A scenic view of the Little Manatee River

Welcome to our web site, and to the little corner of the world we live and paddle in. Whether you are a first time paddler or a full-out paddle sports enthusiast, we hope you will find that our services, facilities and waterways combined will give you a great nature and paddling experience.

The Canoe Outpost on the Little Manatee River is located on the Gulf coast of Florida in southern Hillsborough County. We are near the cities of Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Bradenton and Sarasota. So, whether you are visiting our area or live here, we are less than an hour’s drive away and our trips are a great way to spend a part or all of your day.

We offer canoe and kayak rentals for self-guided trips on the Little Manatee River, Cockroach Bay, and the Braden River, as well as tubing on the Little Manatee River. We provide the transportation so you can go with the flow.  We can also coordinate group trips on other local rivers. Tent camping for groups or individuals, RV sites and furnished cabin rentals are also available.  

The Canoe Outpost on the Little Manatee River is also part of the Canoe Outpost family with locations on the Peace River, Santa Fe River and the Suwannee River. We invite you to check out the Canoe Outpost web site at www.Canoeoutpost.com.


2 Day Get-A-Way Special


Stay 2 nights in our fully furnished
Little Manatee Cabin
including 2 days of canoe or kayak
paddling trips for only
$199


Double occupancy - Save up to $78 - Kids stay Free

The Canoe Outpost Cabin