Canoe, kayak and SUP excursions
12 km course
A self-guided descent that takes place on a calm section of the Red River; therefore it is accessible to all, beginners included! The 12 km course is peaceful, without rapids and does not require any particular skill. The departure on the river is done individually at Kayak & Cabana, upstream. At the end of the course, downstream, you will be picked up by the shuttle and driven (10 min.) to your car located at Kayak & Cabana’s parking lot.
Duration: 3 hours +
The duration of the course may vary depending on the flow of the river, paddler speed and breaks.
The allotted time online (4h or 5h) includes 1 or 2 additionals hours to descend at a peaceful pace in order to take breaks. (Recommended)
There are markers every kilometers to locate you on the river.
Opening season 2025
(May 31 to June 20)
Open Saturday and Sunday
Open during the week for groups, contact us for information
(June 21 to September 1)
Open 7 days
(September 2 to 28)
Open Saturday and Sunday
Open during the week for groups, contact us for information
(October)
Depending on the weather, please call: 819-686-1111
Departures:
10h 11h 12h 13h
Arrival at Kayak & Cabana 30 minutes before departure.
12 km course
A self-guided descent that takes place on a calm section of the Red River; therefore it is accessible to all, beginners included! The 12 km course is peaceful, without rapids and does not require any particular skill. The departure on the river is done individually at Kayak & Cabana, upstream. At the end of the course, downstream, you will be picked up by the shuttle and driven (10 min.) to your car located at Kayak & Cabana’s parking lot.
Duration: 3 hours +
The duration of the course may vary depending on the flow of the river, paddler speed and breaks.
The allotted time online (4h or 5h) includes 1 or 2 additionals hours to descend at a peaceful pace in order to take breaks. (Recommended)
There are markers every kilometers to locate you on the river.
Opening season 2025
(May 31 to June 20)
Open Saturday and Sunday
Open during the week for groups, contact us for information
(June 21 to September 1)
Open 7 days
(September 2 to 28)
Open Saturday and Sunday
Open during the week for groups, contact us for information
(October)
Depending on the weather, please call: 819-686-1111
Departures:
10h 11h 12h 13h
Arrival at Kayak & Cabana 30 minutes before departure.
Reservation
recommended
Rates
The price is per boat; it includes the boat, paddles, lifejacket and shuttle. (Taxes not included)
Single kayak
43,49$ : 1 adult (13 yrs old +)
275 lb capacity
Double kayak
86,98$ : 2 adults
or 1 adult.+ 1 child
500 lb capacity
SUP board
43,49$ : 1 adult (13 yrs old +)
69,58$ : 1 ad. + 1 child (8 yrs and -)
300 lb capacity
Canoe
86,98$ : 2 adults
96,98$ : 2 ad + 1 child (12 yrs and -)
600 lb capacity
Special rate for customers who stay in our accommodation;
If you are staying in our accommodations and you wish to rent our boats, we offer you a 10% discount on the Descent of the Rouge River 12 km package. The discount will be sent to you in your confirmation email when you make your accommodation reservation. If you have your own boats, please contact us to find out about the solutions offered for transport.
If you are not guests of our accommodation and you have your own boats;
Please note that for operational reasons, we do not offer transportation for those who own their own boat. The launch on the site is reserved for our customers in our accommodation and those who buy the complete package for the descent of the Rouge River.
However, we suggest you the public launches located in Labelle and La Conception, consult our map above for the addresses (markers in yellow).
12 km course
- Arrival at Kayak & Cabana 30 minutes before departure. No refund in case of delay.
- Instructions given by our staff regarding safety, basic technics, equipment and the itinerary.
- Self-guided descent of the river. The duration of the course can vary depending on river flow, rhythm and breaks.
- You have the option to take some additional time, 1h to 2h, to enjoy the river at your own pace, at no additional cost.
- At the end of the course, you will be picked up by the shuttle and driven (10 min.) to your car located at the Kayak & Cabana’s parking lot.
- The pick up time will be determined upon your reservation online.
- Water
- Sunscreen
- Watch (you need time for your appointment with the shuttle to the 12 km)
- Hat or cap
- Adequate clothing depending on temperature
- Shoes or sandals that can get wet
- Extra clothing
- Sunglasses
- Swimsuit and towel
- Mosquito repellent (sold here)
- Waterproof bag
- Camera (optional)
- It is important to note that the river descent is done in complete autonomy and you are responsible for your own safety.
- Life jacket is mandatory.
- By law, no alcohol and drugs are allowed on the river.
- Pets are not allowed during the descent. (New municipality rule since 2023)
- An environment without traces, please pick up your garbage during the descent.
- Respect riparians by staying on the beaches during your stops.
- No tubing or any others inflatable boats will be allowed in Kayak & Cabana.
- Minimum age for a child accompanied by 2 adults in a canoe: 3 yrs.
- Minimum age for a child in a single kayak: 13 yrs.
- Minimum age for a child on a SUP: 13 yrs.
- Minimum age for a child accompanied by an adult in the same boat: 3 yrs.
- Children 18 years old and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
MORE THAN 24 HOURS BEFORE YOUR DEPARTURE TIME
- You can cancel or modify and obtain a refund of your reservation.
LESS THAN 24 HOURS BEFORE YOUR DEPARTURE TIME
- No refunds and no modifications will be authorized under any circumstances.
- It is your responsibility to inform the participants for whom you are booking a boat and who will accompany you, of the cancellation policy.
- The activity takes place even when it rains.