About Mission Bay Stand Up Paddle
Mission Bay Stand Up Paddle is San Diego's dedicated SUP specialist, operating from a waterfront location on Quivira Way with direct launch access to the calm, protected waters of Mission Bay. The shop was founded with a simple mission: make stand-up paddling accessible and enjoyable for everyone, from first-timers who've never touched a paddle to experienced watermen looking for yoga classes, guided tours, and race-ready boards. Their location on the bay — rather than the ocean — means flat water and gentle conditions year-round, making it one of the best places in Southern California to learn.
The rental fleet includes single and tandem stand-up paddleboards, single and tandem kayaks, and outrigger canoes, with hourly and full-day rates available. Beyond rentals, Mission Bay SUP offers group and private SUP lessons, guided paddleboard tours of Mission Bay's islands and channels, and SUP yoga classes on the water. All instructors are certified with CPR, lifeguard, and yoga qualifications, and the beginner lesson program has an exceptional success rate — most first-timers are standing and paddling within minutes.
The Quivira Way location puts paddlers in the heart of Mission Bay's aquatic playground, with easy access to Fiesta Island, the Kendall-Frost wildlife reserve, and the bay's network of quiet channels perfect for wildlife spotting. Dolphins, pelicans, and sea lions are regular companions on morning paddles. For anyone visiting San Diego who wants to experience the quintessential Mission Bay paddling lifestyle — whether on a board, in a kayak, or balanced in a yoga pose — Mission Bay Stand Up Paddle is the specialist to trust.
