Quick Details
Duration: 3-6 hours
Shuttle Times: 9:30 am, 10:30 am, and 11:30 am.
Ages: 4+
A Peaceful Paddle on the Russian River!
This morning trip takes you down a quaint section of a five-mile stretch of the Russian River that starts north of Healdsburg. This is a three to six-hour paddle with a 3:30 p.m. checkout time. Paddle a canoe or kayak on this self-guided trip, rated as Class I flow with enough current to keep you navigating and negotiating through over-hanging trees and a few sandbars. Our trip spans a beautiful section for swimming, picnicking, fishing and enjoying an abundance of wildlife.
How it Works
Park at Healdsburg Veteran’s Memorial Beach. Check-in at River’s Edge headquarters where our friendly staff will assist you with the check-in process and help to get you outfitted. Shortly after, we shuttle you five miles upriver, (15-minute drive), where our accomplished beach staff prepare you with a safety talk, help you pack your boat, and provide paddling instruction as needed. We provide PFD’s for adults, children, and dogs. Then you’re on your own to make your way down the river at your leisure back to headquarters, where you checked in.
We do not have food for sale, but you are welcome to bring your own picnic lunch or order food from Memorial Beach Market & Deli located across the bridge.
What to Expect on the River
The Russian River is a low flow sandbar river during the summer period. The average depth is knee to waist deep with shallow sandbars and swimming holes deeper than 10 feet. The upper river, where we operate, is recognized for clarity and consistent flow as well as wildlife such as herons, egrets, turtles, osprey, various waterfowl, deer, and an occasional eagle or otter.
The Russian River is lake fed and very comfortable for swimming. There are deep pools, shallow riffles, and occasional sandbars that may cause you to briefly get out of your boat to pass through.
Join us for an enjoyable Russian River canoe trip or kayak excursion. Book now!
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Included in your paddling package is your boat rental, paddles, PFD, and tie downs for your gear.
You will receive at no extra charge: Use of a dry bag, cooler (limited supply), sunglass straps, hair ties, zip lock bags, and a net garbage bag. We also provide dog vest.
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Dress in layers – swimsuit, light clothing, a warm shirt, and dry clothes for after your trip. Wear water shoes, tennis shoes, or sandals with straps. Flip flops are not recommended!
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Think in terms of packing with everything attached to you or your boat.
We provide tie downs for your ice chest and gear – you are welcomed to bring your own bungee, rope, or straps.
Bring hat, sunglasses with strap, and sunscreen. Plenty of water and snacks or lunches.
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No Fireworks! No hard alcohol!
No money, jewelry, electronics, or valuables.
No negative or rude behavior. -
There are NO REFUNDS. If you must cancel your trip, you may receive credit towards a future River’s Edge Trip.
Self-Guided Trips: If your party or any individual in your party cancels at least 24 hours prior to your scheduled trip date you will be issued full credit towards a future River’s Edge Trip. However, taxes and fees are non-refundable.
Cancellations occurring on the day of your trip are not eligible for any trip credit. Most reservations may be transferred to a qualified person substituted by you for your space. No credit will be given to no-shows. Most reservations may be transferred to a qualified person substituted by you for your space.