Welcome to Rice Creek Kayaking, a division of Twin Cities Kayaking. We deliver and pick up recreational kayaks for trips along the Rice Creek Water Trail. 

Upper Rice Creek offers a relaxing, wildlife-filled kayaking adventure that any skill level can navigate. This is a self-guided trip on the upper section, starting in Circle Pines and ending in Shoreview. This trip is an approximately  2.5 hours and includes: kayak, paddle and life vest. The cost is just $59 per person*. 

We deliver and pick up the kayaks for you. You only need to manage your personal transportation to the launch point and back. It is recommended that you arrange to have a car at each end, use a ride share option like Uber, or park your bike at the end and drive to the launching point. Just a 20-30 minute bike ride on the Rice Creek Regional Trail.

Groups of 4 or more can book Rice Creek trips 7 days a week, as our schedule allows. We sometimes book guided trips on lower Rice Creek for advanced kayakers only, as conditions allow.  All reservations must be made in advance. To make a reservation for Rice Creek or for more information, please email booking@twincitieskayaking.com.

* Discounted price is for cleaning your own kayak at the end. Towels and spray provided. Have it cleaned for you, add $15. 

We offer many other guided and self-guided outings around the Twin Cities Metro area! Please visit TwinCitiesKayaking.com to view the 2026 line-up. Or email booking@twincitieskayaking.com.