Guided River Session Kings River Paddle Board Adventure

Location

Eureka Springs, Arkansas

Group Size

4 people per guide

Duration

3 hours

Enjoy a beautiful 3 hour guided paddle boarding adventure on the Kings River. Get closer to nature, get outside and go paddle boarding. The view is amazing from a stand up paddle board (SUP). You have the choice to sit or stand as all of our paddle boards can have a kayak style seat attached and our SUP paddles convert to kayak style paddles with 2 blades.

This is the perfect section of the Kings River for new paddlers, families with children and experienced paddle boarders as well. Learn to paddle or improve your skills!  This trip is perfect for all types of travelers to meet up with our certified paddle board guide instructors and other guests to paddle the river as a group.

This fun paddle boarding float is a clear water trip along gravel bars and through scenic wilderness best enjoyed when the water his higher from April through Mid June. Mid June to July the rains come less often and part of your adventure is the traditional river experiencing of carrying your paddle board or canoe over the shallows to the next section wher ethe river is till running and the swimming holes abound.

All our adventures include instruction from beginner to advanced. If you are not a paddle boarder yet, you will be after your tour!   We will start by going over safety tips, sizing your paddle and learn the best way to get on a board. Next, in a calm, clear water area, we get on the boards and get comfortable. We include paddling techniques, tips and instruction based on the needs of each paddler.  

On your tour you may paddle, swim, stand or just float sitting on the boards. You may see fish, birds and other wildlife.

Your guide will personally photograph and video your adventure. We are initially accepting bookings for up to 6 people and will expand to offering river trips for 10 to 12 people, or more, once we have additional paddle boards delivered and and our additional guides arrive for the summer. If you have a group larger than 6 people please call Sheree at 231-335-7278 or email her at tours@seadogecotours.com to plan a date for your adventure. Cell signals very however we will have Starlink this week and drive up the mountain each night to check our messages, until then. You can find is at the Campgrounds at the Kings River Outfitters launch site at Eagles Roost Campground 1st campsite with no number on the right. 

This Kings River Trip is 4.7 mile float which takes about 3 hours depending on water levels and the pace of the paddlers. If you would like to spend more time on the river, for example a longer lunch stop, additional play time swimming or exploring, snorkeling etc.. beyond what the rest of the people who booked the public tour that day have planned on, then please explore the options to book out the trip as a private trip for an additional fee based on the number in your party and how many paddle boards we have available. We can also split our 6 person tours into a 4 person and a 2 person if you prefer a private tour. Please call Sheree to see how we can accomodate you day on the river.

Plan on arriving around 10 am to shuttle your vehicle to the Farm and riding back to launch with the Kings River Outfitters Shuttle. We will launch after the vehicles have been moved and be on the water between 11 and 12.

We launch from Kings River Outfitters launch site at their Eagles Roost Campground just north west of Trigger Gap and Highway 221 and get out at The Farm which is  about 4.7 miles up river. This trip is dependent on the water levels so please call us 3 days before your tour to confirm water levels are adequate.  

If you have any questions, please call 231-335-7278 or eMail tours@seadogecotours.com

Trip fee includes the Shuttle Service Fee for Kings River Outfitters to shuttle you back from dropping your car off so it's waiting for you at the end of the tour plus an access fee for the Farm of $5 per person.*

We also offer Private Tours for 1 to 10 people with multiple guides for the optimum experience. Our Guide to guest ratio, of 1 guide for 4, people is based on our desire to offer you a premium river adventure experience and the ability of the paddlers, river conditions etc. 

What to Bring

• Water in reusable containers. We try not to bring plastic on the river.  Bring at least 2 waters per person.
• Water shoes or old sneakers. NO Flip Flops. 
• Sunscreen
• Sunglasses with floating cord for your prescription or expensive glasses.
• Lunch or snacks. We will provide a small deck cooler attached to the board. All coolers must be attached. Please be conservative with your plan for alcoholic beverages. If your idea of a paddle boarding adventure involves a big day of drinking then this is not the trip for you. 
• NO Glass containters on the river.
• Cans must be used in a Kozie that floats.

What to Wear?

Layers are the best plan! NO Cotton it does not dry and clings to you if you get wet. Active wear poly/nylon is best for quick dry.

• Board Shorts or Swim Shorts
• Leggings or in cooler water temps 1.5 mil neoprene swim leggings.
• SPF Sun Shirt or Rashguard

Water Shoes, River Shoes or Old Sneakers No Sandals or barefeet. The river has rocks and gravel beds.

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Cancellation Policy 

We require at least 48 hours’ notice for cancellations and rescheduling of activities. We will work with you to reschedule to a new date or if you need to cancel entirely we will provide a refund, minus 5% handling fee, with 48 hours’ notice.  If you cancel inside of 48 hours or do not show up, you will not be refunded, and will have to reschedule by paying full price.

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Deposit

We require a $25 deposit per person to reserve your spot. For the remaining balance you can pay through this system which will incur a 5% online booking fee or you can pay your guide the balance via Venmo or PayPal which has no fee to you. Their payment information will be provided in the confirmation email. The credit card fees are paid by Sea Dog Eco Tours.