Shuttle your own boat upstream, then float 8 miles back
2-3 hours
Shuttle service, paddles, PFD's
Use this shuttle service for your personal boat and gear on Upper Pine Creek. Start upstream in Gaines and float back to Pine Creek Outfitters.
A non-refundable $10 per person processing fee applies.
Non-refundable $10/person processing fee. Refund (minus $10/person) only with more than 48 hours notice; less than 48 hours gets no refund. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows charged full price; late arrivals may be no-show.
Shuttles leave each hour starting at 9:15 AM, with the last shuttle at 3:00 PM.
Park at the Pine Creek Outfitters store. You get shuttled upstream to start, then you float back and finish at Pine Creek Outfitters near your vehicle.
Wear proper footwear—no bare feet. Water shoes or old sneakers work best.
Pine Creek Outfitters gets high marks from most visitors for their friendly, knowledgeable staff and reliable service. Shannon and her team consistently deliver on shuttles and bike rentals, with reviewers praising their flexibility and responsiveness. The electric bikes are a popular choice for tackling the rail trail, though some riders note the seats could use more padding for longer rides. Staff members go the extra mile by offering helpful recommendations for hikes, overlooks, and places to eat along the route. The shuttle service runs smoothly, with pickups described as punctual and drivers who know the area well. A few visitors mentioned some quirks with booking policies, particularly around shuttle logistics for solo riders, though this doesn't seem to derail most experiences. One reviewer noted encountering an unfriendly phone interaction, but this appears to be an isolated incident rather than the norm. Overall, travelers appreciate the convenience of having bikes and shuttles coordinated in one place, making it easy to explore Pennsylvania's Grand Canyon without the hassle of arranging your own transportation.
My husband and I used the Canyon Valet to move our vehicle from the southern terminus of the West Rim Trail to the northern terminus while we backpacked over 3 days. This is great service! Wouldn't hesitate to recommend this to people considering a one way hike of the PA Grand Canyon. They were even so kind to park our car close to the end of the trail. We were exhausted and having to car close was like a spiritual hug. Thank you Pine Creek Outfitters for making our weekend excursion worry free.
Lorri Fechtman
April 13, 2026
My husband and I used the Canyon Valet to move our vehicle from the southern terminus of the West Rim Trail to the northern terminus while we backpacked over 3 days. This is great service! Wouldn't hesitate to recommend this to people considering a one way hike of the PA Grand Canyon. They were even so kind to park our car close to the end of the trail. We were exhausted and having to car close was like a spiritual hug. Thank you Pine Creek Outfitters for making our weekend excursion worry free.
Lorri Fechtman
April 13, 2026