Shuttle Your Personal Kayak to the 5-Mile Launch
1 to 2 hours
Kayak transport, launch drop-off
Set out on a 5-mile trip in your own kayak without arranging transport to the launch. This shuttle service moves your personal kayak to the starting point.
Refunds are available with at least 7 days' notice, minus a $10 processing fee. In adverse weather or lightning, you may reschedule within one year.
Wear footwear other than flip flops; flip flops are not allowed.
Do not bring glass or Styrofoam coolers. Alcohol and outdoor activities do not mix; drinking can lead to legal repercussions from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).
Bring a life vest for each person on your vessel. Children under age 14 must wear a securely fastened life vest, and all life vests must be properly sized.
31251 Chieftain Dr, Logan, OH
Hocking Hills Adventures is clearly doing something right with their combination of river trips and primitive camping. The kayaking and canoeing on the Hocking River gets consistent praise for being scenic, family-friendly, and well-organized. Staff members like Shane, Christine, and Bear earn specific shoutouts for their hospitality and helpfulness. The equipment is reliable, check-in runs smoothly, and the trips accommodate everyone from young kids to seniors looking for a mellow float. The camping setup offers a refreshingly rustic experience tucked back in the woods with spacious, private sites that feel wonderfully secluded. You'll find fire rings and picnic tables at each spot, though it's worth knowing this is truly primitive camping (bring your own grate if you want one). The single-use restroom facilities with private showers stay clean and well-stocked, though they're about a 5-8 minute walk from the sites. Since this is a newer location still developing, signage could be clearer and some guests suggest portable toilets closer to camp would be convenient during busy season. If you're after a back-to-nature vibe rather than a full-service campground, this place delivers exactly that authentic atmosphere.
Our driver Cathy (I’d triple capitalize the C if i could) is the only person I’d trust to do donuts with a school bus full of people. She didnt actually do that, but I would trust her to. Shes cool as hell
Noah Durany
July 8, 2026
Our driver Cathy (I’d triple capitalize the C if i could) is the only person I’d trust to do donuts with a school bus full of people. She didnt actually do that, but I would trust her to. Shes cool as hell
Noah Durany
July 8, 2026
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