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The Paris to Brant Park trip is 13 km long (8 miles).

We do not recommend turbo tubing this route with seniors or children because the last mile of the trip requires paddling. In tubes this trip averages 5 hours.

The Grand River averages 1 meter in depth with 2 meter deep pools…

Many first time canoe, kayak, stand up paddle board clients prefer this route as it makes for a relaxing day or the perfect introduction.

The Paris to Brant Park route is a scenic paddle from a quaint town setting into a pristine wilderness.  The section has moving shallow rapids at 1 km mark and then easy going after that.

Some of the highlights are swimming areas and fresh spring water (if you drink the spring water, it is at your own risk, it has not been tested)

There are picnic stops and portable washrooms at the 9 km mark on this route.

The trip starts in the town of Paris, Ontario, which gives you access to stores and amenities right at the starting point.

Please view our Paddlers Discount with Wincey Market Dollars in Paris

For age, we normally suggest 4 years and up.

For weight, if over 270lbs, please call or email our office to see what boat is best.

We are certified By Ontario Tourism Safe Traveler Stamp… visit our COVID Health Protocols.

1. You can book online or if needing help… call our office at 519-442-2519. If calling, please be patient, because even with 3 people on phones… we are busy. Email is always best!
2. Once booked… we will send you a confirmation with what to bring and where to meet. For the Paris Trip, please drive to 119 Jennings Rd, (Brantford, Brant Park) 
3. Upon arrival, park your vehicle, register at our desk, get equipped and do an orientation map-talk. There are portable washrooms & change rooms here too.
4. Once everyone is ready… we shuttle you upstream… you get your boat… then paddle down the river to the exit point where your vehicle is parked.
5. Basically we look after everything… you just bring your lunch, personals and yourselves!

1. Good sunscreen, hat, sun glasses, retainer string for eye glasses, water & snacks, gloves if hands blister easily, lip balm.
2. Bring footwear you don’t mind getting wet… the river bottom is rocky.
3. If you burn easy… long sleeves and pants… otherwise swim suits or clothes that dry quickly. Denim jeans are not a good idea… they stay wet forever!
4. If cooler weather… dress in layers so you can strip down as you get hot.
5. Due to health protocols we are not supplying dry bags… so please bring zip-lock bags or bags capable of keeping car keys, cell phones and personals dry
6. We have water refill station for bring-your-own-water bottle.

What to Bring:

1. Good sunscreen, hat, sun glasses, retainer string for eye glasses, water & snacks, gloves if hands blister easily, lip balm.
2. Bring footwear you don’t mind getting wet… the river bottom is rocky.
3. If you burn easy… long sleeves and pants… otherwise swim suits or clothes that dry quickly. Denim jeans are not a good idea… they stay wet forever!
4. If cooler weather… dress in layers so you can strip down as you get hot.
5. Due to health protocols we are not supplying dry bags… so please bring ziplock bags or bags capable of keeping car keys, cell phones and personals dry

How Your Trip Works:

1. You can book online “Book Now” or please contact us directly by phone 519-442-2519 or email. We host over 50,000 people yearly… we have 3 people answering phones… so be patient if calling.
2. Once booked… we will send you a confirmation with what to bring and where to meet
3. Upon arrival, there are portable washrooms & change rooms, register at our desk, then get equipped, do an orientation talk about your trip and map.
4. Once everyone is ready… we shuttle you upstream… you get your boat… then paddle down the river to the exit point where your vehicle is parked.

Cancellation Policies:

Final price is based on headcount given 48 hours out from date of event.

If cancellation is given 48 hours in advance, there is a full deposit refund.

If cancellation is given under 48 hours, there is a 75% refund.

If cancellation is after midnight on the day of the trip, there is no refund.

Inclement Weather Policy

We want you to enjoy your trip, not endure it!

Weather can vary within 30 miles, so please check our “Grand River Weather Update Page” before leaving home to see if your trip is a go.

If the webpage states poor weather on the Grand River, your group has 3 choices:

1. You can come at your assigned time or email us to request moving your time around.
2. Or you can email us and request another date.
3. Or you can email us and request a full refund

Please ignore the weather station forecasts for 3 or more days out. Their forecasting is total guesswork… and extremely inaccurate… never base your planning on these long range forecasts.

The most accurate forecasting is about 12 hours out.