RiverScape MetroPark
RiverScape Paddling Rentals
Rent kayaks to explore the Great Miami River in downtown Dayton.
Paddle under the fountains with Taiter’s Kayak Solutions all summer long at RiverScape MetroPark! Kayakers launch from under the Riverside Bridge along the Great Miami Recreational Trail, and the cost to participate is $15 per person per hour. Regular walk-up rental hours take place Tuesdays from 2-6PM and Thursdays from 4-8PM, June-October.
Know Before You Go
Kayak rentals at this location are targeted for beginner and first-time paddlers. Participants can paddle in the river area from RiverScape MetroPark to Deeds Point MetroPark. Participants can also paddle under the Five Rivers Fountain of Lights, which runs at the top of every hour, Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.
Taiter’s Kayak Solutions staff will provide participants with brief instructions prior to entering the water – including a safety tutorial – and will help participants get into their vessels. All participants will be required to wear a properly fitted life jacket.
Swimming is prohibited in the Great Miami River, but participants should come prepared to get wet. Participants will also not be permitted to go through the RiverScape River Run whitewater feature.
No lifeguards are on duty, and paddling is at all participants’ own risk. All participants will be required to sign a waiver before entering their vessel, and all minors must have a parent/guardian present.
Paddling rentals are weather dependent. We encourage all visitors to check metroparks.org/alerts in advance.
Check out the program listings, Taiter’s Kayak Solutions Facebook page or the RiverScape MetroPark Facebook page for more information.
Age and Weight Requirements
Participants must be at least 10 years old. All minors must have a parent/guardian present.
The maximum weight for participation is 325 pounds. All participants must wear a life jacket, and the maximum chest size for proper fit is 52 inches.
Safety Guidelines
- All participants must wear a life jacket at all times while on the water. See age and weight restrictions above.
- Shoes are recommended, ideally ones with a closed toe and a heel strap. Flip-flops are not recommended.
- Always remain seated while kayaking. Do not stand or sit on the edge of the kayak.
- Swimming is not permitted.
- Alcohol and drugs are not permitted.
- In case of thunderstorms, participants will have to vacate the water for 20 minutes once lightning has been spotted.
- Paddle at your own risk!
- Once you have chosen to participate, there are no refunds for changes in the weather.
