Overview
Looking for adventure in the heart of the Twin Cities? Explore the mighty Mississippi River up close and personal on a guided canoe trip. Paddling the Mississippi in one of our beautiful 24-foot cedar strip canoes is easy, fun, and affordable–everyone enjoys it. These popular adventures take place in our local national park – the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area (MNRRA). You will discover wildlife and experience the amazing human history of the River. These trips fill up quickly. We encourage you to reserve your spot today!
Sample Itinerary
Expand All FieldsDay 1: Choose from one of our three routes for a 2-3 hour paddle on the Mississippi River.
You will paddle one of three routes that are chosen depending upon water levels and other environmental factors. Click on the trip links below to see the route options. Each route takes 2-3 hours. We will send you detailed instructions on your route when you register. Upper Route: Brooklyn Park to Boom Island Middle Route: East River Flats to Sand Flats Lower Route: Hidden Falls to Harriet Island
WI leads Mississippi River Day Trips but currently has no dates scheduled. If you have a group of people interested, we can set up a customized adventure just for you! Please contact us or request a trip quote below if you are interested in a group trip to this destination.
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You will be paddling in 24-foot North canoes, following the river’s 3-4 mph current as it winds along the shoreline. The canoes hold 6-9 paddlers and 1 boat captain. They are fast and stable boats, designed specifically for trips on big or moving water. Paddling distance ranges from 4-8 miles, depending upon the route we do. It is an active paddle, but not strenuous.
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