Self-Guided Colorado River Paddleboard Rental
Explore Black Canyon coves and beaches at your own pace
Duration
3–5 hrs
Includes
Paddleboard, safety gear, water
Highlights
- Explore quiet coves and scenic river beaches at your own pace
- Navigate popular stops and photo points with a digital map
- Paddle independently on the Colorado River without a guided itinerary
- Choose early 8:00–10:00 AM launch times for fewer crowds
- Use a Body Glove paddleboard with a built-in action-camera mount
What's Included
- Stand-up paddleboard, single or tandem based on booking
- Paddle and ankle leash
- Life vest
- Dry bag
- Waterproof phone case
- Sun hat
- Bottled water
- Digital map of scenic stops and photo points
Know before you go
- Ages 12+ only; ages 12–17 must be accompanied by an adult aged 18+
- Requires prior paddleboarding experience and confident swimming
- Requires self-rescue in shallow water if you fall in
- Maximum weight is 250 lb per person; tandem boards have a 450 lb combined limit
- Life vests are required at all times on the water
- Not suitable during the second trimester of pregnancy or later, or with heart, respiratory, back, or serious mobility conditions
- Board sharing, swapping, and transfers are not permitted
- National Park entry costs $25 per vehicle and is not included in the listed price
- Dogs under 50 lb require prior approval, may ride only on tandem boards, and have a $50 fee not included in the listed price
- Emotional support animals are not allowed
- An electronic waiver is required
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled rental to avoid a full charge. No-shows and late cancellations are charged in full. Group bookings require at least 72 hours' notice. If severe weather makes the rental unsafe, it will be refunded or rescheduled at no extra charge.
FAQs
Wear swimwear or quick-dry clothing and water shoes or sandals; your feet and ankles will get wet. Bring sunscreen and sunglasses, and consider a towel or change of clothes. Bring a sweater, jacket, or windbreaker from December through February.
Snacks and bottled water are included. You may also bring cold sandwiches or a refillable water bottle.
Some experienced paddlers may reach Emerald Cave with an early start and steady paddling. The 8:00–10:00 AM launch times are best for attempting it.
Meeting details
Paddlecraft Launch Area, 25804 N. Willow Beach, Willow Beach, AZ 86445