
Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) and foil boarding have become popular water sports for fun and exercise in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. The calm inland waters offer a perfect training ground for those new to the sport. For the more adventurous, the Gulf provides an even greater challenge, depending on surf conditions. The great news is that you don’t have to choose when visiting the Alabama Gulf Coast. All the best spots are close in proximity and easy to access.
You’re probably familiar with paddleboarding but may have never heard of foil boarding. A foil board is a small surfboard with a hydrofoil (a winged fin) that’s submerged below the water and causes the board to sit a few feet above the surface. Riding a foil board is similar to surfing or skateboarding, and being above the waves gives riders the sensation of flying.
Coyote Beach Sports
Coyote Beach Sports is your rental headquarters on the Alabama Gulf Coast. We rent Slingshots, kayaks, surfboards, skimboards, paddleboards, bikes...
Hudson Marina Jetski and Boat Rental
Hudson Marina Jetski has great prices and the largest inventory on the island. Our inventory includes double decker slide boats...
Foil Gulf Coast
Come fly across the pristine waters on a Lift3 eFoil surfboard. Foil Gulf Coast provides a premier watersports experience, exploring...
Happy Harbor Watersports
Happy Harbor is the Island’s Watersports Headquarters! We are a family-owned and operated company that has been providing fun on...
Gulf Coast Rental Co.
Gulf Coast Rental Co shares your obsession for a stress-free vacation. We know about your long history of packing the...
E-Bikes and Boards LLC
Rent one of the coolest TREK Electra E-bikes, an Ocean Kayak, or a BOTE Paddleboard and set out on your...
Pleasure Island Divers
Your adventure in paradise begins at Pleasure Island Divers on the Alabama Gulf Coast. We offer PADI scuba training and...
Parasail Sky Surfer
Sky Surfer is a 15-passenger USCG certified parasail boat. We depart from the Perdido Beach Resort Pier, located across the...
Flora-Bama Marina & Watersports
Inshore & Offshore Fishing Charters, Watersport Rentals - Pontoon Boats, Double Decker Pontoons with a slide, Jet Skis, Kayaks, Stand...
Main Event Beach Service
Elevate your Alabama, gulf coast experience with Main Event Beach Service. From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, we orchestrate unforgettable...
Pure Aloha Adventures
At Pure Aloha Adventures, a woman-owned and operated business, we pride ourselves in providing an unforgettable experience exploring the local...
GO Go Kayaks and more LLC
We deliver the fun! Daily, weekly kayak rentals, and stand-up paddleboards available. Paddling is a fantastic group activity that anyone...
Alabama Extreme Watersports Inc.
We are your destination for extreme rentals and tours in Orange Beach. Located at Bear Point, we offer daily jet...
Down Under Dive Shop
Discover high-quality snorkeling equipment for sale or rent, thrilling beach dives and local charter excursions, as well as PADI-certified dive...



Favorite Places to Paddle & Foil Board
Renting Paddleboard & Foil Board Gear
You don’t have to haul your gear, either! Specialty rental companies are ready and waiting to deliver just what you need for an outing. Check out our rental company listings and plan your trip now. They will even deliver it if you need to rent gear. Our rental companies even offer lessons with certified instructors if you want some training before taking off on your own.
Are you ready to take a stand? Plan your Gulf Shores trip now. Join the many enjoying the SUP and foil board trend year-round on Alabama’s Gulf Coast. Whether you want to relax and glide or challenge your core with a workout, Gulf Shores and Orange Beach have the spot for you. Paddleboarding and foil boarding are sure to add excitement to your next visit. Be sure to check out other exciting water activities, including kayaking, Jet Skiing, and parasailing