6-Mile River Float in Noel
Float the Elk River by raft, canoe, kayak, or tube
Duration
3–8 hrs
Includes
Float rental, paddles, life vest
Highlights
Float the Elk River from Trestle Park in Ginger Blue to Wayside Campground in Noel. Choose the vessel that suits your group and set your own pace on the water.
- Explore a six-mile river route fed by three creeks
- Choose a raft, canoe, kayak, or tube for your float
- Drift at your own pace with time for stops along the way
- Pack food, drinks, drinking water, sun protection, and towels
Itinerary
- Arrive at Wayside to register and complete paperwork. Don't forget your ID! Reservation holder will need to show photo ID at registration.
- Once paperwork is complete, you will be shuttled to the put-in for your float.
- Relax and enjoy floating the river! You will float right back to where your vehicle is parked.
- Complete your float and check in all rental equipment by 6:00 PM
What's Included
- Reserved canoe, kayak, raft, or tube
- Paddles
- Personal flotation device
- Mesh trash bag
- Shuttle transportation for you and your rental
Important details
- Bring a photo ID for check-in; it must match the name on the card used for purchase
- Ages 21+ only to consume alcohol
- Leave glass and Styrofoam behind
- Coolers must be 52 quarts or smaller
- Dogs are not allowed on rafts; dogs on canoes and kayaks require prior approval
- Fishing is not allowed from rafts
- Children under 10 are not allowed in canoes
Cancellation Policy
Float reservations cancelled more than 14 days before arrival incur a 20% cancellation fee. Within 14 days, payments are nonrefundable. Floats run rain or shine; if extreme conditions prevent a noon start or the trip is called off, a rain check is issued based on availability.
Product ID: 2EAXTW
FAQs
Bring a photo ID matching the name on the card used for purchase, towels, drinking water, food and drinks, and sun protection. Paddles, personal flotation devices, mesh trash bags, and shuttle transportation are included.
Bring your own food and drinks. Alcohol consumption is limited to ages 21+. Leave glass and Styrofoam behind.
Bring a cooler no larger than 52 quarts. Dogs are not allowed on rafts; canoes and kayaks allow dogs only with prior approval.
Meeting details
Elk River Floats & Wayside Campground, 201 Minnow Springs Ave, Noel, MO 64854