Stand up Paddle the San Marcos River

The river comes from a natural spring so it is very warm. Crystal clear, it is almost like paddling in the tropics. You can surely enjoy all the wildlife the river has to offer!
Surfing! There is a standing wave that the river is known for. This is actually the reason why I visited the river. This wave hits at lower flows.
This spot is defiantly one of the best chill river paddles around.

Hitting it early

The river flows may be low but i am after it. Thanks to ROGUE SUP I have a board that can take a real beating. A must have in low river flows! The channel is narrow and it's hard to hit the right line without a fin. I dropped the last fall sideways and got caught up on almost dry rock. That will always end in a face plant. Thanks to my bro for nabbing this sick pic just before I took the plunge.

River gear

For a good downriver paddle I always have to take a few things with me for safety and comfort here is a pic of what I take.

ROGUE Speed

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St. Thomas

Crystal clear water, a warm blue sky, friendly locals. What more could a paddler ask for?!
I want to go back and paddle around the whole island. It would be a 60 mile paddle! Not to big but it would take a few days.

February river running

The past weeks weather has been crazy. 25 degrees and snowing one day and the next day 85 mile an hour winds. I have been itching to get back on the water. Today was the day!

The only water I found not frozen was in rivers. I hit a small section of the platte up. The section was perfect, hidden from the wind and cold. The sun was out but it was only about 45 at the warmest.

I paddled for about an hour going downriver and paddling back against the current. I missed the sun and water really bad!

Etretat

Etretat is most known for it's breathtaking white stone cliffs. The cliffs are 70 meters high. There are three rock formations among the giant cliffs which include the falaise d'aval and the aiguille ('downstream cliff and needle); the manneporte, a natural rock arch; the falaise d'amont ('upstream cliff'), a thin rock that juts into the sea.

Not only can visiting paddlers enjoy the cliffs from the sea, but can also enjoy scenery from the walking paths above the cliffs. Just below the cliffs is a pebble beach that is popular. There are many different ways to enjoy the beauty that this location has to offer including horse back riding, diving, hiking wind surfing, and Stand Up Paddle.

If your eyes get tired of the beautiful ocean scenery, you can always wonder around the town. Originally this town was a fishing village but is now a resort like town. Famous artists and authors use to come an stay in this town including Monet, Maupassant, Victor Hugo and Flaubert.