easy
2–4 hours
Suitable for most fitness levels; basic upper body strength and stamina for paddling is helpful.
Experience peaceful paddling on Milwaukee’s Menomonee River with a 4-hour kayak rental from Milwaukee Kayak Company. Perfect for all skill levels, this adventure offers calm waters, gear included, and expert guidance.
Open by Appt & MKE River Roundup (Wed Nights)
Experience the tranquility of the Menomonee River with kayak rentals from Twisted Fisherman in downtown Milwaukee. Choose between 2 or 4-hour paddles, perfect for all skill levels. Enjoy a calm atmosphere, essential gear, and the freedom to explore at your own pace. Adventure awaits on the water!
Our Twisted Fisherman location is located on the Menomonee River, downtown Milwaukee in the Menomonee Valley. It's a 30 minute paddle from our main location and a 45 minute paddle from our Schlitz Park location. The Menomonee River is nice and calm and has less boat traffic than the Milwaukee River.
We offer 2 and 4 hour rentals from our Twisted Fisherman location. For this 4 hour rental, some paddlers stay out for a couple hours and some stay out for 4 hours – it’s all up to you.
All rentals includes a kayak, paddle, life jacket and brief paddle lesson. We have a limited supply of dry bags you can borrow.
Up to 4 hours
Milwaukee Kayak Company @ Twisted Fisherman 1200 West Canal Street Milwaukee, WI 53233
• All participants must be 12+ to paddle their own kayaks. All participants under the age of 12 can share a tandem kayak or canoe with someone age 18 or older. • All participants must know how to swim (unless child is with a parent/guardian) • Our main location in Jerry's Docks has tandem kayaks, paddleboards and canoes. • Our Schlitz Park location has single kayaks only. • Our Twisted Fisherman location has single and tandem kayaks.
• You! • Water bottle filled with water • Sunscreen, sunglasses, hat • Small coolers are okay (soft sided are the best) • Dress for the weather – consider bringing a windbreaker (do not wear jeans or heavy cotton) • Camera • Money, ID • Towel to sit on (just nice to have)
• Lightweight clothing (no jeans or heavy cotton) • Sandals, flips or thin soled shoes • Rain jacket/windbreaker • Sunglasses, hat
• Kayak, tandem kayak, paddleboard and/or canoe • Life jacket • Paddle • Dry-bag (limited supply available) • Water, snacks and sunscreen are on-hand • Safe and fun atmosphere
Our three locations are about a 25 minute paddle from each other. They're kind of shaped like a triangle with MKC @ Jerry's Docks on the south end of Downtown in the Harbor District, MKC @ Schlitz Park on the north end of Downtown and MKC @ Twisted Fisherman just west of the confluence of the Menomonee and Milwaukee Rivers in Downtown Milwaukee.
Milwaukee Kayak Company @ Jerry's Docks • This is our main location where we've been located since we opened in Spring 2013. We are open 7/days a week here. Single kayaks, tandem kayaks, paddleboards and canoes available. Parking located inside the boatyard by us and free parking on the street.
Milwaukee Kayak Company @ Schlitz Park • This is our additional weekend location open Saturdays and Sundays 10am-6pm and during the week by appointment. Single kayaks available. Parking available by us in the parking lot.
Milwaukee Kayak Company @ Twisted Fisherman • This is our additional weekend location open Saturdays and Sundays 10am-6pm and Wednesday evenings for The Funk Club Milwaukee River Roundup. Single kayaks and tandem kayaks available. Parking available by us and in the Sigma parking lot directly west of us.
Thank you for finding us - we look forward to seeing you on our rivers soon!
Opt for moisture-wicking or quick-dry fabrics to stay comfortable during your paddle.
Keep your phone safe and dry for photos and emergency contact.
Carry water with you, especially during warmer months to avoid dehydration.
Wind and rain can make paddling difficult; plan your trip on calm days.
The Menomonee River was historically used for industrial shipping and now serves as an urban natural escape within Milwaukee.
Local organizations actively work to maintain river health by reducing pollution and supporting native wildlife habitats.
Critical safety gear included with rental for keeping you safe on the water.
Protects your face and neck from sun exposure during bright, warm days.
summer specific
Keeps valuables and electronics dry while you paddle.
Protects against cool breezes and sudden weather changes on the river.
spring specific