STL Riverfront Adventure
Channel your inner Huck Finn on the STL Riverfront Adventure, a unique and unforgettable tour of St. Louis via the largest river in North America!
Our trip will begin at a convenient location downtown where we will meet up and then shuttle you to our put-in upstream on the Mighty Mississippi. At the start of the trip, we’ll catch a glimpse of the famous Chain of Rocks Bridge, part of the famed Route 66, and the bridge that enabled travelers to cross the Mississippi. Our route takes us into the only non-navigable reach of the river to a pristine island where we’ll enjoy lunch on a sandbar and have the chance to spot wildlife and take a dip in the muddy waters of the Mississippi River. We’ll continue on into the port of St. Louis where we’ll see our setting quickly transition from natural to built. We'll pass beneath five contemporary and famous historic bridges, while learning about some notable historic landmarks, and catching incredible views of some of St. Louis’s oldest riverfront buildings. The trip ends with an unbeatable, from the river, view of the Gateway Arch and lands us on the historic landing of downtown St. Louis. This is a wonderful “only in St. Louis” experience you will never forget!
Remember, no paddling experience or special equipment is necessary, we’ve got you covered! Our expert guides will provide you with everything you need for the adventure and help you board one of our extraordinary voyageur canoes.
Trip Information:
When does this trip run? -
This year we will host a special STL Riverfront Adventure on Thursday, April 4th in honor of the St. Louis Cardinals Home Opener! For this trip only, will meet at 9:00am.
The STL Riverfront Adventure runs every Monday and Friday from Memorial Day (Monday, May 27th) to Labor Day (Monday, September 2nd).
Who is this trip best for? - Everyone!! This is a great trip for anyone interested in the Mississippi River, wild river islands, historic architecture, or the Great River City of St. Louis. Provided you’re at least 6 years old, all are welcome, no experience needed! (1 adult per child under 10 years old, please)
Where and when does this trip start and end? - This trip meets up at 10:00 am in a convenient location in downtown St. Louis and ends around 3:00 pm on the levee in front of The Arch. We will communicate the meet up location 2 days before the trip.
What is included in this trip? - We provide all necessary safety and paddling gear including life jackets, paddles, and dry bags. Our experienced river guides will be available to you the entire trip to assist you and answer all of your questions. No need to worry about transportation as our crew will shuttle you to the put-in from our meet-up location. Lunch is also included and we are able to accommodate most dietary restrictions.
What do I need to bring? - Please make sure you bring the following items with you on your trip:
Required Gear:
River shoes/sandals with a backstrap, waterproof boots, or old sneakers that you don’t mind getting muddy or wet (NO FLIP FLOPS)
Weather appropriate clothing (We will have plenty of extra dry bags, so feel free to bring as many layers as you may need for comfort.)
Reusable water bottle
Suggested Gear:
Camera
Sunscreen/bug spray (weather permitting)
Swimsuit and towel (weather permitting)
Change of clothes
Cash to tip your awesome guides
How much does this trip cost? - $75 for adults, $65 for kids (under 18yo)
