Kayaking 101

Curious about kayaking? Learn the basics and enjoy the beautiful resaca.

Reservation necessary, kayaks & life vests limited: Click here to reserve your spot. 

Be prepared with your life vest size (chest size and body weight) and choice of single (1 seat) or tandem (2 seats) kayak.

This program will last about 2 hours. Arrive 10 minutes early to get situated with your belongings and the equipment. Because this is a beginner’s program, safety and basic kayaking will be taught first on land (about 30 min) before we set out on the water. Anyone arriving late will still be required to go through the safety training/basics check. The last 15 minutes of the program will be used to clean up and put the kayaks and safety equipment away. Expect to get soaked and have fun!

• Ages: 8 years & older, children under 13 years old must ride tandem with parent or guardians (some exceptions may apply, for questions email Ranger Bianca at bianca.banda@tpwd.texas.gov or call at (956)584-9156 x235)
• Meet: Park Headquarters
• Bring: water, sunscreen, towel, water shoes (barefoot/flipflops are a no go), long sleeves, hat with neck tie/drawstring, clothes to change into after
• Provided: Kayaks, paddle, personal floatation device, noise maker (whistle)
• Registration:  Attendance is limited. Registration starts on the 1st of the month.  Click here to reserve your spot. 
• Cost: Park programs are open to the public and free with park entrance fee ($5 per persons ages 13 and up; children 12 and under are always free! Park entry free with  Texas State Park Pass.).

*Events and programs are subject to cancellation due to weather. Please contact park staff for more information and the latest updates.