Summer kayak trips on the LA River

Choose your adventure

Sepulveda Basin

Near Van Nuys, in San Fernando Valley

Two kayakers paddling on a calm river near a white egret.
Two kayakers paddling on a calm river near a white egret.

Top rated by 100+ clients

★★★★★

Peaceful, the best nature on the river, low-no concrete, large trees, looks like a real river. Best for beginning kayakers and eager environmentalists.

"This experience is incredible [...] Amazing to see all the wildlife and plants thriving here. The Sepulveda Basin section is a really easy kayak. The guide was fun and full of information."

- MC G. on Yelp

Elysian Valley

Near Frogtown & Glendale, Downtown

Two people cheering and kayaking through whitewater rapids on a rocky stretch of river.
Two people cheering and kayaking through whitewater rapids on a rocky stretch of river.

Sporty, some light rapids, cuts right through a vibrant section as the river approaches Dodger Stadium. Basic kayaking skills recommended. Sometimes also known as the Glendale Narrows.

"My husband, our son and I kayaked the Glendale Narrows in June and wow it was so much fun...also an eye opener!"

- Lucinda C. on Yelp

★★★★★

Top rated by 100+ clients

Private Tours

Got a group you'd like to paddle with, for fun or to mark a special occasion? Speak to a staff member to reserve your private summer tour (guides & equipment provided).

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Group of kayakers paddling colorful kayaks through a calm river surrounded by tall reeds.
Group of kayakers paddling colorful kayaks through a calm river surrounded by tall reeds.
Group of kayakers in colorful kayaks floating on a calm river surrounded by lush greenery.
Group of kayakers in colorful kayaks floating on a calm river surrounded by lush greenery.
Large group of kayakers paddling on a calm river surrounded by lush green trees.
Large group of kayakers paddling on a calm river surrounded by lush green trees.

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