Santa Fe Paddling Adventures
Visit us at location to rent same day, or reserve online
Out and Back rentals & Downriver paddle trips to enjoy, explore, and recharge yourself …
$40 - $80 single kayaks/ $50 - $120 tandem kayaks or canoes
Personal equipment shuttles are located inside the booking process for $25 - $80 per vessel
Current Season - Open: Thur. - Mon. 9-5 Closed: Tues. & Wed.
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$40 - $60 2 hour rentals
Visit Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park. No reservations, First come first serve, out and back 2 hour rentals. Enjoy paddling the crystal clear waters of the Blue Springs run, paddle out to the Santa Fe River and explore upriver visiting Rum Island and more, then paddle back down in a wonderful 2 hour block.
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$55 - $75 Our newest and shortest Adventure! Enjoy a downriver paddle that allows you to visit Poe Springs, Lilly Springs, Pickard Springs, Mermaid Springs, Rum Island Springs, and end at Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park. A magical little paddle with less paddling and more spring enjoyment than any other. Start by coming to Poe Springs Park, then paddle downriver to Gilchrist Blue Springs where you will wait for your return shuttle back to Poe Springs Park RESERVE
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$50 - $75 Our Most Popular Adventure with 8 marquee springs to visit along the way including Rum Island Springs, Gilchrist Blue Springs, & Ginnie Springs. (Average 4 hours)
Your adventure starts at Poe Springs Park boat ramp. Check in and we will get you on your way to paddle downriver to Santa Fe River Park. There you will be shuttled back to Poe Springs Park.
*Don't forget to paddle a short stretch upriver first to see Poe Springs, adding an extra Spring to your 8 in 8 Adventure!
• Check in times 9am - 12pm Walk-ups welcome.
• This trip requires waiting for return shuttle at the end. Wait times vary but may be up to 45 minutes. Restrooms and pavillions are on site at Santa Fe River Park ( takeout point )
• All rentals are due back to Santa Fe River Park by 5pm
RESERVE Check in location-Poe Springs Boat Ramp: 28800 NW 182nd Ave. High Springs
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$55 - $120 Our 2nd shortest paddle trip. Only 3.5 miles downriver. Meet at Poe Springs Boat Ramp and begin your Adventure… A downriver paddle, riddled with dazzling springs along the way. Enjoy visiting Rum Island, Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park and all of the springs found at Ginnie. Finally, end at the Ginnie Springs Boat Ramp and get a shuttle ride back to Poe Springs Park. Magical, practical, and aquatical!! (We know it’s not a word. But shouldn’t it be?)
• All rentals are due at the Ginnie Springs Boat Ramp no later than 4pm.
RESERVE Check in location-Poe Springs Boat Ramp: 28800 NW 182nd Ave. High Springs
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Single Kayak $50- $80 Tandem Kayak/Canoe $75 - $120
Personal equipment shuttle $25 - $80 per vessel
Guided Clear Kayak Tour $75 per person: Available Mon-Fri
Open: Thur. - Mon.
First Adventure begins at 9:00a
Last Adventure begins at 1:30p
Return shuttles begin after 1 pm
Last Return shuttle at 5 pm
We are ready for Walk-ups or you can reserve here
AOA Santa Fe River Adventures
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Ginnie Springs Paddle
3.5 miles of downriver exploration and ultimate relaxation.
Paddle crystal-clear springs & spot wildlife on the only Ginnie Springs Paddle.
An absolute breathtaking Adventure that allows you to begin at Poe Springs and then paddle past Rum Island, Gilchrist Blue Springs, and several other while ending and getting a return shuttle from Ginnie Springs
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Blue Springs Hopper
Our shortest trip but it is sure to impress.
2.5 Miles down river with at least 5 springs to visit. (Average 2 hours)
Meet us at Poe Springs and begin your down river Adventure. Once you arrive at Gilchrist Blue Springs check-in with staff for the next available shuttle back to Poe.
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8 Springs in 8 Miles
Our Most Popular Adventure!
8 Miles down river, with well over 8 marquee springs to visit along the way. (Average 5 hours)
Meet us at Poe Springs Park Boat Ramp and to begin your down river Adventure. Once you end at Santa Fe River Park, we will shutte you back to Poe Springs.
