Rainbow River Standup Paddleboarding

Trip Information

• Trip Date: Saturday, April 11
• Trip Location: Dunnellon, Florida
• Trip Cost: $35
• Registration Opens: Saturday, March 28, at 12 p.m.
• Registration Closes: Wednesday, April 8, at 12 p.m.

Register for this trip in the UCF Recreation Wellness Center (RWC) app or through the UCF RWC Membership Portal website. All trips are now first-come, first-served. All trips will open two weeks before the first day of the trip. If the trip is full, you can register for the waitlist using the link above.

Pre-Trip Date and Time: Wednesday, April 8, at 6 p.m.

Trip Description: Paddle the crystal-clear waters of Rainbow River, one of the most vibrant and pristine spring-fed rivers in Florida. With underwater plants waving below your board and fish swimming beneath you, it’s like gliding across a natural aquarium. This relaxing SUP trip offers warm sunshine, cool water and some of the most beautiful scenery in the state.

Tentative Itinerary (time and activities are subject to change):

• 6:15 a.m. – Arrive at Outdoor Adventure (OA) Center and travel to Dunnellon, Florida
• 8:30 a.m. – Arrive at vessel launch and prep for paddle
• 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. – Paddle to springs and explore the Rainbow River State Park
• 4 p.m. – Drive back to UCF
• 6 p.m. – Arrive at UCF

What’s Included: All of our adventures include all necessary gear for the activity (including SUPs, paddles, and PFDs), transportation to/from the activity, and professional guidance by OA Trip Leaders. All staff are certified in First Aid/CPR/AED, and most are certified Wilderness First Responders.

What’s Not Included: Participants should wear athletic clothing and appropriate footwear, and bring personal lunch/water/snacks. Meals are not provided. A full packing list will be provided at the pre-trip meeting.

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