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Half Day Trip

Starting Kayak Pricing

Group Size

Weekday

Weekend

1 – 9 People

$41
$50

10 – 19 People

$38
$44

20 – 29 People

$36
$42

30+ People

$34
$40

Note:

  • Group rates are provided to groups who make an advance reservation and one form of payment.

Quick Details:

Ages: Ages 3+ & 30lbs
Duration: 3-5 Hours
Distance: 7 Miles
Pricing Info: $50
  • Rentals
    • Kayaks: 1 Person per Kayak
    • Tandem Kayaks: 2 people per tandem kayak
    • Canoes: Must have 2 people per Canoe. One child 3-12 can ride in the MIDDLE of the canoe free if Water levels allow. Child MUST BE at least 30 lbs.
  • Hauls – Bring your own boat
    • Haul Single-Seat Kayaks & Haul Canoes/Tandems: Bring your own boat, life jacket and paddle!
    • Price is per boat, Life jacket and paddles available for rent.
  • Add-ons
    • Seat Cushions
    • Seat Backs: Canoe use only
    • Cooler Floats: Holds up to a 19″ x 28″ cooler
  • Weekday/Weekend Rates
    • Weekday: Monday – Thursday
    • Weekend: Friday, Saturday and Sunday

 

  • Guests who bring their own boat must provide their own paddle and life jacket (PFD). Life jackets (PFDs) are required. Rentals for paddles ($10), Life Jackets (PFDs) ($5) can be rented on-site.

Enjoy Your Half-Day Canoeing or Kayaking Trip!

Our most popular trip! A relaxing float with seven miles of riffles, rapids and deep pools perfect for swimming, fishing and picnicking. This trip begins with a short bus ride to our private boat launch and ends in Milltown. Paddle at your own pace. trip takes 3-5 hours

Our half-day trip starts 7 miles upstream from our Milltown base and showcases upper Blue River. You will be transported to the river via bus. At our private ramp, our friendly staff will help you into your canoe or kayak.

Paddle at you own pace, relax and enjoy all blue river offers including rapids, islands and sandbars for picnicking, nature, wildlife and springs.

Keep in mind, the property along Blue River is privately owned. Stay within the banks of the river and respect private property owners.

As you near the end of your trip our take out ramp is on your right just before the blue Milltown Bridge. Your river trip concludes here at our boat ramp, where your vehicle is parked.

More info

This trip will take between 3 and 5 hours. Time varies based upon river conditions and your personal pace. You may take longer to fish, picnic, swim, or explore. However, you must return before 8pm. Sightseeing varies based on river conditions and time of year.

What to bring

  • Bathing suit
  • Sunscreen
  • Water
  • Sunglasses
  • Hat
  • Snacks

Starting Kayak Pricing

Group Size

Weekday

Weekend

1 – 9 People

$41
$50

10 – 19 People

$38
$44

20 – 29 People

$36
$42

30+ People

$34
$40

Note:

  • Group rates are provided to groups who make an advance reservation and one form of payment.




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