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Burkes's  Burke's Canoe Trips & Kayaks
Russian River
Image A ten mile self-guided canoe trip through the Redwoods with return shuttle included. Picnic, swim, sunbath at beaches along this magnificent stretch of the river. View wildlife such as: otter, Great Blue Heron, osprey, turtles, and more. Canoeing at Burke's - a Russian River Tradition. Riverside camping & kayaks also available.
Mirabel Road at 8600 River Road, Forestville CA
(707) 887-1222
  River's Edge Kayak & Canoe Trips
Russian River
Image Guaranteed the most thorough, scenic, and friendly excursion service on the Russian River! 3 self guided trips to choose from...that are more remote and have more current and wildlife than any other company on the river. Paddle through the vinyards...swim, picnic, and sunbath on the beaches.
13840 Healdsburg Ave., Healdsburg CA
(800) 345-0869
Soar  Russian River Adventures
Russian River
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We run a beautiful eight mile stretch of the Russian River that is very secluded. A perfect trip for families, couples, and corporate outings. Great beaches, picnicking, swimming, rope swings, bird life and fun. We do not rent more than 20 SOAR canoes in a day, so you won't feel crowded. -- Dog and people friendly.
20 Healdsburg Ave., Healdsburg CA
(707) 433-5599
California's premier leisure canoeing destination. Just north of San Francisco.

Visitor's Reference Guide

When To Come - River Flow
April through October (7 months)
The river is slow-moving and safe during the canoeing season. If coming with children try to plan your trip in the mid-May through mid-September period. The shoulder periods of the season are excellent for the outdoor adventurers.
November through March (5 months)
During the winter the river rises, increases flow and hides branches and other snares. We do not advise canoeing the river during the winter unless you are experienced.

Photos & More Information
Russian River
Gualala River
Sonoma Coast
Lake Sonoma

Drop Spots and Pickup Points
Russian River
Johnson's Beach - Guerneville
Steelhead Beach - Forestville
Monte Rio Beach - Monte Rio
Downtown Jenner - Jenner
Healdsburg Memorial Beach - Healdsburg
Willow Creek - Upstream from Jenner
Coast - (anywhere you can carry your kayak)
Jenner
Sonoma Coast State Beach
Bodega Bay
Gualala River's Mouth
Salt Point &

Coastal Conditions
We recommend you to the Bodega Bay surfing page which has information on surf conditions and the phone numbers of businesses on the coast.

Plans of Action
Here are a two of the most popular ways to travel the river.

1) Tour/Rental Operator Shuttle: For a fee a tour operator will drop you off and pick you up. Some companies run buses all day (for the river only), others have you call them of schedule a pickup time.

2) The Two Car Relay: Drive with someone to the pickup point, have them leave their car there and travel with you to the drop off point.

Picture Gallery of the River and Coast

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