challenging
7–10 hours
Participants should have strong endurance and intermediate to advanced paddling skills to navigate rapids and maintain energy throughout the day.
Paddle 17 miles down Ohio’s Great Miami River with TC River Adventures. This full-day kayak trip combines gentle rapids, scenic riverbanks, and quiet fishing spots for experienced paddlers ready to commit to a dynamic outdoor journey.
Ages 12 and up the only booking time is 7:30 am. 2 person min. Single Kayaks & Personal Kayaks only
Embark on an unforgettable 17-mile kayaking adventure down the serene lower Great Miami River. Perfect for experienced paddlers, this full-day trip features gentle rapids, stunning scenery, and opportunities for fishing. With only one morning departure, prepare for a day of relaxation and excitement in nature's embrace.
The only booking time is 7:30 am customers need to be off the river by 6:00 pm Avg time is 7 hours to 10 hours depending on how often you stop
Customers need to arrive and check-in by 7:00 am.
No one under the age of 12
Only Single Kayaks are available to rent. Personal Kayaks as well as rental kayaks require a Reservation
This trip requires at least 4 advanced experienced Kayakers (not recommended for beginners).
This 17-mile Trip is a great way to spend a full day on the river and have a chance to relax, take in the sights and sounds and sun, and do a little fishing. The trip is mostly flat with a few rapids and good current. There is only one departure time for this trip 8:30 AM About 7 miles in you come across 2 types of rapids Class A and Class 1 explained below
The river will narrow forcing the same amount of water through a smaller channel. This makes the water move faster and you’ll see little white waves. Swifts often happen in parts of the river where the river bed gets shallow or where the river narrows. The whitewater in a swift is created by super small waves from the fast-moving water, unlike in a Class I or Class II rapid where the whitewater may be from water recirculating over a rock. There may be the occasional rock sticking out of a swift, but if there are lots of obstacles the rapid is probably a Class 1.
In a Class I rapid, the volume of moving water is pretty low, so even if a canoe were to get broadside, novice paddlers still probably wouldn’t tip. Typically, it’ll either be shallow and the biggest challenge is to avoid shallow or exposed rocks. In this case, you’ll need to set a specific line down the rapid to avoid the rocks, we’d call this a Class I Technical rapid. On the other hand, the river could be quite deep, where the water is moving a little faster but there aren’t any obstacles.
Keep essential items dry during the trip with quality waterproof storage.
Check-in starts at 7:00 a.m. to prepare for the 7:30 a.m. launch—don’t be late.
Water shoes provide grip and protect feet from river rocks and sudden shallow spots.
River levels affect safety; check the day’s status on TC River Adventures’ Facebook before heading out.
The Great Miami River has historical significance in Ohio’s early settlement and commerce, once serving as a transportation route for Native American tribes and pioneers.
TC River Adventures promotes Leave No Trace principles to protect the river’s water quality and habitat integrity amidst increasing recreational use.
Mandatory for safety on all river trips, especially with rapids and currents.
Protect feet on rocky riverbeds and provide grip in slippery sections.
summer specific
Reduce glare and keep sunglasses secure during paddling.
spring specific
Keep electronics, food, and clothing dry through the long day on the water.