About Anastasia Watersports
Anastasia Watersports is the official paddlecraft and rental concession inside Anastasia State Park, operating along the sheltered tidal lagoon at 300 Anastasia Park Road just across the inlet from downtown St. Augustine. Set against four miles of protected white-sand beach, the location offers calm, beginner-friendly water that makes it one of the most accessible spots in the region to get out on a kayak, paddleboard, or small sailboat without any prior experience.
The rental fleet covers nearly every flat-water craft a visitor could want: single and tandem kayaks, multi-person canoes, stand-up paddleboards, and a small sailing fleet that includes Aqua Finn dinghies and Hobie catamarans. Beach bikes are also available for exploring the park's trails and shoreline. Rentals run by the hour or the day, and the lagoon's shallow, wind-protected waters are ideal for families with children, first-time paddlers, and anyone wanting to spot herons, ospreys, and the occasional manatee.
Because the concession sits inside a Florida State Park, a visit pairs naturally with the beach, the salt-run hiking trails, and the park's campground and glamping accommodations. The on-site staff handle gear, paddles, and life jackets, and can point renters toward the best routes for wildlife viewing or a quiet sunset paddle. For visitors basing themselves near St. Augustine Beach, Anastasia Watersports is the easiest on-ramp to the water.
