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Premier Elk River, Missouri Canoeing & Kayaking Float Trips!

Shady Beach Floats is your source for the finest canoeing, kayaking and rafting on the Elk River in Missouri.

Canoeing & Kayaking the Elk River in Missouri

   Enjoy Floating on the Elk River

An afternoon float down the Elk River in Missouri is an incomparable experience. Rated a class I-II, the Elk River is ideal for both beginners and more experienced floaters looking for a laid-back day. The gorgeous, bedrock stream of the Elk River, which runs through southwestern Missouri offers "rest stop" opportunities during you canoeing, kayaking or rafting trip on its many gravel bars. Enjoy a refreshing dip or just get your feet wet in the clean, clear water, which is kept cool year-round by several natural springs. However you spend your day float, Missouri's Elk River will provide beautiful, natural surroundings that include high, forested cliffs and lush foliage growing down to the water's edge. Bring your camera!

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Fishing Missouri's Elk River

Cast a line for smallmouth & largemouth bass, crappie, catfish & panfish!   

Cast a line during your float trip for a fine fishing experience on the Elk River in southwest Missouri.

Featured Fish: Smallmouth Bass Fishing on the Elk River

The best time to hook the prolific smallmouth bass is in late winter/early spring and is available year-round. We recommend jigs and plastic worms as bait while fishing for smallmouth bass. The Elk River is one of the highest rated smallmouth bass fishing spots in southwest Missouri.

Other fish species include largemouth bass, crappie, catfish and several types of panfish.

   Enjoy Canoeing on the Elk River

The Finest Canoes, Kayaks & Rafts on Missouri's Elk River

Shady Beach Floats offers modern, well-maintained canoes, kayaks and rafts to accommodate your float trip down the Elk River in southwest Missouri.

Canoes

Enjoy Kayaking on the Elk River   

We offer both plastic and aluminum canoes. Each is designed for two people and, though a third person may ride in the middle of the canoe on the floor, we do recommend two people per canoe.

Kayaks

Our kayaks are top-mount with a place for a medium-size cooler and offer comfortable seating and easy maneuverability.

   Enjoy Rafting on the Elk River


Our Float Trip Experience on Missouri's Elk River

Our float trips begin at our location in Pineville, Missouri and end at our campground location in Noel, Missouri.

Enjoy Canoeing, Kayaking and Rafting on the Elk River   

Along the way, you'll enjoy a unique and casual paddling experience. Upon your arrival at Shady Beach Campground, you'll enjoy the convenience of shuttle service back to Shady Beach Floats

We can handle large groups!

Elk River Canoe, Raft & Kayak Reservations

Reservations are required on weekend canoe and kayak rentals with a deposit of $10.00 per boat, $35.00 per 4-main raft and $50.00 per 6-man raft. Deposits must be received within 7 days of reservation. Deposit is applied to equipment rental.

No refund of deposit without a minimum 3 day notice. There will be a 10% cancellation fee. We float rain or shine unless Shady Beach cancels. If that happens, then you can reschedule your float trip within 1 year of cancellation.



New Group Rates for 2011

10% Group discount on equipment rental for groups of twenty (20) people or more!!!
Rentals must be paid by one person with one money!


Canoe & Kayak Float Trips
On the Elk River

2011 Rates



CANOE TRIPS
Trip Weekday (per day) (Memorial Day - Labor Day)
(per day)
Deposit - $20.00
Pineville to Shady Beach (8 miles, 4 - 6 hours) Starting at $35.00 Starting at $40.00

This is our most popular float with many gravel bars and swimming holes. Nice, easy float with time to relax and enjoy a day on the Elk River, and still be back in time for dinner.

Additional Person, Ages 6 - 12 $5.00
Additional Person, Ages 13 - Up $10.00
Dog, Any size / any breed (no aggressive breeds) $5.00
KAYAK RENTALS
One Man Kayak - (Deposit - $10.00) Starting at $25.00 / $35.00*
RAFT RENTALS
Raft Size Weekday (per day) Saturday & Holiday Sunday
(Memorial Day - Labor Day)
(per day)
12-Man Rafts ($120.00 deposit due at reservation) $210.00 $240.00
6-Man Rafts ($60.00 deposit due at reservation) $105.00 $120.00
4 Man Rafts ($40.00 deposit due at reservation) $70.00 $80.00
Absolutely NO pets allowed in Rafts!
Rate includes: Rental equipment, life jackets, paddles and transportation to / from Shady Beach Campground.

Choose Shady Beach Floats for a Memorable Canoeing & Kayaking Experience on the Elk River in Missouri!


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