# Go Paddling

> Find paddling locations for kayaks, canoes & paddleboards. 25,000+ locations!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.milabs.paddling.MainPagePack](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.milabs.paddling.MainPagePack)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.milabs.paddling.MainPagePack`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** VerticalScope Inc
- **Category:** TRAVEL\_AND\_LOCAL
- **Downloads:** 503,638
- **Rating:** 1.43 / 5 (1,159 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.4.1.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-03-23
- **First published:** 2012-07-18
- **Publisher country:** CA
- **Size:** 13 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.milabs.paddling.MainPagePack)
- **Website:** [http://www.paddling.com/](http://www.paddling.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://paddling.com/privacy/](https://paddling.com/privacy/)

## Description

Go Paddling is your ultimate companion for kayaking, canoeing, and stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). Featuring over 25,000 paddling locations worldwide, this Chrome extension helps you find the perfect launch spots easily through an interactive map. Each site includes valuable details shared by fellow paddlers, ensuring you have up-to-date information.

Beyond browsing, users can contribute by adding new locations and sharing comments on existing sites, fostering a vibrant community of paddle enthusiasts. Created by paddling.com, Go Paddling is completely free and designed to enhance your paddling adventures, no matter where you are.

## Rankings

- #99,720 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.milabs.paddling.MainPagePack.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users appreciate that Go Paddling helps find paddling launch points and includes helpful safety features. However, the app suffers from missing vital location details, frequent errors, and broken account/login functionality. Map pin accuracy issues and a poor user interface further hamper usability. Many feel the app has declined significantly and become practically useless without key information and community contributions.

### Pros

- Helpful for finding paddling launch locations with map indicators.
- Provides safety features such as trip details accessible to friends and family.
- Allows users to add photos and comments about locations.
- Some users find the app interface generally usable and appreciate its existence as a dedicated paddling resource.
- Can be useful for beginners or those looking for less crowded paddling spots.

### Cons

- App frequently shows errors like "sorry, we can't find this information" for launch site details, making locations unusable.
- Most location details (directions, amenities, user comments) are missing or unavailable.
- Account creation and login processes are troublesome and often fail with server errors.
- Pins on the map are sometimes inaccurately placed, making real-world location finding difficult.
- The interface is considered unintuitive and clunky by multiple users, with annoying features like repeated lifejacket reminders.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.milabs.paddling.MainPagePack)