3.5-Mile Ichetucknee River Paddle Rental
Drift through Ichetucknee River’s clear blue-green waterways at your own pace
Duration
1.5 to 2.0 hours
Includes
Life vests, paddles, shuttle
Highlights
Explore the Ichetucknee River’s blue-green waterways on a self-paced paddle. Follow the gentle current while taking in the surrounding sights and sounds of nature.
- Explore clear river waters by kayak, canoe, or stand-up paddleboard
- Follow the gentle current downstream at your own pace
- Take in the sights and sounds of the river corridor
- Share a relaxed paddle with family and friends
What's Included
- Personal flotation device
- Paddles
- Van or bus transportation to the north canoe launch
Important details
- Arrive 30 minutes before your activity start time; late arrival can forfeit your reservation and reserved vessel
- Bring your car keys; they are held as rental collateral and returned when your rental ends
- Bring your driver’s license to complete the waiver at check-in
- Travelers under 18 require an accompanying adult
- Park admission is not included in the listed price and costs $6 per car for up to 8 people, collected at the ranger station upon entry
- Keep alcohol, nicotine products, disposable items, coolers, food, speakers, water guns, and pets off the river; service animals are allowed
- Allow staff to inspect bags before launching
- Return your rental on time; late fees apply
- Weight limits apply: 308 lb for single sit-on-top kayaks, 287 lb for single sit-in kayaks, 573 lb for tandem sit-on-top kayaks, 507 lb for tandem sit-in kayaks, 1,063 lb for canoes, and 285 lb for stand-up paddleboards
- Expect possible early park gate closures due to capacity between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day weekend
Cancellation Policy
Receive a full refund with at least 24 hours' notice. For bookings made less than 24 hours before start, cancel before the following business day. No-shows are charged full price. No refunds for inclement weather; rescheduling is available. Receive a full refund if the operator cancels due to unforeseen circumstances.
Product ID: QNBUBF
FAQs
Between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day weekend, the gate may close early in the morning and reopen later in the day due to capacity. No exceptions are made after the gate closes.
No. Bring a set of car keys for your paddle rental. Your keys are held during the rental and returned when it ends; cell phones, credit cards, and driver's licenses are not accepted as collateral.
