Best Paddle Board Apps & Games

177+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps & games
Updated May 2026

Whether you're new to paddle board or looking for an upgrade, our curated collection of 177+ iOS apps and games has something for everyone. Each app is reviewed and rated by real users, helping you make an informed decision.

Top Picks for Paddle Board

Paddle Ways - Lets Go Paddling#1

Paddle Ways - Lets Go Paddling by onwater llc

River & Lake Maps & Conditions
Editor's Choice
🗺️ Navigation
4.3😐(1.2K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#42in Navigation
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Discover and plan paddling adventures with detailed maps, real-time conditions, and route information. Find launch points, campsites, and weather forecasts to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip on rivers and lakes.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great resource for finding new paddling locations
  • 👍 Useful information on boat ramps and access points
  • 💡 Potential for detailed river mapping and navigation
  • 🚀 Helpful for planning logistics and trip details

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Incomplete or inaccurate data for many regions
  • 💰 Free version too limited, premium subscription required
  • 🔒 Issues with account deletion and location tracking
Paddle Logger: SUP & Kayaking#2

Paddle Logger: SUP & Kayaking by Paddle Logger Ltd.

Paddling Logbook & GPS Tracker
Strong Contender
💪 Health & Fitness
4.7😊(6.2K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This app helps paddlers track their journeys with GPS, providing detailed session data, safety features, and integration with Apple Health. It offers route planning, live location sharing, and performance analysis for various water sports.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great app for tracking paddling activities
  • 👍 Easy to use and navigate
  • 💡 Useful safety features like location sharing
  • 👍 Integrates well with Apple Watch

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 App crashes or stops recording during sessions
  • 🔋 High battery drain on Apple Watch
  • 🔒 Concerns over required access to health data
Go Paddling#3

Go Paddling by VerticalScope Inc.

Kayak, Canoe, Paddleboard Spot
Worth Considering
🌟 Lifestyle
3.7😐(204 ratings)
FreeAds
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Discover over 25,000 paddling locations for kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards. Find nearby spots with user comments and trip reports, or contribute your own discoveries. Get on the water easily with this comprehensive guide.

What We Love

  • 👍 Great app for finding kayak/SUP launch sites
  • 💡 Allows users to add new locations and photos
  • 🚀 Helpful for planning trips and finding new places to paddle

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 App crashes and bugs after recent updates
  • ⚠️ Outdated information and lack of user engagement
  • 🗺️ Missing key details like water conditions, hazards, and amenities

More Paddle Board apps to explore

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FarOut: Hike, Bike, Paddle
FarOut: Hike, Bike, Paddle
FarOut: Hike, Bike, Paddle
Hiking, Biking, & Paddling
Free

This app provides reliable offline navigation for long-distance adventures like hiking, biking, and paddling. It offers trusted trail data, detailed waypoint information, and a check-in feature to share your location with loved ones. Explore the world with confidence, even in remote areas.

Offline navigational guidesExtensive global route coverageTrusted, official trail data
🗺️ Navigation
(26K)
free with in-app purchases
5
PaddleSpot
PaddleSpot
PaddleSpot
Discover & share paddle spots
Free

Find and share paddleboarding and kayaking launch spots. Discover new locations, read reviews with photos and safety tips, and save your favorite spots for future adventures. Join a community of paddlers to help grow the platform.

Discover paddle launch spotsBrowse by location mapRead and leave reviews
🗺️ Navigation
(7)
free
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Windfinder: Wind & Weather map
Windfinder: Wind & Weather map
Windfinder: Wind & Weather map
Tides, waves & storm forecast
Free

Get detailed wind, wave, tide, and weather forecasts for over 160,000 locations worldwide. Access real-time measurements from thousands of weather stations and animated wind maps for a global overview. Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and professionals needing precise weather data.

Detailed wind and weather forecastsReal-time wind and weather measurementsTide forecasts
☀️ Weather
(6.4K)
freemium
7
PADL
PADL
PADL
Outdoor Recreational Rentals
Free

Rent paddle boards conveniently through an automated system. Locate the nearest rental station and unlock a board to start your ride anytime. Enjoy effortless outdoor recreation.

Automated paddle sport rentalsFind nearest rental stationsUnlock and ride paddle boards
⚽ Sports
(79)
free with in-app purchases
8
GoSUP - Paddle- and Watersport
GoSUP - Paddle- and Watersport
GoSUP - Paddle- and Watersport
Best watch app for watersport
Free

Record, log, and analyze your stand-up paddle tours with this companion app. It uses your Apple Watch sensors to track paddle strokes, water temperature, and GPS data, offering detailed reports and a compass for navigation. Syncs with HealthKit and offers convenient lock screen controls.

Record and log paddle toursAnalyze paddle strokes and efficiencyDetect water contact and temperature
💪 Health & Fitness
(74)
free with in-app purchases
9
AllTrails: Hike, Bike & Run
AllTrails: Hike, Bike & Run
AllTrails: Hike, Bike & Run
Chemins Randonnée Trail VTT GR
Free

Discover and navigate over 500,000 trails worldwide for hiking, biking, and running. Find detailed reviews, plan your adventures with GPS and offline maps, and share your experiences with a community of outdoor enthusiasts.

Trail discovery by location and interestGPS turn-by-turn navigationOffline map downloads
💪 Health & Fitness
(1M)
free with in-app purchases
10
Watersports Tracker - Surfing
Watersports Tracker - Surfing
Watersports Tracker - Surfing
Paddle Surf Kite Foil Windsurf
Free

Track your watersports sessions with detailed statistics like distance, duration, and speed. Analyze past activities, add notes, and monitor heart rate data. Syncs with the Health app and updates activity rings.

Track distance, duration, and speedSession playback and analysisSave session notes
⚽ Sports
(1.4K)
subscription
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Buoycast: NOAA Marine Weather
Buoycast: NOAA Marine Weather
Buoycast: NOAA Marine Weather
Buoy Data, Marine Forecast
Free

Access real-time marine weather observations from NOAA buoys and NOAA marine forecasts. Get tide predictions, hourly forecasts, and stay updated on watches and advisories. Pro features include interactive weather maps and custom notifications.

Real-time buoy observationsNOAA marine forecastsTide predictions
☀️ Weather
(13K)
freemium
12
Tide Charts
Tide Charts
Tide Charts
Tides, Weather & Radar Near Me
Free

Access worldwide tidal estimates, lunar data, and weather forecasts. Plan outdoor adventures with ease using current radar and offline predictions. Supports Apple Watch and includes a Today Extension for quick access.

Worldwide tidal estimatesLunar dataWeather forecast
☀️ Weather
(107K)
free with in-app purchases
13
GeoSUP
GeoSUP
GeoSUP
Stand Up Paddleboarding
Free

This app is a dedicated tracking and spot guide for stand-up paddleboarding. It allows users to record their paddling sessions, analyze performance, and discover new locations. Connect with a global community of paddleboarders, share experiences, and contribute to a growing network of SUP spots.

Track paddle sessions with speed, distance, and wind dataLive Share location tracking for friends and familyAnalyze performance metrics in user profiles
⚽ Sports
(55)
free
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Windy.com
Windy.com
Windy.com
NOAA Radar, Hurricanes, Alerts
Free

This app offers advanced weather forecasting with over 50 detailed maps and 15 weather models, including live radar, satellite imagery, and hurricane tracking. It provides customizable alerts for storms, wind, and snow, making it ideal for outdoor activities and aviation.

Live weather radar & satelliteOver 50 weather maps15+ weather models
☀️ Weather
(77K)
free with in-app purchases
15
Tides Near Me
Tides Near Me
Tides Near Me
Find Nearby Tides and Currents
Free

Get tide charts and current predictions worldwide. See water levels, high/low tide times, and sun/moon data at a glance. Plan your outdoor activities with ease.

Nearby tide and current stationsGraphical tide chartsReadable tide tables
☀️ Weather
(159K)
free with in-app purchases
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Paddle Paddle
Paddle Paddle
Paddle Paddle
paddle boating tracker
Free

Track your paddle sports adventures with detailed metrics like speed, pace, and distance. Set targets, review past rides with speed visualizations, and integrate with heart rate monitors and HealthKit. Export your data and share your progress.

GPS path trackingSpeed and pace metricsTarget setting
💪 Health & Fitness
(352)
free with in-app purchases
17
PaddlePal: SUP & Kayak Tracker
PaddlePal: SUP & Kayak Tracker
PaddlePal: SUP & Kayak Tracker
Paddleboard GPS & Logbook
Free

Track your paddlesports adventures with real-time conditions, GPS tracking, route planning, and safety features. Discover over 60,000 paddle spots and log your sessions with notes and photos. Syncs with Apple Health and Strava.

Real-time weather, wind, tide, and marine forecastsGPS tracking for distance, speed, and route mapsCustom route planning and import
💪 Health & Fitness
(2)
free with in-app purchases
18
Swelldone - Virtual Row+Paddle
Swelldone - Virtual Row+Paddle
Swelldone - Virtual Row+Paddle
Train and Downwind on your Erg
Free

Experience an open-world paddling game with realistic wave physics and dynamic swells. Connect your erg for immersive training, race head-to-head in multiplayer, and explore iconic real-world venues. Choose from various paddlers, vessels, and workouts to enhance your fitness and enjoy virtual ocean adventures.

Open-world ocean with realistic wave physicsMultiplayer virtual training and racingSelectable paddlers, vessels, and real-world venues
💪 Health & Fitness
(102)
subscription
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Georgia River Guide
Georgia River Guide
Georgia River Guide
Paddle Georgia’s Water Trails
Free

Explore Georgia's waterways with detailed information on over 40 water trails. Get live safety data, access points, river conditions, and points of interest for your next paddling adventure. Plan your trip with confidence and learn about river conservation.

Live safety data (water levels, temp, pH)Public access points and mileageRiver conditions and runnable levels
💪 Health & Fitness
(17)
free
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Row Row
Row Row
Row Row
Row your boat!
Free

Race down tropical rivers and white waters in various boats. Master paddling to climb leaderboards across 20 challenging levels with unique themes and unlockable watercraft. Play with friends and learn from others' replays.

Intuitive controlsMultiplayer with friends20 challenging levels
🎮 Games
(3.8K)
free with in-app purchases