A guide leads a flotilla of red kayaks under the bridges toward downtown Cleveland

The Guided Tour

An experienced river guide, the whole way

A 4 mile paddle through the heart of Cuyahoga Valley National Park, from Brecksville Station to Fitzwater Road.

$60per guest

1.5 to 2 hours

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Three ways to paddle the Cuyahoga

Self-guided or guided, a two hour paddle or a full day on the water. Every route runs through Cuyahoga Valley National Park.

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Guided · 1.5 to 2 hours

The Guided Tour

A shorter paddle through the heart of Cuyahoga Valley National Park with an experienced river guide alongside you the whole way.

  • 4 miles on the Cuyahoga River Water Trail
  • Launches from Brecksville Station
  • Finishes at Fitzwater Road, Valley View
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A guide leads a group of paddlers in red kayaks under the bridges toward downtown Cleveland

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Founded on the Cuyahoga River

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Kayak trip routes to choose from

$60

Per person, every trip

24

Hours notice to reserve

A guide leads a flotilla of red kayaks under the bridges toward downtown ClevelandKayakers paddling toward a bridge silhouette at sunsetA kayaker waves to a passing Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad trainA man fishing from a kayak on a calm stretch of water

Under the bridges toward downtown

$60The Guided Tour

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Had an amazing day kayaking with Dan! He's super knowledgeable, takes his time getting you prepped for your route, and has check in spots along the way so you know you're going the right way. He went above and beyond to help me when I lost something on the trip, I couldn't be more grateful to him and his amazing service.

A River Cruiser Kayaking guest, Guided tour with Dan

A group of four paddlers on a self-guided trip through Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Every trip runs on the Cuyahoga River Water Trail through Cuyahoga Valley National Park.

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Before you paddle

Email, text or call us with your desired date, time and phone number. For the booking itself we'll need your email address, whether you want a single or tandem kayak, and the ages, heights and weights of everyone on the trip. Once your date is confirmed you'll get a payment link to finish booking.

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Self-guided or guided, single or tandem. Tell us your date and we'll hold the river.

  • 24 hour advance reservation
  • Single or tandem kayaks available
  • Self-guided or guided, your choice
  • Optional guided fishing add-on

Additional charges may apply, for example an optional fishing rod rental.

Four friends smiling in blue, red and green kayaks on the Cuyahoga River

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