Olentangy Paddle
Overview
Expert Summary
Detailed Insights
Olentangy Paddle offers an affordable, unique kayaking experience on the Scioto Mile, providing a different perspective of Columbus with comfortable, modern equipment and highly enthusiastic owners.
Key Highlights
- ✓Kayaking on the Scioto Mile, offering a unique perspective of Columbus from the water.
- ✓Kayaks are reported to be in great condition.
- ✓Life jackets are new, inflatable, and specifically noted for making sitting comfortable.
- ✓Owners are enthusiastic and kind, contributing to a positive experience.
Standout Features
- ⭐New, comfortable inflatable life jackets.
- ⭐Enthusiastic and kind owners/staff.
- ⭐Opportunity to paddle the Scioto Mile and see Columbus from a unique vantage point.
- ⭐Convenient and cheap parking available.
Perfect For
Ideal For
💡Pro Tips from Reviews
- →Consider an evening paddle, as one reviewer had a 'super evening'.
- →Expect modern and comfortable inflatable life jackets.
- →Parking is noted as convenient and cheap, so don't anticipate parking difficulties or high costs.
Price & Value
Described as 'a great affordable way' to experience Columbus, implying good value for the cost. The mention of 'cheap' parking further enhances the overall value proposition.
♿Accessibility & Special Needs
- •No specific accessibility accommodations mentioned in this review.
🍎Food & Drink Policy
- •Not mentioned in this review.
🚗Parking Info
- •Parking is described as convenient and cheap.
👥Crowd Levels
- •An 'evening paddle' was described as 'super', but no specific information on crowd levels during other times is provided.
🛡️Safety Features
- •New inflatable life jackets are provided, suggesting an emphasis on modern and comfortable safety equipment.
Pricing/Package/Events
Pricing & Packages
Standard Kayak Rental (Weekend)
$50Duration: 2.5 hours on the water
Guided kayaking trip on the Scioto River including safety and basic paddling session.
Includes:
- •Single-person recreational kayak
- •PFD (Personal Flotation Device)
- •Paddle
- •15 minute ACA-based safety and basic paddling session
- •On-water guide
Standard Kayak Rental (Weekend)
$25Duration: 2.5 hours on the water
Guided kayaking trip for kids on the Scioto River including safety and basic paddling session.
Includes:
- •Single-person recreational kayak
- •PFD (Personal Flotation Device)
- •Paddle
- •15 minute ACA-based safety and basic paddling session
- •On-water guide
Standard Kayak Rental (Weekday)
$35Duration: 2.5 hours on the water
Guided kayaking trip on the Scioto River including safety and basic paddling session.
Includes:
- •Single-person recreational kayak
- •PFD (Personal Flotation Device)
- •Paddle
- •15 minute ACA-based safety and basic paddling session
- •On-water guide
Standard Kayak Rental (Weekday)
$15Duration: 2.5 hours on the water
Guided kayaking trip for kids on the Scioto River including safety and basic paddling session.
Includes:
- •Single-person recreational kayak
- •PFD (Personal Flotation Device)
- •Paddle
- •15 minute ACA-based safety and basic paddling session
- •On-water guide
Fundraising Program Administration Fee
Approximately 10% (+ boat rental fees, when applicable)Fee to cover administration costs and registration website charges for Paddle with a Purpose fundraising outings.
Events & Schedule
Special Events(Last 2 months - Next 6 months)
Paddle with a Purpose Fundraising Program
Arranged by group
Approximately 10% administration fee (+ boat rental fees, when applicable)
Fundraising program for non-profit organizations and groups of 10 or more people. Groups can choose a time, date, and route. Olentangy Paddle sets up a registration website. Paddlers can rent equipment or bring their own, or be virtual paddlers.
🍎Food Policy
- • Small coolers are permitted.
🛡️Safety Policy
- • All participants are required to wear life jackets (PFDs) at all times.
- • Each trip includes a 15-minute safety and basic paddling session based on ACA Quickstart course.
- • A guide is on the water at all times; participants must stay within the guide's eyesight.
- • Kayaks comfortably hold up to 250 lbs; email info@olentangypaddle if weight is over 250 lbs to ensure the right kayak.
- • Maximum weight for kayaks is 300 lbs.
- • For fundraising trips, a 20-30 minute comprehensive safety and paddling stroke instruction by ACA-certified instructors is provided on land.
- • Rivers are typically slow-moving and suitable for beginners.
- • Trips are never run when river levels are higher than an average adult's waist, making it safe for non-swimmers.
📅Booking Policy
- • Sign-up is available online (link provided on website, not in content).
- • Allow at least 15 minutes for parking and walking to the launch site prior to your scheduled time.
- • Late arrivals will need to shorten their time on the water due to subsequent bookings.
🚗Parking Information
- • Allow at least 15 minutes for parking and walking to the launch site.
- • Recommendation to use the Park Columbus app on a smartphone.
- • Public parking garages are available in the area.
What People Say
Areas for Improvement
- Parking can be challenging (mentioned in 2 reviews)
Recent Reviews
David Hoag
8 months agoHad a super evening paddling the Scioto Mile! Parking was convenient and cheap. Kayaks were in great condition. Life jackets were the new inflatable kind that make sitting so comfortable. And best of all, the owners are enthusiastic and kind! A great affordable way to see Columbus from a different point of view.
David Lambert
7 months agoNo review text available
Contact Information
25 Marconi Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215, USA
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