Description
The all-in-one app for paddleboarders, kayakers, canoeists, and rowers. GPS tracking, route planning, race mode, live marine conditions, and one-tap safety — trusted by paddlers in 100+ countries.
Free to download. Works on iPhone and standalone on Apple Watch.
TRACK EVERY PADDLE
GPS tracking for distance, speed, pace, duration, and route maps. Every session lands in your digital logbook with notes, photos, and stats. Leave your phone on shore — Apple Watch tracks standalone.
NEW: RACE MODE
Push your limits. Race Mode turns PaddlePal into a competition tool with race-grade timing, splits, and analytics. Chase personal bests, compare laps, and see exactly where you gained or lost time.
PLAN YOUR NEXT PADDLE
Paddle Planner lets you design routes before you hit the water. Draw on the map, browse community routes, or import GPX files. Follow on-screen guidance during your session so you always know where you're heading.
STAY SAFE WITH PADDLESAFE
Share your precise What3Words location with the people who care. If something goes wrong, trigger an emergency alert to your contacts with a single tap. Paddle with confidence knowing someone always knows where you are.
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Live weather, wind, tide, and marine forecasts for every spot in PaddleFinder. Hour-by-hour conditions so you know exactly what to expect. No guessing — just check, plan, go.
DISCOVER 60,000+ PADDLE SPOTS
PaddleFinder is the world's largest paddlesport location guide. Search anywhere, read community reviews, check real-time conditions, and share your own discoveries with paddlers worldwide.
SYNCS WITH YOUR WORLD
Connects automatically with Apple Health and Strava so every paddle counts toward your goals.
WHAT PADDLERS ARE SAYING
"Best paddle app I've ever used. The tide forecasts alone are worth it."
"PaddleSafe gave my wife peace of mind while I was out on the lake."
"Finally an app built by people who actually paddle."
WHY PADDLEPAL?
Most paddle apps just track. PaddlePal combines GPS tracking, route planning, race mode, live marine conditions, 60,000+ community-rated spots, and real-time safety — all in one free download. Everything you need, nothing you don't.
BUILT FOR EVERY PADDLER
Whether you're a beginner exploring your local river, a fitness paddler chasing PBs, a racer on the start line, a touring kayaker planning multi-day trips, or a weekend SUP explorer — PaddlePal adapts to how you paddle.
UPGRADE TO PADDLEPAL PRO
Unlock the full experience: PaddleSafe emergency beacon, all 60,000+ PaddleFinder spots, hour-by-hour marine forecasts, advanced performance analytics including stroke rate, satellite trip maps, workout trimming, and GPX export.
Whether you SUP, kayak, canoe, or row — PaddlePal is built for paddlers, by paddlers. Download free today and join paddlers in 100+ countries.
Always use a waterproof case to protect your device while paddling.
PaddlePal subscription payments are charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. Auto-renewal may be turned off in Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited when a purchase occurs, where applicable.
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What's new (v2026.16)
Bug fixes and performance enhancements.