Signing up was straightforward. Be prepared to look for a trailer at the back of a residential apartment complex parking lot. Once there, it's a tiny walk to the kayaks and dock. Entry is well supervised and easy. We chose the Blue Moon kayaking tour. Loaded up at sunset with little lanterns, paddled along a tributary of the Severn River to admire the sky, trees, birds. sailboats, pleasant architecture of the residences on the banks. Quite serene but if you're expecting Nature Only, you'll be disappointed because it is surprisingly built up. Still we enjoyed it immensely bc we'd never seen this lifestyle before. Our guide was informative about the ecosystem and everyone got to enjoy the blue moonrise. Paddling back in the dark was fine. Loved rocking in the wake of a passing boat or two. Highly recommend. read more

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The staff was amazing and the water was perfect!!! I love this location; there is a lot less boat traffic than the other location. read more

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I've gone to Capital SUP a few times for paddle boarding. Every time I've gone I've had a great time. The staff is friendly and helpful. The equipment is in great condition. There are two locations. I've only been to the marina side. On the marina side, you get beautiful views and see the bay bridge. However, the water can be pretty bumpy in some places since boats go in and out. It's about 10-15 minutes from downtown Annapolis. Free parking. An hour of rental is about $30. read more

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My kids loved the camp this summer. Life vests and paddle boards were provided. The counselors were wonderful and so kind to my kids. Great experience. read more

Friendly staff and loved the ease of booking my tour. It was my first time kayaking but Kevin gave me great tips that made me comfortable on the water. I went with a group of friends and we all enjoyed the Quiet Waters location and overall experience. Our favorite was the walk there--beautiful trail and time spent in nature! read more

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I truly love and appreciate Capital SUP and their offerings. While this season wasn't that great due to air quality from the wild fires and rain, safety was their top priority. This season was a first for their Nautilus Point and I'm glad they found another location where we can kayak around staring at all the lovely boats. They also have a location at Quiet Waters Park. They do offer monthly, seasonal or per rental options. You can rent kayaks, stand up paddle boards (SUP), canoes, and a few other options. They also offer event rides and the best one is when the Blue Angels are in town. Everyone that works here is super friendly and kind. Looking forward to next season. read more

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I went with a group and one of my friends set everything up so I don't have a lens into the booking experience. Staff were friendly, pleasant, and knowledgeable. They provided good customer service. Only bummer was we started a little late because we were waiting on safety devices (life vests and waist safety bands) from a previous group. Staff were aware and calmly apologetic for the late start. The supplies all seemed in very reasonable condition. Had a nice time on the water. The view while on the water is a lot of boats, not nature so much, but that's to be expected with this location. One of my friends saw a ton of snakes near the dock. It's okay, nature needs a place among us... just be mindful when entering and exiting the water on the left! Would definitely go back! read more

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My 10 year old daughter attended the Full day summer camp for a week in the middle of July (it was soooo HOT this week). She is an average swimmer and had a little exposure to paddle boarding. By the end of the week when I asked her if she liked it, she said she LOVED it. She learned a lot, enjoyed being outdoors and met new friends (kids and counselors alike!) Highly recommend this activity! Will hopefully be back for more in the future! read more

We went to the Quiet waters location and it was a blast. Our instructor, Jack, got us set up and by the end I felt like a pro. He was a huge help teaching us about the different boards and competitions for Stand Up Paddle boarding. Great time and a great workout. Would highly recommend. read more

Fun activity to try! I've meaning to try paddle boarding for the longest time so it was nice to find a nearby place to try it. The staff was helpful and it was a pleasant experience overall. read more

Booked our reservation online and and signed the electronic waiver for 2 hours SUP rental a couple days before. Thanks to an offer code on Yelp, we got 15% off. Others mentioned taking lessons in Spa Creek, but since we were on our own, we launched in Back Creek and were limited to its perimeter. Back Creek is basically a marina with lots of boats docked (use the Google satellite to see what I'm talking about). We had to watch out for boats and paddle out of their way at times. There are a few spots where it's quiet and you can relax a bit. I was pleased with going for 2 hours, as I think 1 hour would have been rushing it a bit. Service at Capital SUP was terrific and the process went smoothly to get our boards and paddles. You are required to wear either a life jacket or a life belt that looks like a fanny pack. They don't have nice restroom facilities but porta-potties. There is a drop off point right in front, but you can't park there. Their parking lot is a few hundred yards walk on a trail (about 5 minutes walk). read more

Tried stand up paddleboarding for the first time and it was fun! We were walk-ins on a Saturday afternoon and they easily fit us in without too long of a wait. Just signed the waiver and paid. My critique would be: I wish we got more detailed instructions. The 2 groups head of us got more information. Things I wish they told me: best way to stand up without falling, you should flex your feet or they'll start hurting, how to get back in if you fall off, etc. Thankfully I was listening. Even after telling the employee that it was my first time and that I was nervous, he didn't provide any additional tips, just said "You'll do great". I'm also glad I did some reading on standup paddleboarding so I wasn't totally lost. Other things to note: - They do have a porto potty where you can change. - They have unlocked cubbies. - They do have a water fountain. - Plenty of areas to chill and wait before and after your session. - Parking isn't on site but there is a gravel road that connects the parking lot to Capital SUP. If you take the scenic route, you need to take a right up the stairs, then another right at the fork. It would've been helpful to have ONE more sign. read more

My daughter and I decided to go paddleboarding before she left for college. We were thrilled with our experience. The Quiet Waters Park location is absolutely beautiful! Very peaceful and clean. Jack provided us with a mini lesson and was so patient. We spent a relaxing late afternoon enjoying the warm, calm waters and gorgeous scenery. We cannot wait to go back! read more

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Absolutely the BEST Learning Experience I have had in a very long time and travel and take many excursions! Sophie was absolutely a Gem! so patient. extremely knowledgeable and pleasant to spend the afternoon with. I will definitely be signing up for membership. As a first time paddle boarder - my goal was to learn the basics of the Paddle world, get comfortable with the equipment, get comfortable with paddling while kneeling to get the feel of balance before actually standing. she did not force anyone to stand so I accomplished my Goals. I will go out again, feel the comfort and maybe on third lesson take a stab at actually standing - and if I don't succeed I will keep trying knowing that I understand the basics and feel comfortable with the equipment and my surroundings. I have sent our Grandsons to GROM Camp now it's my turn! Thankful for the absolutely wonderful Experience and highly recommend. read more

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We went to Quiet Waters. Beautiful place. Quiet as the name implies. Good for beginners as the water is flat and there are not many other boats. We saw herons and a cute family of ducks. Everything went smoothly. Staff were great in helping us in and out of the water. Will go again soon. read more

I love CapSUP! We have been going to 2 summers as a family and we love it more every time we go! The instructors are amazing, fun and keep us safe, and the owner and family are incredible! I will be purchasing a memebership next because of how much my family and I love to go! read more

Went for Ladies Night on a Friday. It was great! I brought my own inflatable paddle board so I did not have to pay. My friend and I paddled out in Spa Creek and it was great! Very pretty. The staff were great with assisting us in and out of the water and on and off the boards. You go by yourself without the staff. They provide waist life jackets. read more

I have nothing to say but great things about Capital SUP! I took my 3 year old kayaking for the first time and the whole process was seamless. They even had waterproof phone cases to rent/buy so I could capture photos on the water. Definitely looking forward to trying paddle boards next! read more

We engaged Capital SUP to provide paddle boards and kayaks for guests at our 10th business anniversary picnic at the Annapolis Maritime Museum-Ellen Moyer Park. Kevin was great to work with! He and his staff took wonderful care of all our guests, keeping them happy floating on the water on a beautiful day. Thanks, Capital SUP, for making our event wonderful! - Lea Hurt, Marketing Director, CovingtonAlsina read more

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We rented kayaks and paddle boards on our recent stay. They delivered them and pickEd them up. Could not have been easier. The price was very reasonable. They provided some quick training and we were ready to go. Everyone loved it. What a great place. Would definitely recommend it read more

I have been going paddle boarding every summer when back in town for the past decade. Capital SUP is my go to. I have been to all three locations. This was my first time at the new Back Creek location, the staff as always, were great. They were efficient and made the experience awesome. They even recommended a board to use that was great for my French Bulldog who loved being able to comfortably lay out, thanks! I would recommend Capital SUP to anyone visiting or local, and locals especially to grab a membership, definitely worth it. read more

I was new paddling but their helped me understand how to stand and paddle. I love coming down here for a bit to clear my head and is definitely worth the drive to Annapolis if you're in Baltimore! read more

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I really love Capital SUP Eastport location. The staff is so friendly and helpful. They are patient and laidback, but efficient. I'm so happy every time I come here to hang out with friends on the water or take a yoga class on the boards. Can't wait to come back again and again. read more

Reasonable prices and friendly staff! We rented the kayaks and it was a very smooth process. There really isn't that large of an area for you to paddle around in. It's pretty much just a marina but this was our first time in this area so we didn't know what to expect. We all had a great time regardless. read more

What a fabulous afternoon! We had a group of 8 teen girl scouts and 3 moms, all complete beginners. Kevin and Kyler did a superb job leading us up the creek, doing a little impromptu Flo yo and then back. These guys love what they do and this unique business model provides a great service to the community. They've got a great work ethic and we will definitely be back. read more

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The staff was great and check in was fast. The rental fee is appropriate and there are discounts for locals and military. We rented SUP boards-the hour was a perfect amnt of time. Beautiful area. Open till 8. Last rental at 7. Can check in on line too. read more

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We visited on Sunday morning for single kayaks for 4 people. We were greeted upon entering the location with friendly good mornings and a willingness to help. We were promptly served, it was early and there weren't any other people there so we go out a few minutes early. They asked if we had any questions, told us where to/not to go, and sent us on our way. On our return, we were greeted again, they made sure we had a good time and wiped down/sanitized the equipment after each use. We can't wait to go back. read more

I can't say enough good things about Capital SUP. It's my second time going and I took my parents, brother and in-laws to kayak/SUP. Unfortunately my dad fell in the water () and his phone fell out of his protection pouch. They not only pulled him out of the water and got him back into a kayak but the employees also took his phone and worked on drying it while we were on the water. They ended up saving his phone from water damage-- Talk about going the extra mile! Love this place 10/10 would recommend this place to anyone. read more

We enjoyed using their equipment. They were on time, professional and very easy to work with. We will use them again

They made it super easy to adjust our reservation when we showed up an hour and a half late. Quick and easy to get in the water and staff was friendly and helpful! read more

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I came for the 4th of july and the beach isn't opened also they don't allow ballons, so what's the point of coming and celebrate and they don't allow fireworks either, this is the worst celebration!! read more

Capital SUP is always so much fun! I go out for SUP yoga events, eco-tours, and paddles all the time. Their two locations offer beautiful views and the staff is always really nice and helpful. read more

Great price for renting paddleboards or kayaks and you can't beat the Bay Bridge views you get from their launch!

We had signed up for an event and had never been to Capital SUP before. We followed the address that was in the email sent to us right after we booked and that was also in a second email sent 2 days before the event. When we arrived, we were told we were at the wrong location and that the correct location was 1.5 hours away. We showed the onsite staff our email which he agreed was the wrong address and was very apologetic. The onsite staff was incredibly nice and accomdating and we were able to still rent paddle boards and have a great time. Unfortunately, when the owner, Kevin, called the next day to confirm our credit for missing the event, he was extremely rude. He told me that he "couldn't understand" how we could have "read the email wrong" and repeatedly insisted that he would only give me credit, not a refund (which I already agreed with and never mentioned a refund). When I rechecked the email I received 2 days prior to the event, it does indeed have the wrong address which is the location we drove to. I wasn't upset about the miscommunication until Kevin was rude for no reason and blaming us for something that was clearly wrong on their end. read more

Great hidden gem!!! My daughter and I are new to SUP and we went yesterday to check it out. We even got to start earlier than opening time because we got there early. Great equipment and lessons and very nice instructors! Great price and fun location for beginners and experienced alike. Make sure to pet Huck if you go!!! read more

What a fun activity! It was my first time and the area was easy to paddle on. I was able to stand up and paddle around. I really sweat and it was a good time. read more

We had fun! You have to know what you are doing though because they just got you situated on the board and said see ya later. Most places offer a lesson or something but we didn't need one so it was fine. The life jackets were like a fanny pack and that was so much better than the typical life jacket. We enjoyed our time. read more

We had a private lesson last year which went great. They are helpful with their tips and provide a calm environment to help you learn. We've since been back to rent and everything went smoothly. Most recently, we purchased a couple used boards and I couldn't say enough about how helpful they, Chris, in particular was in helping us get set up - from an extremely fair price for the boards and accessories to helping a rookie like myself getting it on the car. Highly recommend for any and all their services. read more

I signed up for a lesson on July 28, and it was so much fun. Kyle was an amazing, patient and a positive instructor. Plus there was no sales pitch to take more lessons. Kyle also gave a lot of great tips on effective strokes and turns. He never pushed me and was incredibly patient. We even did a couple of yoga poses on the paddle board. I would highly recommend Capital SUP! read more

I love this location to paddle board- pretty scenery, calm water. It was a breeze to rent a board online with minimal human interaction once I got there. They had cubbies not lockers but I felt that my keys and clothes were safe. Not a lot of parking but I was able to find a spot. I'd definitely recommend. read more