Huntington offers two very different water experiences: Calm paddling through the canals of Huntington Harbour, and classic surf breaks at Huntington and Sunset Beach. Use the guide below to choose the experience that fits your comfort level, group type, and how active you want to be.
If You Want a Guided, Beginner-Friendly, Calm-Water Experience
Huntington Harbour Kayak Tour
Choose this tour if you want a guided, low-stress kayaking experience in calm, protected harbour waters with local insight along the way from an experienced tour guide.
This tour is ideal if you:
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Are new to kayaking, or visiting with family or a mixed-ability group
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Want to explore at a relaxing pace
- Prefer flat water instead of ocean waves
This tour is not a good fit if:
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You want waves or open-ocean paddling
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You’re looking for a workout-heavy experience
- You prefer to explore completely on your own
Book the Huntington Harbour Kayak Tour
Huntington Harbour Stand Up Paddleboard Tour
Choose this tour if you want to learn SUP basics and enjoy a guided paddle through calm canals without worrying about balancing on a paddle board in the open ocean.
This tour is a good fit if you:
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Are new to paddle boarding, or paddling with a mixed-ability group or family
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Want instruction plus a guided tour
- Prefer a relaxed, scenic paddle through calm, protected waters
This tour is not for you if:
- You want a surf-style stand up paddle board experience with more speed and intensity
Book the Huntington Harbour SUP Tour
If You Want to Adventure Without a Guide at Your Own Pace
Self-Guided Stand Up Paddleboard Rentals
Choose SUP rentals if you’re comfortable paddling independently and want the freedom to explore Huntington Harbour at your own pace.
This option is best if you:
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Prefer a self-paced, flexible, independent outing
- Are comfortable balancing without instruction
SUP rentals are not a good fit if:
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You’ve never paddle boarded before, and want instruction or guidance
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You want to hear historical and local commentary on Huntington Harbour and the surrounding area
- You’re uncomfortable falling in the water and getting back on the board without assistance
Huntington Stand Up Paddleboard Rentals
Self-Guided Kayak Rentals
Kayak rentals are ideal if you want a simple, relaxing paddle through calm canals without a guide.
Choose a kayak rental if you:
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Have basic paddling experience
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Want a laid-back activity
- Prefer no schedule or group structure
Kayak rentals are not ideal if:
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You’re unsure of where to paddle, and would prefer a guided experience
- You want to hear historical and local commentary on Huntington Harbour and the surrounding area
Huntington Harbour Kayak Rentals
If You Want Ocean Waves & Classic Surf Culture on the Huntington Beach/Sunset Beach coastline
Surfboard Rentals For Confident Ocean-Goers
Surfboard rentals are best if you want to hit the waves on your own, whether you’re a beginner testing the waters or an experienced surfer.
Good fit if you:
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Are comfortable in ocean surf, and know the basics of wave etiquette
- Want flexibility and independence
Surfboard rentals are not for you if:
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You’ve never surfed and want instruction
- You’re looking for calm, flat water
Sunset Beach and Huntington Beach Surfboard Rentals
If You Want Instruction and a Skill-Building Experience
Stand Up Paddleboard Lessons (Private & Group)
SUP lessons are ideal if you want hands-on instruction in a calm environment with an instructor focused on your comfort and progress.
This is a good choice if you:
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Are brand new to paddle boarding
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Want structured learning
- Prefer calm water while learning
SUP lessons are not a good fit if:
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You already paddle confidently
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You want a surf-style SUP experience
- You’re looking for a casual rental instead