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Canoe & Kayak Rental

Make your own trip for a quick hour's getaway or an afternoon.  We'll provide everything you need, including enough paddling instruction to get you going if you're a beginner.

At the Chicago launch you cruise the Chicago River, a winding stream where herons stalk the shallows for fish and turtles bask on logs, right on the city's north side. 

From the Lagoons launch you paddle a lovely set of wooded ponds connected by narrow paddling channels.

Guided Paddling

We offer guided trips for all interests and abilities, including weekly Skyscraper Canyon trips through downtown, Moonlight Dinner Paddles along the north branch, and River Rambles on quieter nearby streams.

To get a workout while making some paddling friends, join our Cardio Kayak groups on weekday evenings in Chicago.  Or if you want to push yourself against competition, try the First Friday Race.  

Contact us by e-mail at info@chicagoriverpaddle.com. To reserve, e-mail a day in advance or call one of the numbers above at left.