Canoeing and Kayaking In Wales

Best Canoeing and Kayaking in Wales

• River Severn - 354 Meters
• River Wye - 217 Meters
• River Teme - 130 Meters
• River Dee - 113 Meters
• River Towy - 121 Meters
• River Teifi - 117 Meters
• River Usk - 90 Meters
• River Taff - 64 Meters

• Llyn Tegid (Bala Lake) at 1,196 acres
• Llyn Trawsfynydd at 1,180 acres
• Lake Vyrnwy at 1,120 acres
• Llyn Brenig at 894 acres
• Llyn Celyn at 800 acres
• Llyn Alaw at 762 acres
• Claerwen Reservoir at 655 acres
• Llyn Clywedog at 601 acres
• Nant y Moch Reservoir at 525 acres
• Caban Coch Reservoir at 519 acres

Best Places to Canoe and Kayak in North Wales

Best Places for Canoeing and Kayaking in South Wales

Safety Advice for Canoeing and Kayaking

• Weather, flow, tides and visibility: Attention should be paid to the flow of the river by checking the environment agency website and others. A significant flow on the river can be caused by excessive rain, often hundreds of miles away, that over a number of days, pour into the river can cause significant currents. Whilst its often hard to see ‘flow’ just by looking at the river the National River Flow Archive can provide specific information on the flow to enable you to decide if it’s worth the outing. Often, it’s much nicer to paddle in calmer waters, rather than battling a surging river and having greater risk around meanders, bridges and other boat vessels, so this is something to consider. Likewise, wind, tide, weather and visibility should be taken into consideration when planning your canoeing or kayaking trip.
• Conditions within your level of capability Always err on the side of caution when going out in your canoe or kayak and make sure you’re comfortable with the conditions of the water
• Tell your friends: Let people know where you’re going and when you expect to be back. Ideally go with a group of people so if someone falls in, you’ll have others to help or raise the alarm
• Get training: Book in a canoeing or kayaking instructor course or experience days on Beyonk
• Practice falling in drills: In calmer waters and with the supervision of an instructor, practice how to fall in and what to do when you do fall in, so you’re prepared on what to do
• Consider wearing safety equipment such as buoyancy aids, which can be life-savers in many scenarios even if you’re a strong swimmer. The water temperature, flow or taking a knock to the head can all present risks that will make your swimming skills useless and a buoyancy aid life-saving
• Wear appropriate clothing for the conditions of your paddle. Don’t risk getting soaking wet and cold in the rain if you’re going out for prolonged periods
• Be aware of waterway restrictions, from boating lanes, military operations and more, to avoid any dangers
• Make sure to get stacked up on nutrition and water to maintain energy levels if you’re going for over an hour's paddle.
• Take a communication device, mobile or radio in case of emergency and call 999 if needed.

How to go Kayaking In Wales, Near Me

• Weather, flow, tides and visibility: Attention should be paid to the flow of the river by checking the environment agency website and others. A significant flow on the river can be caused by excessive rain, often hundreds of miles away, that over a number of days, pour into the river can cause significant currents. Whilst its often hard to see ‘flow’ just by looking at the river the National River Flow Archive can provide specific information on the flow to enable you to decide if it’s worth the outing. Often, it’s much nicer to paddle in calmer waters, rather than battling a surging river and having greater risk around meanders, bridges and other boat vessels, so this is something to consider. Likewise, wind, tide, weather and visibility should be taken into consideration when planning your canoeing or kayaking trip. - Conditions within your level of capability Always err on the side of caution when going out in your canoe or kayak and make sure you’re comfortable with the conditions of the water
• Tell your friends: Let people know where you’re going and when you expect to be back. Ideally go with a group of people so if someone falls in, you’ll have others to help or raise the alarm - Get training: Book in a canoeing or kayaking instructor course or experience days on Beyonk
• Practice falling in drills: In calmer waters and with instruction of an instructor, practice how to fall in and what to do when you do fall in, so you’re prepared on what to do
• Consider wearing safety equipment such as buoyancy aids, which can be life-savers in many scenarios even if you’re a strong swimmer, the water temperature, flow or taking a knock to the head, can all present risks that will make your swimming skills useless and a buoyancy aid life-saving
• Wear appropriate clothing for the conditions of your paddle. Don’t risk getting soaking wet and cold in the rain if you’re going out for prolonged periods
• Be aware of waterway restrictions, from boating lanes, military operations and more, to avoid any dangers - Make sure to get stacked up on nutrition and water to maintain energy levels if you’re going for over an hour's paddle.
• Take a communication device, mobile or radio in case of emergency and call 999 if needed.

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