Hudson River Solo Kayak Adventure | Paddle With me S1 E06 Hudson River, NY

Welcome to Paddle With Me (PWM) Episode 06! In this 20-minute adventure I launch my PakaYak from Hastings-on-Hudson, NY intending to fish—but the day turns into a 10-mile round trip paddle to the Tappan Zee (Mario M. Cuomo) Bridge and back. From sheltered shoreline stretches to the broad river beneath the bridge, this trip is all about river miles, skyline views, and the unexpected route that makes paddling SO rewarding.

I was inspired to kayak here after watching ‪@TwoFeetOutdoors‬ video:    • Urban Kayaking Adventure | Exploring the H...  

This edited journey was filmed entirely on my iPhone 17 Pro (I forgot my DJI), handling currents and wakes, and the changing scenery as I head upriver. Whether you’re new to paddling or a seasoned kayaker, you’ll get practical glimpses of open-water navigation, kayak fishing from a sit-on-top, and pacing for longer urban paddles.

Along the way I give an honest look into fishing from a kayak on the Hudson, how I manage wind and boat traffic, and lessons learned on a longer outing when plans change. Expect quiet stretches and plenty of river time.

Have favorite Hudson River fishing spots or tips for long paddle days? Drop them in the comments!

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Join me for another chapter of paddling—10 miles to the Tappan Zee and back, 20 minutes of river adventure you won’t want to miss!


00:00 Hook
00:25 intro
02:10 Start up river
03:00 shout-out to twofeetoutdoors
03:25 calm paddle up the Hudson River
07:00 nearing the bridge
08:16 barge speaks on channel 16
09:00 barge passing by
10:00 1 foot swells from the boat
11:00 turning back, heading south
13:00 starting to feel the lack of food
16:00 really slowing down
18:30 making it back to the launch point