PaddleBC Launches Directory Of World-Class Guided Paddling Experiences

Paddlers have a new outlet to find all the perfect spots to get out on the water.

PaddleBC.ca has launched, bringing a directory of BC’s world-class guided paddling experiences to your fingertips.

A collaboration between BC’s paddling associations, and supported by Destination BC, the new online directory lets paddling enthusiasts of all levels easily discover BC’s world-class destinations and waterways for paddleboarding, kayaking, rafting, canoeing, and kayak fishing.

PaddleBC founder Andrea Ryman has worked in the tourism industry the last 15 years and says paddling has been overshadowed by the promotion of fishing and biking - she says creating Paddle BC was the best next step to highlight British Columbia's epic adventure playground, adding canoeing and kayaking are the fourth most popular outdoor activities, and are as popular as fishing.

BC has over 25,000 kilometres of ocean coastline to explore, innumerable rivers and tributaries, and more than 20,000 lakes of all sizes.

Adventure tourism, which continues to be on the rise since COVID-19, generates in excess of $2 billion in annual income in every corner of the province.

PaddleBC.ca is now online - you can search up experiences by paddling-type or waterway type, as well as finding the top lakes, rivers and ocean experiences BC has to offer.