Get on the Water

Our serene waterways await the curious and adventurous

With scenic rivers, bayous and Lake Pontchartrain to explore, the Northshore is a great spot for paddlers. There are a number of easily accessible launch spots in the area. You can bring your own gear but you don’t have to. Kayaks, canoes and paddleboards are available for rent at several locations for paddling at your own pace, and there are tour operators happy to take you out for a day on the water.

Canoe and Trail Adventures’ guides are Louisiana Master Naturalist certified, and are great for pointing out the wildlife along the way and sharing knowledge about the waterways and its flora and fauna. The locally-owned business is operated by a father and son team and has been providing outdoor experiences for locals and visitors alike since 1972. Passionate about the outdoors and consciously eco-friendly, Canoe and Trail Adventures’ guides are as comfortable on the water as they are on land (and they’re also happy to lead birding expeditions and naturalist hikes).

Moonlight & Twilight guided paddling tours with Canoe and Trail Adventures on the beautiful Cane Bayou in Mandeville are unforgettable. The three-hour excursion takes you on a leisurely paddle down