Hoover Dam Kayak Adventure

This adventure includes a once in a lifetime 12-mile kayaking adventure downstream from the Hoover Dam to the Emerald Cove!

About

This is an 8-hour trip and is approximately 12 miles long. Stops and sights include:

• Sauna Cave: we’ll stop here to discover hot springs deep inside the canyon
• Gold Strike Hot Springs: just a 5-10 minute hike away, we’ll head to these hot springs for a quick dip and photo-op
• Boyscout Canyon: we’ll get out of our kayaks to explore this area to see hot springs, narrow slot canyons, and some hiking
• Arizona Hot Springs Beach: we’ll hike about 15 minutes up to the this open beach area to enjoy a lunch break
• Gauging Station: we’ll paddle by this site which was used for monitoring water levels, flow, and sediment content of the river prior to the construction of the Dam
• Emerald Cave: this gorgeous cave formed by natural faulting lights up emerald green. We’ll paddle through for a quick photo
• Emerald Cove: we’ll stop on the beach here for a 30-minute break
• Historical Trailhead: this is a quick 5-10 minute hike leading to the 1920’s homesite of the gauger and offers great views for a photo-op
• Willow Beach National Fish Hatchery: we’ll paddle by this hatchery where rainbow trout are stocked weekly

Duration

12 mile kayak tour/ 8 Hours
(Times listed are in Pacific Time)

What's Included

Sandwich, snack and an ice water are included. Please let us know your dietary restrictions as soon as possible. Please bring 2-3L of extra water for each participant.

What to Bring

• Dry bag or ziplock bag for phone or electronics
• Sunglasses, hat, long sleeve sun shirt
• Sunblock & small towel
• Clothing layers for cooler mornings on the river
• Shoes you don't mind getting wet or water shoes
• Gloves (optional)
• An extra 2-3L of Water for Each Person
• Any additional snacks or food you desire

Important

We provide a single sit-inside kayak, tandems available upon request.

Guests will need to meet us 1.5 hours ahead of scheduled launch time at Willow Beach.

Permits need to be confirmed and purchased after each booking. Permits are purchased thru the NPS, the cost is $32 each and they are non-refundable. With an American the Beautiful National Parks Pass, permits are reduced to $16 each.

Tips for guides are not included in the price. This activity is typically a tipping position

Entry into Willow Beach is extra. Must have National Parks Pass for entry or $25 per car. We usually get there before they open at 7:30 so you will not have to pay this. If you are late and past 7:30 you could have to pay.

Each Guest must bring a copy of their ID or Passport all the way to Hoover Dam Lodge to be checked by National Park Service.

Meeting Point:

Willow Beach

Waiver and Liability

Waiver Requirement: All participants must complete the General Liability Waiver before the activity. The waiver can be found below:

https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/605b6d3a667fc/web/

No waiver, no participation.

Risks and Assumption of Liability: Participants acknowledge the inherent risks associated with kayaking, including but not limited to drowning, weather changes, or equipment failure. By signing the waiver, participants accept these risks and release the operator from liability.