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Cedar Key Boating
...kayak? pontoon? skiff?
Boating is quite popular in Cedar Key, whether you're fishing, sightseeing, bird-watching, kayaking, or just "paddling about". Due to the fairly shallow waters of the Gulf around Cedar Key, paying attention to tides is critical - don't get stranded by low tide!
There are several options for boating in Cedar Key - whether you bring your own boat, rent a boat or take a tour. You're sure to love boating in Cedar Key! Cedar Key Boat tour operators will take you out for a cruise around the islands, drop you off on one of the keys for a picnic, or will rent you a boat to enjoy your own Cedar Key adventures!
Cedar Key Boating Information
- Cedar Key Small Boat Meet
- The Cedar Key Small Boat Meet is always held on the 1st full weekend in May. 2011 will be the 27th year. Cedar Key is a small boater's paradise. You will love it! Some links and info about past Cedar Key Small Boat Meets:
- 2010 Small Boat Meet Photos
- 2009 Small Boat Meet Photos
- 2008 Video of Sailing at the Cedar Key Small Boat Meet
- 2007 Small Boat Meet Photos
- 2005 Small Boat Meet Photos
- Duckworks Magazine: Cedar Key 2007 Small Boat Gathering
- Narrative about Sailing to Cedar Key and the Small Boat Meet
- 2010 Small Boat Meet Photos
- Cedar Keys Weather and Forecasts
- Marine Forecast: NOAA Buoy in Cedar Key
Wind, temperature, and historical data.- Check the Tides in Cedar Key!
- Boating Rules and Safety
- Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation - Boating Safety
Boating basics, links to courses. The rules of the sea (in Florida).- Navigation Rules
For the serious boater. - Cedar Key Boat Rentals
- Cedar Key Island Hopper
Rent a boat right in the center of Cedar Key! Very convenient! - Cedar Key Boat Trip Maps
- Sea Kayaking in Cedar Key
Photos, satellite maps, routes! - Cedar Key Tour Boat Operators
- Tidewater Tours with Captain Doug
Our guests have taken Captain Doug's Tour and can't say enough good things about him and the wonderful experience her family had!- Wild Florida Kayak Tours
Several Cedar Key and southern Florida Big Bend destinations.- Lady Pirate Tours
22 foot pontoon boat for tours, weddings, fishing.
See the Cedar Key fishing page and the kayaking Cedar Keys page for more links!
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