Enhance your time away with Paddlefish Adventures, offering activities such as paddling, fishing, river snorkeling, swimming, hiking, biking, art-making, ecology and history tours, and camping along our beautiful riverway.
Canoe or Kayak Rental
TUESDAY - THURSDAY
8:00 am | 10:00 am | 12:00 pm | 2:00 pm | 4:00 pm
FRIDAY - SUNDAY
Every hour, on the hour, between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm
TUESDAY - THURSDAY
8:00 am
THURSDAY
10:00 am | 12:00 pm | 2:00 pm | 4:00 pm
All of our self-guided adventures allow you to enjoy a full day on the water at your own pace. Choose to rent a canoe or a kayak, or feel free to bring your own.
Whether you're dreaming of gliding under the stars on our moonlight paddles, roasting s'mores on a cozy beach campout, or unleashing your creativity with guided art adventures, there's something for everyone to dive into! Don't just wade through life—join the fun and paddle to unforgettable experiences today!
Apple River Kayaking
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This trip is an excellent introduction to rapid paddling, and we recommend it to those who enjoy active paddling as they maneuver around obstacles and ride through quick water sections. The rapids range from Class 0.5 to Class 1, depending on the water level.
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Tuesday & Wednesday
8:00 am
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This includes two-way shuttle service and rental.
Lake O’ the Dalles Paddles
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Lake O' the Dalles is a 25-acre lake with a maximum depth of 12 feet, and it's located in WI Interstate Park. The lake has a public beach with bathroom facilities, a hiking trail, picnic tables, and fishing piers. The lake has Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, and Walleye.
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Thursday
10:00 am
12:00 pm
2:00 pm
4:00 pm
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This includes two-way shuttle service and rental.
Date Night Paddles
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Need the perfect Date Night? Let us help you.
Enjoy a delicious picnic provided by The Watershed Cafe, a local restaurant featuring fresh, sustainable, and simply good food. We will provide a blanket and a cooler backpack filled with red or white wine, an exceptional charcuterie board, and a decadent dessert for two.
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Thursday & Friday
6:00 pm
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The price includes two-way shuttle service, boat rental, blanket, and the meal service by Watershed Cafe.
Full & New Moon Paddles
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Escape the bright lights of screens and civilization and allow your night vision to adjust to the dark skies of the St. Croix River Valley. There is no better way to experience the St. Croix River.
Best for intermediate to advanced paddlers, people under 18 are always welcome with an adult.
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Full and New Moon
8:30 pm
June 11 - Strawberry Moon
June 25 - New Moon
July 10 - Buck Moon
July 24 - New Moon
August 9 - Sturgeon Moon
August 23 - New Moon
September 7 - Corn Moon
September 21 - New Moon
October 6 - Harvest Moon
October 21 - New Moon
November 5 - Beaver Moon
November 19 - New Moon
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This includes shuttle, boat rental and guide fees.
SPECIAL EVENTS
SPECIAL EVENTS
Moonlight Paddle & Poetry w/ Treehaus Studio
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To be added to a wait list please subscribe below.
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Join us for an unforgettable two-part Outdoor Adventure that starts with a magical evening on the river with Paddlefish Adventures and concludes with a return to Treehaus Studio for fireside poetry and storytelling.
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June 13th - Paddling
8:30 pm to 11:30 pm
June 27th - Reading
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
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This includes two-way shuttle service, rental, and guide.
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Lichen Paddle w/ Treehaus Studio & Tanner Barnharst
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Lichens not only enhance the beauty of our riverway but also play a crucial role in the environment. Join passionate lichen enthusiast Tanner Barnhart as we explore the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway by canoe, gaining a unique perspective on these fascinating organisms.
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July 25th
10:00 am to 1:00 pm
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This includes two-way shuttle service, rental, and guide.
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Tanner Barnharst
Paddling Through The Past:
St. Croix River History Trip with Greg Seitz
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To be added to a wait list please email Greg Seitz at greg@stcroix360.com
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Float through the centuries as the current carries you down the St. Croix with river writer Greg Seitz, founder of St. Croix 360. This seven-mile trip will take you past the basalt geology of the St. Croix Dalles, signs of prehistoric people, and important places for Indigenous people, early European explorers, and American settlers, as well as lumbering and steamboating sites. We will also look for birds, fish, mussels, flowers, and other wildlife that are part of the river's past, present, and future.
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July 12th
3:00 pm to 8:00 pm
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The price includes two-way shuttle service, boat rental and guide.
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Guide: Greg Seitz with St. Croix 360
Paint & Paddle w/ Treehaus Studio
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Join us for a beautiful paddle down the St. Croix River and enjoy a day dedicated to slow observation, sketching, and watercolor activities. We will take a break at the halfway point, Eagle's Nest Campground, to discuss the basics of color mixing, various brushstroke techniques, and creating textures. Everyone will have the opportunity to steer the canoes, allowing others to relax and capture what they see.
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July 26th
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
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This includes art instruction, some materials, shuttle, boat rental and guide service.
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Guide: Jessica Turtle with Treehaus Studio
Instructor: Heather Nuber
We are here to assist you in planning your next adventure on the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway, a stunning 200-mile stretch of pristine waters that winds through breathtaking landscapes. If you’re interested in booking a customized adventure contact us.
WE PROVIDE TRAIL SUPPORT
Paddlefish Adventures is conveniently located just a few blocks south of the Trail’s western terminus at Interstate State Park in St. Croix Falls. The Ice Age Trail stretches east through 30 counties, ending at the eastern terminus in Potawatomi State Park in Sturgeon Bay. This trail is entirely within Wisconsin and is one of only eleven National Scenic Trails. We offer trail support services for the entire route.
No park pass required.
Our headquarters are at the starting point of the Gandy Dancer State Trail in St. Croix Falls. This trail connects St. Croix Falls to several communities, including Centuria, Milltown, Luck, Frederic, Lewis, Siren, Webster, and Danbury. Located on a former railroad corridor, the trail is generally flat and wheelchair accessible. It features 47 miles of hard-packed crushed limestone, making it ideal for non-motorized activities. People enjoy hiking, running, geocaching, setting personal goals, and training for events on this scenic trail. We offer trail support services for the entire route.
A trail permit is required and can be purchased at the Polk County Information Center, conveniently located across the street from the Visitor Service building for Paddlefish Adventures.