding adventure. Paddle boarding is an easy sport for all ages, and with proper equipment, anyone can learn it fast. Aside from being an enjoyable sport that offers the thrill of exploring the open seas, paddle boarding also improves fitness levels. Here are some of the best places for paddle boarding in Menorca, Spain.
A view of Calle Mitjana, located on Menorca's southern coast. | Photo courtesy Joao Branco
Cornwall, UK
Paddle boarding is an increasingly popular water sports activity in the UK, and Cornwall offers the perfect setting to enjoy the sport. Boasting over 300 miles of coastline with stunning coastal scenery, Cornwall is the best place to hone your paddle-boarding skills. If you are new to the sport, you can sign up for paddle-boarding lessons in various places around Cornwall. Meanwhile, experts will find plenty of places to test their limits.
A view of Porthcurno, UK. | Photo courtesy Pixelbay
Macedonia
Even though N. Macedonia is landlocked, it boasts an abundance of water. With over 50 mountain and glacial lakes, countless rivers and waterfalls, more than 15 artificial lakes and 3 big naturals lakes, North Macedonia is a true paddlers’ paradise. This country is a land of contrasts: high snowy mountains reflected in calm translucent waters, fast running rivers flowing into tranquil and deep lakes, long steamy summers and fun frosty winters. Places like ‘Snake Isnand’ on Lake Prespa, the ‘Marble Lake’ in Prilep, the Isolated Church of St. Zaum on Lake Ohrid or even the sunken church in Lake Mavrovo seem like places made to be explored by SUP, leaving nature and its beauty undisturbed. With the help of the local expert guides, anyone can get a better appreciation and feel the true beauty of our country and its diverse nature.
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Macedonia beauty. | Photos: Damjan Petreski
As you're planning your vacations for the year and need some inspiration on where to go where you can also take your paddle board, let these locations be on your radar as they will definitely show you a good time.
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