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Tandem Kayak Rental - Hood River Waterfront
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Description
Tandem Kayak Rental at the Hood River Waterfront
Share the paddling with a partner, friend, or family member in a tandem kayak launched straight from the waterfront dock. Your guides' rental site sits inside the protected cove of Nichols Boat Basin, keeping you shielded from the wind and current of the Columbia River so two paddlers of any experience level can get comfortable together before venturing further out.
Duration
- 1, 2, or 3 hours, or full-day 24-hour rentals
Location / Where to Meet
- Meet at the waterfront rental site: 301 N 1st Street, Hood River, OR 97031
- Launch directly from the dock inside Nichols Boat Basin, a protected cove connected to the Columbia River
- Parking: 10 spaces available in the lower lot; additional paid parking is available along the roadway above the shop
Ages & Requirements
- Paddlers must be able to get in and out of the kayak and paddle without assistance
- Suited to two paddlers of any experience level, including pairs where one paddler has little to no experience
- Minimum age: Ages 5+ to ride along with an adult
- Must be aged 10+ to ride on single kayaks. For children under 10, please reserve a tandem kayak.
What's Included
- Tandem (two-person) kayak
- Two paddles
- Two personal flotation devices (PFDs)
Not Included
- Guide or narrated instruction (this is a self-guided rental)
- Gratuity
- Transportation to the rental site
What to Bring / Wear
- Water shoes or sandals with a secure strap
- Quick-drying, comfortable clothing
- Reef-safe sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses
- Reusable water bottle and snacks
- Dry bag for phones, keys, or cameras
- Extra layers, as Gorge weather and wind can shift quickly
ADVENTURE PROVIDED BY Pedal & Paddle HR
FAQs
Do I need previous kayaking experience?
No experience is necessary. The rental site is set inside a protected, wind-sheltered cove that's a great spot to get comfortable before heading further out, and the team is on hand to help first-timers get started.
Can I paddle out to Wells Island?
When wind and current conditions allow, many paddlers make the roughly 1 mile (1.6 km) crossing from the protected cove out to Wells Island on the Columbia River. Conditions can change quickly on the Gorge, so check in with the rental team before heading out into open water.
What's the difference between the sit-on-top and sit-inside kayaks?
Sit-on-top kayaks are recommended for less experienced paddlers — if you tip, you can easily climb back on. Sit-inside kayaks require swimming or towing to shore to empty out if flipped, so they're best suited to paddlers with more experience.
Is a tandem kayak more stable than a single?
Yes — tandem kayaks offer extra stability, which makes them a popular pick for couples, parents paddling with a child, or larger or taller paddlers who want more confidence on the water.
Cancellation Policy
Flexible Cancellation: If your plans change just let us know at least 24 before for a full refund. Day of cancellations will not be refunded and rescheduling is not allowed.
Rarely, weather forces us to cancel tours for the day. In this case we provide refunds or rebook your tour to another time and day.
Availability
There is no instant booking availability for this adventure. Drop us a line using the contact form below and we'll do our best to help you book this adventure or suggest some alternative options
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Location
Address
301 North 1st Street
Hood River, OR, 97031
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This adventure isn't instantly bookable online, but may still be available