Half Day Paddle on Yellowstone Lake

4.9 (10 reviews) Yellowstone National Park, USA
Duration3h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 18 travelers

Overview

Your guide will lead you around the shoreline where there are many geothermal features on land and under water that we’ll explore from our kayaks. Then, we will return the way we came, following the shoreline and watching the wildlife as we casually make our way back to Grant Village. Paddling away from the crowds in the west thumb of the lake, we teach you how to safely and properly control your kayak so you are able to relax and take in all of the natural beauty of Yellowstone.

We always stay in small groups to make sure you get the most information and best access to this incredible area, and to ensure safety throughout each trip. Ages 12 and under are required to be in a tandem kayak with an adult, and we take kids as young as 5 regularly. We have both single and double kayaks available for everyone to enjoy and absolutely no prior kayaking experience is required.

Options

Single Kayak

Single Kayak

Tandem Kayak | 2 People

Tandem Kayak | 2 People

What's included

  • All necessary equipment and instruction.
  • Guide Gratuities are not included but greatly appreciated.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.

What to expect

  1. Yellowstone Lake
    Pass by
    We meet at the marina in Grant Village, on the western edge of Yellowstone Lake. The largest lake in the country above 7000 feet elevation, Yellowstone Lake provides a pristine paddling experience. Your guide will lead you around the shoreline where there are many geothermal features on land and under water that we’ll explore from our kayaks.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We meet in Yellowstone National Park, at the marina and boat ramp in Grant Village, right on the shore of Yellowstone Lake. Use the map pictured below to find the boat ramp in Grant Village. Grant Village is clearly marked on every paper map of Yellowstone.

End point

We meet in Yellowstone National Park, at the marina and boat ramp in Grant Village, right on the shore of Yellowstone Lake. Use the map pictured below to find the boat ramp in Grant Village. Grant Village is clearly marked on every paper map of Yellowstone.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • All children 12 and under must paddle in a tandem kayak with an adult. If booking with children, you must choose the tandem kayak option. This is the rate per kayak, for 2 people.
  • If you wish to have single kayaks (not available for children under 13), the rate is per person.
  • Please come dressed for cold weather, as it is usually colder in Yellowstone than you are expecting. Keep in mind that while kayaking, you will get wet. The weather in Yellowstone can vary greatly, and change quickly. Typically the days are sunny with temps in the upper 60's to low 80's, however it does get cold at night and early morning. Afternoon showers and passing thunderstorms are always possible in the mountains. We plan to go in rain or sunshine. We will provide all the necessary kayaking equipment. You should arrive dressed according to the weather, keeping in mind that while you wont ever be submerged in the water, you will get wet. Therefore dressing in layers is always best, with shorts or wind pants made of synthetic quick drying material, and shoes that you dont mind getting wet. Having a rain or wind jacket, extra layers, and/or a change of warm dry clothes for after the trip ends, is also a good idea. Guide gratuities are always appreciated, but never expected. If you have any questions any time, please dont hesitate to ask.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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