Paddle a 6.5-mile self-guided river route with two easy swift-water areas
3-3.5 hours
Ride, kayak, life jacket
Take on a longer, self-guided paddle of about 6.5 miles, with two easy-to-navigate swift-water areas along the route. Meet at Water Works Park, get outfitted, and use the provided shuttle before you head out on the river.
This is a self-guided trip with no guide on the river. A guide may be available with advance reservation for an additional fee; confirm the amount with Greetwell before booking. Arrive 30 minutes early to check in, and complete the electronic waiver before arriving.
Cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund to the original payment method. Cancellations less than 3 hours before departure and no-shows are not eligible for a refund.
Yes. You must complete the electronic waiver system before arriving. Everyone needs a signed waiver and rental agreement, and riders under 18 must have a waiver and rental agreement signed by a parent or guardian.
Arrive 30 minutes before your trip start time to check in. The shuttle departs as close to trip time as possible, and it will leave without you if you are not checked in at departure time.
Plan to get wet. Wear water shoes or old tennis shoes; avoid flip-flops. Bring a towel and a change of clothes to leave in your car.
Water Works Park (By Boat Launch)--2025 Munroe Falls Ave., Cuyhaoga Falls, OH 44221
Burning River Adventures delivers consistently excellent kayaking on the calm, scenic Cuyahoga River with staff that reviewers genuinely rave about. Emily and owner Mo get special mentions for being helpful and accommodating, and multiple families highlight how smoothly everything runs, even with young kids in tow. The paddle passes are popular with regulars who return multiple times each season. People love the peaceful wildlife watching (turtles, herons, ducks) and the two mild rapids that add just enough excitement without being intimidating. The operation is impressively efficient from start to finish. Staff handle the heavy lifting, provide quick safety briefings, and wait at endpoints to help with equipment. The booking process is straightforward, and they've even worked in walk-ups when weather forecasts changed. Several reviewers mention the various trip lengths (short, middle, and long routes), with the 6.5-mile option being particularly popular. The main hiccup is occasional confusion about location directions, so double-check your email confirmation. One reviewer noted the river can get crowded with tubers on summer weekends, though weekdays stay quieter.
By far the most easy going kayaking experience I’ve been on. We were carried by a calm, slow current. It gave us more time to sit back and enjoy the peace, quiet, and beauty of the river. Super friendly and hardworking staff! I will be returning!
Derek Hinojosa
October 26, 2025
By far the most easy going kayaking experience I’ve been on. We were carried by a calm, slow current. It gave us more time to sit back and enjoy the peace, quiet, and beauty of the river. Super friendly and hardworking staff! I will be returning!
Derek Hinojosa
October 26, 2025