Where to See Autumn Colours from Your Paddleboard

If you are someone that loves to head out into nature to see all the leaves changing colour then why not try and see it from a different perspective this Autumn and head out onto the water! I am going to be walking you through some of my favourite places to head out during the Autumn season to see the best leaf foliage!

Perfect for: Confident beginners and intermediate paddlers

Why go: Derwentwater is one of the most scenic lakes in England especially in Autumn when the surrounding fells are covered in orange and gold hughes. The lake is wide but is generally calm in the early morning and there are plenty of easy launch points along the shoreline with lots of route options you can choose based on your experience of what you go and do. You can either stick close to the shoreline or weave around the small islands! 

Perfect for: Beginners and those who enjoy long, gentle paddles.

Why go: In Autumn the trees that line the bank form a golden like tunnel and the water is normally calm enough for a relaxing paddle down the meandering bends. The stretch from Ross-on-Wye to Symonds Yat is sheltered, scenic and rich with wildlife from herons to kingfishers. If you are new to river paddling, this is one of the best places to start your journey. 

Perfect for: Intermediate paddlers and adventurers

Why go:Loch Lomond is Scotland’s largest freshwater loch and in the Autumn the slopes of Ben Lomond turn crimson and bronze. It’s a large body of water and so sticking to the sheltered eastern shore near to Balmaha if you’re less experienced is best. For the more confident paddlers you can explore the wooded islands dotted about in the Loch.

Perfect for: Confident beginners and anyone after a unique experience

Why go: This aqueduct is the perfect place to look out over all the vast autumnal colours of the trees. Known as the ‘Stream in the Sky’ this remarkable aqueduct carries you 126 feet above the River Dee. From the water, you’ll be looking out over the treetops glowing in gold and crimson colours! The canal itself is flat and easy to navigate so is ideal for a slow and steady paddle with incredible views.

Perfect for: Experienced paddlers and wildlife enthusiasts.

Why go: Stangford Lough is a vast tidal inlet which has plenty of islands and wooded shores to explore that are just bursting with Autumn colours! It’s a haven for wildlife like seals, who are often found surfacing and popping up beside peoples' boards. Conditions can change with the tide so it’s best for those who already have that experience of paddling on moving water and not recommended for people who are new to paddleboarding.

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