Upcoming Group Events 

We plan regular group events including Friday Fieldtrips, Full Moon Paddles, and Camp and Paddles. These group outings are open to paddlers with their own kayaks and gear and to those who need to rent from us! Stay tuned for new event postings as trips get planned.

Friday, June 19th, 6 PM- Silver Lake in Columbia Heights

Join us for an evening paddle at Silver Lake in Columbia Heights. We will start at 6 PM. Or join when you can. Put in at either the beach or the boat launch, and we'll meet out on the lake.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/z639C9A2uSs4zrxD8?g_st=ic

Come with your own kayak or paddle board. Or rent a kayak from us for $40 plus tax. For rentals contact us in advance by email: booking@twincitieskayaking.com.

All trips are weather permitting and subject to change. Be sure to RSVP by email for up-to-date info. RSVP to booking@twincitieskayaking.com.  

Friday, June 26th- Cannon River, Faribault- THIS TRIP IS FULL

We will paddle approximately 14 miles from Faibault to Dundas, which should take us about 5 hours. We have never done this stretch of the Cannon so are excited to finally try it out! Participants should have intermediate kayaking experience. We may encounter rocks, riffles, and downed trees.  This group trip will be limited to 15 total participants. You must RSVP by email to register and for details.  

Come with your own kayak (no charge). Or rent a kayak from us for $59 plus tax. 

All trips are weather permitting and subject to change. RSVP to booking@twincitieskayaking.com.  

Friday, July 3rd- Upper Kinni, River Falls WI

Kayak the cool, crisp water of the Kinnickinnic in River Falls, WI with us. This upper section of the Kinni is not too difficult. But there are some turns and obstacles and fast water. So you should have prior kayaking experience and to be able to steer. As with all river trips, it’s a good idea to bring a dry bag with or leave a change of clothes in your vehicle for your comfort in case you get wet. Always plan ahead for an unplanned dump in the river  Conditions on the Kinni are always changing.

Trip is about 2 hours. Bring a lunch/snack and beverage. We like to stop along the way for a break and a swim.

Join us with your own kayak (no charge) or rent from us ($59 plus tax) with advance reservation. To rent a kayak OR to come with your own, email booking@twincitieskayaking.com to RSVP.

Starting point is at DNR parking lot near N Liberty Rd.

https://goo.gl/maps/jr5yCSPGyBLvLHNt5

Exit is at DNR lot across from Aldi's:

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We will meet early to set shuttles. If you want to participate we will be dropping our boats and gear at 11 AM at the START and then cooperating to shuttle most vehicles to the end. Otherwise come with friends and drop your boats at the start, drive vehicles to the end and carpool back to the start with just one vehicle. Parking is limited so carpooling is encouraged!

RSVP by email if you plan to join! booking@twincitieskayaking.com

All trips are weather permitting and subject to change. RSVP to booking@twincitieskayaking.com.  

Saturday, July 25th, 11 AM- Mississippi River Float Fest

Let's all get out to celebrate the Mississippi River from the river! This event is in partnership with Mississippi Park Connection and other local oraganizations, so there will be lots of options to get out and have fun on the river.  Here's the event website:

https://www.paddleshare.org/float-fest

Join our group to float and paddle from River Park in Brooklyn Park to Boom Island Park in Minneapolis. 

You can join us with your own kayak or paddleboard (no charge) or rent a kayak from us with advance registration for a discounted rate of $40 per person. 

We will launch at 11 am. Since this is a downriver trip, you will need to arrange transportation for yourself at each end. Pariticpants may choose to collaborate with each other on shuttling. All participants must RSVP by email to booking@twincitieskayaking.com.

All trips are weather permitting and subject to change. Be sure to RSVP by for up-to-date info to booking@twincitieskayaking.com. If it's a windy day we will shorten the paddle and end in Fridley. 

August 5-9th, 2026- Cuyuna Mine Pits Summer Trip

Our Summer vacation to the Cuyuna Mine Pit Lakes area will be August 5-9th. We hope you can join us for a day, two days or 5 days! Feel free to meet up with us if you are up with your own gear. We'd love to see you there. We will set places and times for group paddles each day.

Please note: Overnight accommodations, transportation, meals, etc. are all up to you. We just schedule paddles. We will be staying at the Cuyuna State Recreation Area campground. There are other lodging options in the area. Be sure to get your reservations early!

Update as of June 14th: we are full for kayak rentals. But there are other options for rentals in the area. 

Here is a tentative schedule for the weekend, subject to change. We will update with more details as we get closer.

Wednesday 8/5- We will be hiking/biking in the area and setting up camp. Evening Meet-up for other early arrivers at Portsmouth Beach. 7 pm

Thursday 8/6- River Trip! Our current plan is to put in at Trommald landing on the Mississippi and get out at the Little Rabbit Lake Access (5-6 miles). But we go with the flow... so email us to RSVP and stay in the loop for exact time and location. booking@twincitieskayaking.com

Friday 8/7- Daytime paddle: 11:30 meet at Portsmouth Boat Launch: https://goo.gl/maps/dfwqbYBoroq3SK3d7

People can paddle as a group or on their own. Take it easy, go at your own pace and finish when you are ready  If you made arrangements to rent from us, we will arrange an end meeting time or plan when we get there. Bring a lunch and/or beverages for yourself to spend a couple of hours on the water.

Friday evening: Evening paddle at Rabbit Lake. We will meet at the boat launch at 6:30 PM. https://maps.app.goo.gl/YBE4SuCuuhkHEzA76

Saturday 8/8- 11:30 AM Meet at Pennington Mine. This lake connects to several others. We will put in at the lot here: https://goo.gl/maps/1Q5AXbrMJXoMqdgV7

People can paddle as a group or on their own. The group likes to stop for a break/swim at a sandy spot along the way. Self-guided so take it easy, go at your own pace and finish when you are ready  If you are renting, we will arrange an end meeting time/plan when we get there. Bring a lunch and/or beverages to be out a couple of hours.

Saturday evening- Potluck 6:30 PM at Portsmouth Campground

Sunday 8/9- Paddle: Noon at Blackhoof Lake. Meet at the public access. https://maps.app.goo.gl/vSmQRqQdmRRVm6uK8

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For more info check the event page on facebook. https://www.facebook.com/share/1DN7x9XaYF/

For questions, contact us by email at booking@twincitieskayaking.com. If you are planning to join, please send us an email so we know to look out for you. 

If you've never been to the Cuyuna lakes, here's a video of highlights from a previous trip: https://youtu.be/xOFDokw6Ccw