River Trips and Fishing - Canoeing or Kayaking and Tubing down the river

RIVER TRIPS

Canoeing and Kayaking

Canoeing or kayaking the clean waters of the Boardman is a great way to spend an afternoon, but these activities are not suggested for the extremely novice or those fearful of getting wet, as tipping over is a possibility. The current is more swift than slow and navigation is required, this is by no means a lazy river. We strongly discourage this activity for children 3 or under. The trip itself is 4 miles and averages 1.5 hours. Canoes are meant to seat two people, with the option of putting a third (child) in the middle. All of our kayaks are single seaters and guests need to be 12 years old+ to kayak. The rental price includes paddles and cushions. You sign up at the Ranch and ride a shuttle up river, all trips end at Ranch.

2024 Dates & Costs

Canoeing and Kayaking:

4 mile trip-averages 1.5 hours. This is our only trip length for canoeing and kayaking.

Rental Cost: $40 per canoe (2 person), $40 per kayak (single person)

Rental Cost for Overnight Guest: $35 per canoe (2 person), $35 per kayak (single person)

-all rentals must be off river and returned no later than 6pm; 4pm Sundays

Deposit: $20 per canoe/per kayak.
Deposits must be paid in cash.

-deposits will be forfeited for late returns (after 6pm; 4pm Sundays)

-deposits will be forfeited, and additional charges will apply, for lost or damaged equipment

Season:

Opening Day for 2024 Season: Saturday, May 11

Beginning on May 11 we will be open for river trips on Saturdays between 10am and 4pm

June 13-Labor Day river trips will be available Thursdays through Mondays between 10am and 4pm (ending at 2pm on Sundays)

September 7 through October 19 river trips will be available on Saturdays between 10am and 4pm

Last Day for 2024 Season: Saturday, October 19

-our season and rental schedule could change without notice based on weather, staffing or various other factors

Trip Times:

River trips run on top of the hour between 10am and 4pm on all rental dates except Sundays when trips end at 2pm. Please see specific dates above.

Trips happen on a first come, first served basis. We suggest arriving at least 20 min early to sign-up.

All rentals must be off river and returned no later than 6pm, 4pm on Sundays.

River trip schedules can change without notice.

Holiday Hours:

Memorial Day: No river trips available
(river trips are available Sat and Sunday of Memorial Weekend)

4^th of July: River trips available 10am to 4pm, must be off river no later than 6pm

Labor Day: No river trips available
(river trips are available Sat and Sunday of Labor Day Weekend

River Tubing

River tubing is an adventurous activity where you are sure to get wet. You sit in an open bottom tube and float down the river. The current will move you along, but you’ll need to use your arms to steer or navigate along the way.

This activity is not suggested for children under 3 years old. Young children, 4-6yrs, can sit on a parents lap. Generally by about age 7 most kids are big enough to ride in their own youth sized tube.

2024 Dates & Costs

River Tubing:

2 Mile Trip-averages 1.25 hours.
Rental Cost: $14 per tube
Rental Cost for Overnight Guests: $12 per tube
Deposit: $10 per tube. (deposits must be paid in cash)

4 Mile trip-averages 2.5 hours.

*latest time you can depart for this longer trip is 3pm
Rental Cost: $20 per tube
Rental Cost for Overnight Guests: $18 per tube
Deposit: $10 per tube (deposits must be paid in cash)

-deposits will be forfeited for late returns (after 6pm; 4pm Sundays)

-deposits will be forfeited, and additional charges will apply, for lost or damaged equipment

Season:

Opening Day for 2024 Season: Saturday, May 11

Beginning on May 11 we will be open for river trips on Saturdays between 10am and 4pm

June 13-Labor Day river trips will be available Thursdays through Mondays between 10am and 4pm (ending at 2pm on Sundays)

September 7 through October 19 river trips will be available on Saturdays between 10am and 4pm

Last Day for 2024 Season: Saturday, October 19

-our season and rental schedule could change without notice based on weather, staffing or various other factors

Trip Times:

Tubing trips run on top of the hour between 10am and 4pm (3pm is the last departure time for long trip.) on all rental dates except Sundays when trips end at 2pm (1pm is last departure time for long trip on Sundays.) Please see specific dates above.

Trips happen on a first come, first served basis. We suggest arriving at least 20 min early to sign-up.

All rentals must be off river and returned no later than 6pm, 4pm on Sundays.

River trip schedules can change without notice.

Holiday Hours:

Memorial Day: No river trips available (We do offer tubing on Sat and Sunday of Memorial Weekend)

4^th of July: Tubing trips available 10am to 4pm, must be off river no later than 6pm

Labor Day: No river trips available (We do offer tubing trips on Sat and Sunday of Labor Day Weekend)

The Boardman River

The Boardman River is truly a beautiful and natural river. In fact, often times you stand a good chance of seeing wildlife on the banks and in sky around you while traveling down it.

It’s named on the Natural River Act. This assures that any trees that come down over the course of the year must remain in the water for fish habitat, unless they are completely obstructing the river.

The river also twists and turns through the Boardman Valley and holds a very steady current. For the most part, you do not have to paddle to keep moving, the current will carry you along. But please be advised that there is a tremendous amount of steering and navigation required for this river. For the most part the water averages knee to waist deep, but there are scattered deeper pockets on the river reaching 5-7 feet in depth. The river is also spring fed with temperatures averaging around 60 degrees.

KIDS FISHING PONDS

Ponds are stocked with rainbow trout and fish are pellet fed, meaning even amatuer fishermen stand a good chance of reeling in a big one. No catch and release allowed. $11/ fish charge. Must have your own equipment. Ponds are open for public fishing daily June 14 through Labor Day between 9am and 5pm.

Sometimes our main grounds are closed for private events, and this schedule can change without notice. It’s encouraged to email ranchrudolf@gmail.com to check pond availability for your desired fishing date.

FLY FISHING

The Ranch is situated on the Boardman River, a nationally known blue ribbon trout stream. Anglers of all levels enjoy the serenity of the Boardman. Due to mid day canoe and kayak traffic, fly fishing is most appropriate in the early mornings or later evenings, or slightly downstream of the Ranch. Must have your own equipment including a fishing license. Only overnight guests can access the river from our property, thank you for understanding.