*Please note that the duration of each trip is an estimated paddle time based on current river conditions.
Below are the 4 different trip styles that you may choose for Canoe, Kayak or Raft:
Hatton Ferry to Scottsville, Beginner Short Trip
Distance: 4 miles
Departure: 11, 12, 1 & 2pm (weekdays & weekends)
Duration: 1-2 hours depending on River Conditions
Rapid Class: Beginner with flat water & riffles
Price: $32 per person
This is a scenic introductory run over calm water that begins at the historic Hatton Ferry (the only pole operated ferry left in the United States). Great for beginners learning how to paddle and/or people with a tight schedule that want to only spend a couple of hours on the water. It is also the most flexible for arrival times.
Warren Ferry to Scottsville, Beginner – Intermediate (1/2 day)
Distance: 7 miles
Departure: 8am* and 10am (*subject to availability – call ahead)
Duration: 3-4 hours depending on River Conditions
Rapid Class: Beginner/Intermediate with Class I rapids & riffles
Price: $37 per person
This is our most popular day trip starting at the old Warren ferry location. It consists of mostly calm riffle-filled water with (1) set of Class I rapids. There are plenty of islands and sandbars on which to stop and enjoy your riverside picnic and it is a great step up from the beginner run if you’re looking for more excitement.
Howardsville to Scottsville, Intermediate/Experienced (full day)
Distance: 12 miles
Departure: 8am early riser only (b/c of trip duration)
Duration: 4-6 hours depending on River Conditions
Rapid Class: *Intermediate/Experienced with flat water and Class I & II rapids
Price: $45 per person
Bring your own tackle and gear for full day of fishing and floating on the James. This trip departs our HQ bright and early at 8am. It starts at the mouth of the Rockfish river and includes a couple of challenging Class I – II rapids. Besides the two sets of rapids, the river is mostly clam and this section offers some great fishing. There are lots of islands and sandbars for you to pull onto for some wade fishing and/or picnicking.
*This trip is geared toward experienced river enthusiasts that have some paddling experience in Class I & II rapids.
Scottsville to Bremo Bluff, Experienced/Advanced (full day)
Distance: 12 miles
Departure: 8am and a pick up time downriver of 3pm at Bremo Bluff
Duration: 5-6 hours depending on River Conditions
Rapid Class: *Experienced paddlers only! Class I, II & occasional Class III rapids
Price: $48 per person ; Overnight/2 day option is $65 per person (includes tax); camping at Hardware WMA (no facilities – tent camping only) pick up at 3pm on day 2 at Bremo Bluff
2 boat minimum This is our most remote river trip, so we require you to have a buddy boat per company safety policy.
This trip starts from our HQ in Scottsville and goes downriver to Bremo Bluff. It is geared toward experienced paddlers only. A full day on the James with riffles, ledges and Class I rapids offering some of the best fishing on the James. There are a few Class II rapids to make it a challenge for the experienced paddler. This is our most popular fishing float for those who want to bring their gear and enjoy the most remote option that we offer. Pick up time at Bremo Bluff is 3pm.