Kayaking participation in the U.S. 2010-2024

Published by Statista Research Department, Apr 28, 2025

Over 21 million U.S. Americans went kayaking at least once in 2024, continuing the increasing popularity of this sport in the North American country since 2010. In 2024, recreational kayaking was the most popular form of the activity, with over 15.1 million enthusiasts participating in recreational kayaking at least once that year.

Number of kayaking participants in the United States from 2010 to 2024 (in millions)

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Release date

February 2025

Region

United States

Survey time period

2010 to 2024

Number of respondents

18,000*

Age group

6 years and older

Special properties

including people who participated in the activity at least once in each given year

Method of interview

Online survey

Supplementary notes

*Total number of respondents in 2024.
Figures were rounded.

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