Upper Waupaca River Adventure

General Info

If you’re looking for the ultimate Waupaca River adventure, this 8-mile paddle delivers nonstop excitement and unforgettable scenery. Plan for 3+ hours of action as you navigate a river packed with character—boulders, tight channels, fallen trees, and multiple stretches of fast-moving rapids that will test your kayaking skills. Paddle beneath bridges, including the iconic Covered Bridge, as the river keeps you alert and engaged around every bend. This trip blends challenge and beauty from start to finish, wrapping up at Waupaca’s stunning Brainard’s Bridge Park—perfect for relaxing with lunch or a snack. It’s adventurous, rewarding, and absolutely worth it. Book now and take on the river!

 

Daily Trips

 

We have daily trips available. The Waupaca River trip meets at Brainards Bridge Park (711 Bailey St., Waupaca) and returns there.  Please show up at least 15-20 minutes prior to departure time. If you paddle at a leisurely pace, the trip will take roughly 3-3.5 hours to complete if you don’t stop.

 

What to Expect

 

You will probably get wet while on the trip. This is our most challenging river adventure. We highly recommend you have prior river kayaking experience.  There are some rocks you’ll need to maneuver around possibly requiring you to hop out of the kayak if you get stuck. Some lifting may be involved in order to empty your kayak of water. Most of the river is less than 3 feet deep with only a couple spots of deep water. (these spots are very small and you will be over them in seconds.) Further instructions will be given by an instructor prior to your trip departure.

 

What to Bring on Your Trip

 

 * Shoes to wear in the river. (flip flops are not  recommended)

 * Sunblock

 * Bug spray

 * Towel, extra shoes/clothes (for the ride home)

 

• Adventure Outfitters will provide everything you need for your trip including: kayak, paddle (plus 1-2 extra paddles for the group), life jacket, and transportation to and from the river.

 

• NO food or beverage items are permitted on the river. (This is to keep our river clean from litter.)  However, during the very hot days, you can bring water in your own personal water bottle.  We don't want anyone dehydrated!