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Trips

Enjoy a trip on the Kaw River with staff from KC Paddler.  Call the Peculiar store for details on upcoming trips -- 816-779-1195.
Due to fluntuating water levels, the trips are canceled until September.


Kansas City Paddler offers guided kayak trips on the Kansas River.  Trips will include basic kayak instruction and thorough safety discussion followed by a 5 mile float from Desoto to Clear Creek.  this stretch of the 'Kaw' is beautiful and offers an opportunity to stop at sandbars in the river to beach comb and swim.  Bring a lunch for a 'Sandbar Lunch.'

Kansas City Paddler will provide kayaks/paddles/PFDs as well as knowledgeable guides.

Children and young adults under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.  Children under the age of 12 will be asked to paddle tandem with parent or guardian.  No children under 8 years old will be allowed on the trips.

Cost is $35 per person.  Children under the age of 12 paddling tandem with a parent or guardian will be charged $15.

Dates
May - September

Please call the Peculiar Shop at 816-779-1195 for additional details
or to schedule a trip.

Planning your trip
Reservation/Registration/Cancellations
  • Payment for a trip is required at the time of reservation.
    • Check or credit card payment accepted
  • Kansas City Paddler reserves the right to cancel a trip due to weather 12 hours prior to the trip
    • Registrants will be notified in the event of cancellation
    • Registrant may request a refund or transfer of the registration fee to another trip
  • Registrants may cancel at least 7 days prior to the trip and request a refund or transfer of the registration fee to another trip.
  • Registrant cancellation less than 7 days prior to the trip is not eligible for a refund, but may transfer the registration fee to another trip.

What to bring

Swim Suit
Synthetic top/bottom
Wind Jacket
Water Shoes
Hat / Sunscreen
Water Bottle
Towel / Dry Clothing
Emergency Contact Information

Directions

Start -- Desoto Access 9 a.m..  From Highway 7 - exit at 83 Street and go west staying on 83 Street through Desoto to Ottawa Street. Turn right on Ottawa Street and follow signs to boat ramp.