Body of water: The Potomac River, just north of Georgetown. Ways to get on it: Canoe, kayak, and standup-paddleboard rentals. Other draws: The C&O Canal towpath and the Capital Crescent Trail merge ...

You can find both at the various kayak rental outposts along the Potomac River. Boating in DC is the main company renting out kayaking and canoeing gear in D.C. proper. Four Boating in DC ...