Choose your raft, canoe, kayak, or tube for a 6-mile river float
3-8 hour trip
Up to 10 people
Equipment, PFD, Shuttle
Spend a day floating a relaxing six-mile stretch of river, starting at Trestle Park and ending at Wayside Campground in Noel. Pick your ride—raft, canoe, kayak, or tube—and use the included shuttle to get back after your trip.
Photo ID is required at check-in. No glass bottles and no coolers larger than 52 quarts. Dogs are not allowed on rafts and are only allowed on canoes and kayaks with prior approval; fishing is not allowed on rafts.
Float/camping: Cancel outside 14 days: 20% cancellation fee. Cancel inside 14 days: all payments nonrefundable. Reservations made inside 14 days are non-refundable. No-shows charged full price. Rain or shine; if extreme conditions prevent starting by 12 noon or float is called off, you get a rain check.
Yes. Bring your own food and drinks, and remember drinking water. You must be 21+ to consume alcohol. Do not bring glass or Styrofoam.
Bring a cooler that is 52 quarts or smaller, and do not use Styrofoam coolers.
No. Bring your own towels.
Trestle Park, 435 Elk Springs Road, Noel, Mo. 64854
Trestle Park sits right on the Elk River and offers a genuinely beautiful float experience when things click. Campsites launch directly onto the river, the bridge area is a solid swim spot, and staff like Rylan have earned real loyalty from repeat visitors who say the floats are consistently stress-free and well-organized. Weekday visits during slower seasons seem to bring out the best of what this place can offer. That said, the reviews tell two pretty different stories. A notable number of visitors have flagged serious issues with how certain staff handle customer interactions, and the complaints are specific and consistent enough to be worth knowing about before you go. Arriving early on busy weekends is also smart, as wait times can stretch significantly when the weather is nice. If you go in with the right expectations, especially on a quieter day, many people genuinely love this spot. The river itself is stunning, the camping setup is convenient, and regulars keep coming back for a reason. Just be aware that the experience can vary depending on who you encounter, and it's worth reading recent reviews before booking to get a feel for current conditions.
Shout out to Rylan! He always makes sure our float is stress free and taken care of! If you’re wondering which campground/floating service to use, I assure you, Elk River Floats is the one to choose. I am never disappointed after a day on their river !!! And don’t forget to stop at Shadow Lake (great spot for when you run out of drinks)
Esmeralda Guerra
September 1, 2025
Shout out to Rylan! He always makes sure our float is stress free and taken care of! If you’re wondering which campground/floating service to use, I assure you, Elk River Floats is the one to choose. I am never disappointed after a day on their river !!! And don’t forget to stop at Shadow Lake (great spot for when you run out of drinks)
Esmeralda Guerra
September 1, 2025