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Choose Your Trip
Choose the route that best fits your schedule and experience level. Each trip includes estimated distance, duration, and difficulty to help you decide.
Follow our simple step-by-step process for a seamless and memorable river trip on the West Branch Susquehanna.
How It Works
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Book Your Trip
Submit your reservation request or call and we'll confirm availability, trip details, and any shuttle arrangements.
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Meet & Shuttle
Meet us at the designated location for check-in. We'll transport you and your equipment to the launch point.
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Gear Up & Safety
Receive your equipment, safety briefing, and trip information before heading out on the water.
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Enjoy Your Trip
Paddle at your own pace and take in the river’s beauty. Routes are self-guided with clearly defined start and end points for your convenience.
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Finish & Shuttle Return
At the end of your trip, arrive at the designated take-out location. Our shuttle will meet you and transport you back to your meeting location.
Choose Your Route
Explore our selection of self-guided trips on the West Branch Susquehanna and Bald Eagle Creek, ranging from relaxing drifts to challenging explorations.
The Upper Run - Renovo to Hyner
Distance: 8 Miles | Time: Half Day 3-4 Hours Difficulty: Easy
Pricing: Single $60 | Tandem $90
Shuttle Fee: $60 per group reservation
This scenic float begins in Renovo, paddlers wind through forested mountain ridges, quiet river islands, and wide gravel bars before arriving beneath the dramatic cliffs of the Hyner valley
Hyner Run -
Hyner to Baker's Run
Distance: 7 Miles | Time: Half Day 3-4 Hours Difficulty: Easy
Pricing: Single $60 | Tandem $90
Shuttle Fee: $40 per group reservation
One of the most popular paddling routes on the West Branch Susquehanna, this trip offers a perfect half-day river adventure. The river flows steadily through a mix of island channels, forested banks, and scenic mountain views. It ends at Baker's Run.
The Haven Drift -
Baker's Run to Lock Haven
Distance: 17 Miles | Time: Full Day 5-6 Hours Difficulty: Moderate (Distance)
Pricing: Single $90 | Tandem $120
Shuttle Fee: $25 per group reservation
This full-day Susquehanna River journey offers one of the most scenic and adventurous paddles in the region. The trip begins at Baker’s Run and travels through miles of quiet river valley filled with islands, wildlife habitat, and expansive mountain views before arriving in Lock Haven.
West Branch Susquehanna Adventure
HIGHLIGHTS
This extended paddle links two beautiful stretches of the lower Susquehanna valley. Beginning in Lock Haven, paddlers travel through wide open river bends, peaceful islands, and scenic mountain views before finishing at the Jersey Shore river access.
This float can be broken into two half day trips.
Lock Haven to McElhattan or McElhattan to Jersey Shore.
Time: 4.5 - 5.5 Hours | Distance: 11.5 Miles | Difficulty: Easy
Pricing: Half Day Trips: Single $60 | Tandem $90
Full Day Trip: Single $90 | Tandem $120
Shuttle Fee:$25 per group reservation
Bald Eagle Creek Experience
HIGHLIGHTS
A historic paddle through the heart of our region. Bald Eagle Creek offers a more intimate experience with narrow channels and views of old iron works. It's an ideal choice for bird watchers and those interested in local industrial heritage.
Time: 4 Hours | Distance: 6-7 Miles | Difficulty: Intermediate
Pricing: Single $60 | Tandem $90
Shuttle Fee: $25 per group reservation
River Safety Guide
For your safety, all guests must complete a digital waiver before entering the water. Paddlers must be able to swim, meet age requirements, and remain sober — no drugs or alcohol are permitted on the river. Guests under 18 years old are required to wear a personal flotation device (PFD) at all times.
If you have questions before booking, please contact us by phone or email.
To help make your paddle experience safe and enjoyable, please review the river safety and trip information at the links below.
Plan Your River Trip
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Reach out by phone or email to request a trip
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BEV Kayak confirms river conditions and availability
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We send a payment link and online waiver
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The trip is only confirmed after payment is made and the waiver is signed
Once completed, your paddle is confirmed