Boat Types for River Trips at Hocking Hills Canoe Livery

Canoe
Canoes offer the chance for two people to work together while paddling downstream. There are two molded seats for canoeing in comfort. A maximum of a third adult or two small children can be added, sitting on the canoe floor. Our canoes are all Old Town 158 or Wenonah Northfork's, which have two seats. Try a kayak for the third person. For a large family that would like to stay together, we recommend a raft.
Kayak
	Most kayaks are one man vessels, where the paddler sits down in the boat. They are generally easier to maneuver, but a little bit tippier than a canoe. When handled by an experienced paddler, kayaks tend to be faster then canoes.. All of our kayaks are good for beginners. The paddler is not sealed in the cockpit and no rolling is necessary.
Raft
Rafts are a fun way for a family or a group of friends to stay together. It is a great way to get people with little experience out on the water to see nature's beauty in the trees, flowers and animals found along the river. They are great for families with small children or senior citizens. Our rafts can hold either 4-6 people or 6-8 people. Rafts typically move slower than canoes, giving you the time to stop and smell the honeysuckle. Raft are available for Trip A -- Crockett's Trip, our five mile trip, with a paddling time of 2-3 hours. Rafts only run at certain water levels. Please check for availability.