Paddling tools
Each tool shows where its rules or numbers come from. Rules tools use the same official sources as the state rules pages.
Plan today
Today's conditionsFlow, wind, water temperature and alerts for your boatLaunch site finder26,565 public launchesMy riversYour saved rivers, kept on this device
Rules
- State paddling rules Registration, permits and life jackets, from official sources
- Permit checker Registration, launch permits and invasive-species stickers for your boat; see also the AIS sticker guide by state
Kayak and gear
- Kayak fit and finder Load calculator and models that fit you
- Gear check Check your saved gear against your rivers
- My gear Your kayak, paddle, life jacket and safety items, saved on this device
- Gear checklist What the rules require you to carry
- Paddle length Size from your height and boat width
- Float time How long a stretch might take (an estimate)
Learn
- Cold water and life jackets Cold shock, hypothermia and life jacket labels
- Paddling guides River hazards, cold water and more explainers