Need a place to paddle? TPWD website will help you find one.

In Corpus Christi's Oso Bay, roseate spoonbills and great blue herons provide a splash of color in the sky, while redfish and spotted seatrout swim in the water below. Oso Bay's Ron R. Smith Memorial Paddling Trail became the 82nd official Texas paddling trail last April.
In September, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) launched a newly updated paddling trails website designed to give paddlers in-depth information and innovative tools to make the most of their adventures on the water — everywhere from Oso Bay to the clear-running streams of the Hill Country to the boggy bayous of Caddo Lake.
“Whether you're looking for a tranquil afternoon getaway or an exciting paddling challenge, this resource is your gateway to finding and enjoying the perfect paddling trail,” says Shelly Plante, TPWD nature tourism manager. “We are excited about showcasing all the wonderful paddling experiences available throughout the state of Texas, and this newly designed website makes it simple for folks to find their perfect fit.”
The website features information on all 82 certified trails in the state, including trail length, estimated paddling time and what paddlers can expect along each route. The website also highlights local wildlife viewing and fishing opportunities for each trail and provides information on nearby canoe and kayak rental services to streamline the planning process.
The new, interactive Texas Paddling Trail Finder application enables paddlers to search for trails by water body or location. The mapping tool allows visitors to visualize their options and select the perfect paddling destination based on the area of the state or water body they want to explore. Each trail description features photos and detailed maps to aid in the navigation and planning process. “With detailed trail information and an interactive map, planning your paddling trips is more straightforward than ever,” Plante says.
The newest paddling trail will be the Powderhorn Paddling Trail, along the coast near Port O'Connor. Explore 26 miles of shoreline and marsh trails that surround the Powderhorn Wildlife Management Area.
TPWD Paddling Trail Favorites
South Llano: Enjoy six miles of quiet pools, gentle riffles and Hill Country scenery on the spring-fed South Llano River.
Bevilport: Paddle through old-growth East Texas forest along the Angelina and Neches rivers, ending at Martin Dies Jr. State Park.
Lighthouse Lakes: On Texas' first paddling trail, meander through a mangrove estuary with sloughs, back lakes and a lighthouse.