The Experience

Kayak & SUP Backhaul

We transport you and your kayak or paddleboard upstream to a destination of your choice — typically 10 miles up at Petroglyph Beach day-use area, just below Glen Canyon Dam (15 miles upstream max). You decide how long you want to paddle and we'll drop you off accordingly. Two hours or all day — it's up to you.

  • Kayak rentals do not include water taxi or backhaul shuttle
  • Choose how long you want to be on the river — 2 hours or all day
  • Meet us at the Lees Ferry boat launch ramp on the Colorado River
  • No need to transport any boats — we provide everything
  • Safe and pleasant trip down the river, all skill levels welcome
$80Per Person

Includes upstream transport for you + one watercraft under 50 lbs

From $40Kayak Rentals

Plus tax and booking fee. SUP rentals also available.

No canoes or watercraft exceeding 15 feet. No watercraft with frames. Additional $80 charge for gear and watercraft exceeding 50 lbs total.

Jet boat backhaul shuttle with kayaks on the Colorado River
Shuttle departures from Lees Ferry launch ramp
01

Meet at Lees Ferry

Arrive at the Lees Ferry launch ramp. We load your kayak or paddleboard (or use our rentals) onto the custom Koffler jet boat.

02

You Pick the Drop-Off

Tell us how long you want to paddle. Most folks ride 10 miles up to Petroglyph Beach, but we'll drop you anywhere up to 15 miles below the dam.

03

Paddle Back in Paradise

Float back downstream through crystal-clear waters, hidden fern grottoes, ancient petroglyphs, and towering canyon walls — at your own pace.

Family owned and operated · Guiding Lees Ferry since 1999