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Pennekamp Canoe and Paddleboard Rentals, located within John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park in Key Largo, FL, offers rentals for canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards. It provides direct access to the park's unique natural features, including mangrove trails and a designated paddling area, allowing visitors to explore the park's pristine marine environment at their own pace.
Pennekamp Canoe and Paddleboard Rentals and the surrounding John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park do not feature artificial swimming pools. Recreational swimming occurs in natural waters (ocean/lagoons), so specific pool temperatures are not applicable.
What are people saying (AI review summary)? Reviews for Pennekamp activities are largely positive, highlighting the knowledgeable and helpful staff for both kayaking and snorkeling trips. Many enjoyed the peaceful and relaxing kayaking through mangroves, with a recommendation to go early to avoid crowds and heat. Equipment, including kayaks and waterproof maps, is readily available, and online sign-up for waivers is suggested for a quicker check-in. The snorkeling trip was also highly rated, with staff being very accommodating. While some kayakers noted calm and easy-to-navigate waterways, one suggestion was made for more user-friendly maps. Wildlife sightings varied, with some not seeing much and others spotting dolphins or sharks while exploring the bay, though one reviewer mentioned lagunas were not very large for boating.
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May 7th, 2025Mark Shuford
We had a great time exploring the mangroves of Pennekamp! The staff was knowledgeable and helpful. We rented a 2 seat sit on top kayak. The staff gave us great advice and tips for a good trip. The mangroves are peaceful and relaxing. We went early in the AM and avoided the crowds and hotter part of the day. They have all the equipment you need, plenty of kayaks and waterproof map to take along. All info is available online and you can and should sign up online and sign all waivers before arriving to make check in speed along.
July 30th, 2025Jr.
The people were nice! We enjoyed our kayak ride, although we didn't see much wildlife. It was probably due to the fact it was to late in the day(close to noon). I would say they could also make their maps a little more user friendly, just suggestion.
May 30th, 2025Candi Beaudoin
Art and Dan were great! Very knowledgeable and eager to answer any questions. We did the snorkeling trip and it was our first time. We took 2 teens and a 12 year old and they all enjoyed it. We did have a slight issue with one of the teens experiencing some nausea but Art and Dan were very accommodating with the mints and VIP section. lol. We will definitely be back.
August 4th, 2025G L
Pretry cool We rented boats for 2h. The lagunas are not that big and we spent the last hour exploring the bay. We saw dolphins or sharks swiming around
January 18th, 2025Heidi
We rented kayaks here for two hours and had a great time. We have loads of experience but regardless the water ways were calm and easy to navigate. We took the "more experienced" water way and it was easy to get around. One spot felt like a tree tunnel which was cool!
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| Sunday | Closed |
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| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
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