Lacanau: paddle, canoe and relax just a stone’s throw from your campsite
Lacanau is a paradise for water sports enthusiasts, nature lovers and escape seekers. Whether you prefer the calm of the lake’s gentle waters or the energy of the Atlantic waves to practice your water sport, Lacanau offers you the best of both. Would you like to stay by the lake? Discover our family activities in Lacanau at the 4* Le Tedey campsite, such as paddle-boarding on the lake or an introduction to sailing, all in a natural setting surrounded by pine trees.
Water sports in Lacanau: a wide variety of sports on the lake
On this 2,000-hectare stretch of water, perfectly suited to families and beginners, you can enjoy a wide range of disciplines:
- Stand-up paddle: glide quietly over the water, observe nature and take time to enjoy your vacation.
- Canoeing or kayaking : venture to hidden coves or wooded shores for a rejuvenating nature outing.
- Sailing : the sensations are there on the lake, without the constraints of the ocean.
- Water skiing or wakeboarding : for those who love to glide, certain areas of the lake are dedicated to these activities.
- Safe swimming for the whole family: the waters are calmer than on the Atlantic coast, ideal for young children or for an introduction to water sports in Lacanau.
Why choose the lake? Because it combines unspoilt nature, pine forests, hiking and biking trails, and fresh water: perfect for a moment of relaxation or initiation.
Water sports at Lacanau-Océan
Looking for thrills on the nearby ocean? In just a few minutes by car, you’re on your way to the Atlantic and its powerful waves, perfect for surfing enthusiasts.
Water sports in Lacanau-Océan include :
- Surf
- Bodyboard
- Skimboard
- Kitesurfing
- Sail
The Lacanau-Océan resort is world-renowned for its ideal surfing conditions. The central beach, for example, is emblematic for surfers and has a supervised swimming area, ideal for safe beginners.
After enjoying your water sport in Lacanau, relax on the long sandy beaches, the ideal place to recharge your batteries and play with your children. Cycling or hiking in the pine forest after a session in the water is the perfect balance between nature and the sea.
Stay at Camping Le Tedey: a comfortable campsite between lake and ocean
At the foot of the lake, and just 7 minutes by car from the Atlantic, Le Tedey campsite is the ideal place to make the most of your watersports holiday in Lacanau.
We offer a wide range of services for a successful experience. Take advantage of a wide choice of accommodation (mobile homes, lodges, tiny houses, nomad tents) or spaciouspitches in the pine forest for your van. The environment itself is an asset: make the most of the lakeside, the peace and quiet and nature.
Our activities include
- Water sports equipment andaccess to the lake for paddling, canoeing, sailing… directly from the campsite.
- Facilities for the whole family: playground, kids’ club, entertainment… a real campsite with activities for your family.
- For convivial moments: mini-golf, beach volleyball, table tennis, lakeside parties…
- And, of course, the team offers a varied program of evening events and concerts. Make the most of every activity at the campsite to create unforgettable memories.
Everything you need to combine sport, nature and relaxation is at your fingertips. Leave with peace of mind, knowing that everything has been organized for you. Book your stay now with complete confidence.
For more information, find out more about the entertainment available at the campsite.
Whether you’re looking for relaxation, gentle thrills or sporty glide, Lacanau is the perfect destination for a water sport: start on the lake to warm up and have fun with the family, then dive into the surf atmosphere of the ocean! Camping Le Tedey will accompany you on your adventure from A to Z, whether you’re traveling solo, with a duo of vanlifers or with the whole family. Contact us now and treat yourself to an unforgettable, sporty vacation in Lacanau, between lake and ocean.
Published on 28/02/2026