2.5-3 Hours • Scenic Milwaukee River Paddling
Relax and let the current guide you on this popular, self-guided 6.5-mile trip down the Milwaukee River. Paddle at your own pace through largely natural, forested banks that open into wider, slower water near Thiensville. Stable sit-on-top kayaks (sit-ins available) and life jackets are provided, plus ...
Thiensville
2.5–3 hours
Kayak
Forward Outdoor
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2 Hours • Scenic Milwaukee River paddling
Relax and let the current guide you on this easy, self-guided 4.5-mile float along the Milwaukee River. Paddle at your own pace through a scenic mix of tree-lined parks, wooded stretches, and quiet neighborhood backyards as you drift south from Thiensville toward Brown Deer. We provide stable sit-on-top ...
Brown Deer
2 hours
Kayak
Forward Outdoor
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Hourly Paddle Boat, Hydro Bike, Kayak & Stand Up Paddleboard Rentals
Located on the dock at Discovery World, this calm, protected lagoon offers one of the best places in Milwaukee to get on the water. With limited boat traffic and generally smooth and clean water, the site is ideal for beginners, families, and anyone seeking a relaxed paddling experience. Guests can paddle ...
Milwaukee
1 hour or 2 hours
Kayak
Forward Outdoor
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2.5 Hours • Scenic Milwaukee River paddling
This scenic stretch offers peaceful paddling and some of the most natural scenery on the Milwaukee River. We meet at Villa Grove then shuttle you up to Garrison's Glen, where the route winds through forested banks and wildlife habitat with long stretches that feel quiet and untouched. As you move ...
Mequon
2 hours
Kayak
Forward Outdoor
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Aug 13, 2026
Join Milwaukee Riverkeeper for a hands-on mussel survey paddle along the Milwaukee River. After a brief introduction, participants will paddle a scenic stretch of river and assist staff with basic survey techniques such as observing, identifying, and documenting freshwater mussels. Riverkeeper guides ...
Brown Deer
2-3 hours
Forward Outdoor
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Oct 16, 2026
Experience the Milwaukee River at its most colorful on this guided Fall Foliage paddle with Milwaukee Riverkeeper. As the leaves turn, you’ll paddle a scenic stretch of river surrounded by vibrant autumn colors while learning about the changing season and local ecosystem. Led by a knowledgeable Riverkeeper ...
Brown Deer
Approx. 2-2.5 hours
Forward Outdoor
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Kayak & Paddle Board Rentals
Enjoy a relaxing paddle on the Milwaukee River from Thiensville Village Park during the Thiensville Farmers Market! Every Tuesday from June through August, rent a kayak or paddle board and explore the scenic waters upstream of the Thiensville Dam. Take in river views, wildlife, and a unique perspective ...
Thiensville
1 hour or 2 hours
Kayak
Forward Outdoor
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Milwaukee
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Find your balance on Milwaukee's beautiful lakefront.
Find your balance on the water during this unique stand-up paddleboard yoga experience led by certified instructor Cathy Stadler. After a brief paddle and introduction to your board, you'll anchor in Milwaukee's protected harbor for a relaxing, all-levels yoga class surrounded by stunning lakefront ...
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