Experience the fastest growing watersport: Stand-up paddle-boarding.
SUP, the act of propelling oneself on a floating platform with the help of a paddle or pole, traces back thousands of years ago and across many continents, but its current form and popularity originated in Hawai’i, in the 1990s. Once the sport reached California in the early 2000s, stand-up paddling formed four epicenters: San Diego, Dana Point/San Clemente, Malibu and Santa Cruz.
From there, the sport gained popularity, allowing California to serve as the catalyst for worldwide adoption. By 2005, SUP, mainly a surfing discipline, began to diversify into racing, touring, rivers, yoga and fishing. The surfing heritage, coupled with its various disciplines, made the sport attractive and accessible to everyone all over the world, which paved the way for its global growth.
Check out some of the best locations with beautiful scenery to explore while SUPing.
After the Fiji ISA World Sup and Paddleboarding Championships took place last fall in Fiji, the country instantly became a must-do destination for stand-up paddleboarding. With outrageous scenery over hundreds of islands, crystal-clear ocean water with tropical temps and welcoming locals, Fiji is nothing but a dream spot.
If you’re in the United States and only have time for a quick, close and easy getaway, Florida is an excellent spot. Almost the entire state is surrounded by water. From coasts to the inland waterways and rivers, the state is great for SUP surfing, flatwater paddling, river exploring and much more. Be sure to check out Destin and Amelia Island to paddle with manatees.
New Zealand is one of the most beautiful and diverse places in the world. From the lakes to the oceans, this country is a must. Auckland and Raglan are well-known places for paddling but there’s other areas like Bay of Islands or Lake Wanaka if you’re looking for a flatwater location.
Lake Tahoe is arguably one of the most photographed places in the stand-up paddleboarding world due to its pristine waters and gorgeous surroundings. Late spring, summer and early fall is the prime time. One of the most popular events, Race the Lake of the Sky, is due to return this year and is a perfect event for the family.
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