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COST SHARING TRIPS

Horseshoe Bend

Trip Details:

Overnight camping trip under the world-renowned Horseshoe Bend Lookout, starting from Gilbert, Arizona, with a five-hour travel to Lees Ferry, just outside of Page, AZ.
Take a backhaul (boat ride) from Lee’s Ferry up to Glen Canyon Dam to reach the top for paddling downriver.

Day One:

Paddle 6 miles to the campsite, usually mile nine campgrounds, observing petroglyphs and natural springs along the way. Camping in Marble Canyon offers amazing stargazing opportunities.

Day Two:

Paddle 9 miles back down to Lees Ferry, optionally visiting a slot canyon hike 4 miles from Lee’s Ferry. Stop in Flagstaff for lunch on the return trip to Gilbert.

Meeting Options:

Meet the group at Lee’s Ferry with provided details. Rental boards available if needed.

Amenities:

Shuttle to Horseshoe Bend includes a continental breakfast. Overnight camping includes provided firewood, games on the beach, and sometimes live music with a resident guitarist. Itinerary, packing list, and assistance offered.

2024 Dates:

DATES COMING SOON

2 Options (Please reach out to let us know the date before you pay):

Horseshoe Bend Adventure - Shuttle with us - $260
Horseshoe Bend Adventure - Meet us at Lee’s Ferry - $160

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We are a member and an outfitter with the American Canoe Association.

GUIDED TRIPS & TOURS

AZ Hot Springs/ Emerald Cave Guided Tour

Trip Details:

2-day trip starting just below Hoover Dam and spanning 12 miles to Willow Beach.
Abundance of history and sights, including Sauna caves, waterfalls, AZ hot springs, Emerald Cave, and more.
Overnight camping at AZ hot springs with pit toilets available.
The area is inhabited by critters (skunks, racoons, snakes), so a hard shell container was provided for food storage.

Logistics and Safety:

Colorado River trip along the Arizona-Nevada Border.
Guide equipped with a satellite phone for emergencies (no phone service), WAG bags (required by forest service), and plastic containers for food.
Guide's extensive knowledge of the water and the specific section of the Colorado River.
A background check is required for security clearance at the top.

Experience:

Beginner and Intermediate
Unforgettable trip with the potential for repeated visits.

2 Options (Please reach out to let us know the date before you pay):

Shuttle with us
Meet us at willow beach and shuttle with us through security

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We are a member and an outfitter with the American Canoe Association.

2024 EVENTS & RACES

Full Moon Paddles

A whole new world opens up on the river at night, especially under a full moon. You won't believe how bright it gets on the water.

More dates are coming soon!

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Havasu Heat April 6 - Rotary Park

Join us for the 5th annual Havasu Heat Race in Beautiful Lake Havasu Arizona. Paddlers come together from Arizona, California, Utah, New Mexico and Hawaii to participate in either short or long course racing.

The Havasu Heat Race is one of the classic desert lake races featuring OC-1's, OC-2's, OC6's, Surfski, Traditional Paddleboard, Standup Paddleboard, V1 and Kayak.

PFD's and leashes are highly encouraged.

Salt River Speed Paddles

Speed Paddle with us on Friday Mornings in the Summer. Contact us for more details.

Another Dam Race

Blue Water Resort & Casino

Parker, AZ

November 9 & 10, 2024

Registration opens April 21.

    EXCELLENT  
  140 reviews on
 
 
         
   Kaleigh Sather 
 2024-04-07
 
 
   Love this place! The location is hard to beat, they are super helpful, and their inventory of kayaks and paddle boards are some of the best on the market! Highly recommend!
  
 
 
       
   Amy Brunette 
 2024-04-05
 
 
   Gary was fantastic! I asked him all the questions and he was nothing but helpful!
  
 
 
       
   Malia Newcomb 
 2024-03-25
 
 
   I wish I could give more than 5 stars!! We rented paddle boards which came with the inflatable boards, paddles, manual pumps, and life jackets. The owner also offered us an electric pump that was a game-changer for sure. The gear was in great shape, and they were so accommodating of our schedule to pick up and drop off the gear. They were quickly responsive to our texts. He also helped us to figure out how to get the needed parking passes for the lakes we planned to go to. Would highly recommend!
  
 
 
       
   Jewel T 
 2024-02-27
 
 
   Our experience renting paddle boards was great! Gary was very helpful and we had a great time thanks to him!
  
 
 
       
   Scott Brown 
 2023-12-05
 
 
   Gary is a wonderful guy. Outstanding customer service. Goes above and beyond. Highly recommend.
  
 
 
       
   Sandi Snyder 
 2023-11-15
 
 
   Great place to rent paddleboards.  Would use them again FOR SURE
  
 
 
       
   Jenny Brooks 
 2023-11-14
 
 
   Amazing service! Great equipment! Worked perfect for a beginner like me. Highly recommend!
  
 
 
       
   Christy Askew 
 2023-10-03
 
 
   Horseshoe Bend with Canyon Paddle Co. was “EPIC” on 9/29/23 - 9/30/23.  One of the best adventures I have ever been on!  The owner Gary (guide) is absolutely amazing!  He is so organized & protective that it makes the trip absolutely enjoyable with no stress!  He loves everything about water & paddling!  I 110% recommend this trip for anyone that loves nature & paddling, you will remember & reminisce this adventure for a lifetime for sure!  ❤️❤️
  
 
 
       
   Valerie Leach 
 2023-10-01
 
 
   This was truly an amazing experience made even better due to Gary’s expertise and knowledge of the area and the water. Booking with Canyon Paddle Co. was the best decision in seeing Horseshoe Bend and the Colorado River this way. Gary went out of his way for our group many times and we will 100% book with him again.
  
 
 
       
   Allison Mellin 
 2023-09-28
 
 
   Renting here was perfect for our afternoon trip to Canyon Lake. We rented two paddle boards and Gary gave us great recommendations for where to go! They were really flexible and easy to work with. 100% recommend Canyon Paddle Co.
  
 
 
  
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