If you enjoy the outdoors and quest for adventure then get some friends and experience the basics of kayaking on the Middle Raccoon river. You'll enjoy the relaxing atmosphere kayaking along wooded hills, limestone bluffs, numerous sandbars and not to mention the twists and turns accompanied by the Middle Raccoon. These recreational kayaks along with the Middle Raccoon provide a stable float to ensure a good time. Many people associate kayaking as a sport where you constantly are rolling up and down in the water, this is not the case. With a larger cockpit (you are not strapped in) and flat bottom they provide more then adequate room to stuff the cooler in the nose of the kayak, drybag behind the seat and just kick back and enjoy. These kayaks are rated at a weight limit of 240 lbs. Designed for those looking to relax and enjoy one of Iowa's protected waterways!
You will start by meeting us at the dam in Redfield and we'll drive you up river where you will begin your journey. You then paddle back down to the dam in Redfield where your vehicle is parked and head for home. Schedule a day or camp all weekend, we'll take you where you need to be and you do the paddling!
Exit 100 off I/80 and head north to the dam in Redfield (40 minutes west of Des Moines).
River's Access LLC
Brian Keller
515-971-8820
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- Although we are closed for the remainder of 2008, Gift Certificates are available for the 2009 kayak rentals and camping trips. Please call to inquire on customized gift certificates.
- Targeted for first time paddlers and adventurers, a chance to get out and kayak one of Iowa's protected waterways. The mild waters of the Middle Raccoon provide a pleasant, scenic float perfect for first time paddlers wanting to get out and relax for the weekend.
- 5 River access points from 2 1/2 hours up to approximately 8 hours (vary depending on group speed and water levels)
- Daily Kayak rental (with shuttle) $25.00
- Two-Day kayak trip with camping $50.00
- Kayak shuttles per kayak $15.00
- The Raccoon River Valley Trail stretch also runs through this area. Permits are required and can be locally purchased. So bring along the bicycles and enjoy the Dallas County back woods via kayak and bicycles.
- River's Access is also responsible for the clean-up for the Raccoon River Valley Trail from the town of Linden to Redfield. Volunteers are always welcome to come join us anytime, call for details.
- Looking for something just a little out of the ordinary? We offer packages include flying Ultra-Light planes for a closer birds eye view above the river. Not enough adrenalin....Do a SKYDIVE tandem with video. Packages available from $150 to $450.
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