Montauk Point is a true coastal paddling adventure. Traveling along the far eastern coastline of Long Island, one will be able to see into the vastness of the Atlantic Ocean. The state park lines much of the northern shore, offering views of nature rather than development. In spring or winter, one may have a chance to see wildlife such as seals on the banks. Once reaching Oyster Pond, the return trip begins back to view the Montauk Point Lighthouse. Be cautious around this area and steer clear of the shore below the lighthouse as the water can get very rough and it's best to be at a safe distance. If one desires, and the water is calm enough, paddling along the southern coastline is possible before turning around to head back to the launch site. There is almost a half mile carry to the water from parking. Permit may also be required to launch kayaks here (contact New York Parks Dept for more info).

Orient Beach State Park is located on the eastern tip of the north fork of Long Island and offers miles of scenic coastline for paddlers to explore. This paddling trip follows the shoreline from the launch site all the way around the point past a scenic lighthouse and back to an access site directly on the other side of the state park. This route is exposed with the possibility of strong currents and should only be attempted by experienced paddlers.

This sea kayaking adventure offers one of the more scenic paddles on the Connecticut coast. The highlight of the paddle is Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge , which is on the Calf Islands. at the refuge you will have an opportunity to view a variety of waterfowl. Some of the other features of this adventure include Bower, Shore and Game Cock Islands.

This paddling experience through Lord Cove offers a splendid experience with lots of beauty and wildlife. There are brackish marshes, low grassy islands, shorebirds and mudflats. There are many different passageways that you can explore. Wildlife that you may encounter may include snow egrets, gulls, wren, muskrats and ducks. Fishing is also great on this section of the Connecticut River.

Pine Acres Lake offers a beautiful paddle that has been described as wild and almost mystical. the northern end of the lake is often riddled with fallen trees and old stumps. The shores of the lake display the area's forest various trees which include maple, cedar, yellow birch, oak, ash and a variety of berry plants. Wildlife that you can expect to see include beaver, great blue heron, wood duck and deer.

This paddle down the Salmon River is great for intermediate level paddlers who are looking to improve their whitewater skills. The current is moderate for most of the paddle that makes practicing eddy turns, peel-outs and some surfing much easier. The shores of the river are lined with maple, oak, beech, hemlock and birch trees. Be apprised that the difficulty of this paddle can increase significantly when the water levels are too high or too low.

Webster Lake is in the town of Webster, located near the Connecticut border and has a surface area of 1,442 acres. The lake’s shore is extensively developed with both summer homes and permanent homes packed tightly around the water’s edge. The lake has a very unique shape with numerous peninsulas jutting into the middle of the lake, several islands and two swampy coves. There are three basins on Webster Lake, but public access is only available to the north basin at Memorial Beach and at the south basin at a state beach on Lakeside Avenue. Although the lake is most commonly known as Webster Lake, the original name and the name that many residents of the area believe is the correct name, is Lake Chargoggagoggmanchauggagoggchaubunagungamaugg. This 45-letter name is cited as the longest place name in the United States and comes from Nipmuc, an Algonquian language that means, “Fishing Place at the Boundaries, Neutral Meeting Grounds.”

The Connecticut River flows over 400 miles and is the longest river in the New England region of the United States. The Connecticut River Valley has been touted as home to some of Connecticut's most productive farmland. This part of the river features Hamburg Cove, freshwater tidal coves, Brockway Island and wildlife. Vegetation you may see include pickerelweed, daisies, white arum lily, green meadows and a variety of trees. Waterfowl that you might encounter include, ducks, geese, osprey, egrets, herons and swans. Be apprised that there may be moderate traffic on the water.

This is a 412-acre war water reservoir located just south of the center of the town of Holland. Mashapaug Road divides the reservoir into a north and south basin. The southern tip lies within Connecticut. Access to the northern basin is near the dam and access to the southern basin is just below the intersection of Vinton Road with Mashapaug Road. The shorelines are forested and quite heavily developed with summer homes and year-round homes. There are a couple of small islands and many inlets to explore. Forest and hills rise up in the distance providing a great view.

This section of the Farmington River offers an exciting and scenic paddling experience. There are at least one Class II and III on the river and with Spoonville Dam's Class IV+ this river is clearly for the experienced paddler. The river is used for drinking water for the locals and recreation for many. Be apprised that the intensity of the rapids changes with varying water levels.