Transport Service for Personal Boats

Enjoy a trip down the Hocking River with your own canoe, kayak, or paddle board!

We offer transportation services to our 3-mile and 6-mile drop off locations. No matter the trip you choose, the time on the water will vary from 2 – 4 hours.

Things to Know

Transport Fee

The Transport Fee is per person not per vessel. If you have a canoe, tandem kayak or any other vessel capable of holding more than 1 person, you are responsible for purchasing transport fees for each individual. No parking of vehicles is permitted on our private property without everyone paying & signing a waiver. Violators will be towed.

Boat Transportation

Your canoes and kayaks are being transported with other equipment (Adventure Pro Outdoors or other customers). If you don’t like how we transport boats, it is best to not use our service. Adventure Pro Outdoors is not responsible for damage to canoe or kayaks.

River Conditions

It is at the discretion of the transport customer to decide whether paddling is fit for their equipment with the water levels. We do our best to ensure guests are aware of the river conditions, however we are not responsible for boats bottoming out and damage that may result. We may also deny certain equipment transports during high water conditions. Canoe & kayak transport customers should look at the river levels on their own.

Frequently Asked Questions Regarding River Transports

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  How many transports do I need to purchase?

  A transport wristband is required for each person in your group. This includes guests sharing canoe or tandem kayaks. Transport fees are charged per individual, not per vessel.

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  What is included in a transport?

  A transport means we handle the heavy lifting so you can focus on the fun! When you purchase a transport you get access to our maintained river exits, shuttle service to the entrance, secure parking, and most importantly an awesome float on the beautiful Hocking River!

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  Do you have to pay for a transport fee to canoe or kayak on the Hocking River?

  You must have an Adventure Pro Outdoors wristband to get on/off the river at our landings. The Hocking River is public property, but our entrances & exits are privately owned. Adventure Pro Outdoors and its staff reserves the right to deny entrance/exit to our landing if a wristband has not been purchased.

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  Where is the check in?

  Check in is located at our headquarters. Guests should come to 1299 E. Canal St. Nelsonville, OH 45764 for check in.

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  What is the cancellation policy?

  We understand that sometimes unexpected circumstances come up and cancellations become necessary. It is our policy to grant refunds if notified 7 days prior to arrival date minus a $10 processing fee. If cancelled within 7 days of arrival date you will be offered the opportunity to reschedule by receiving a promo code credit to be used. The chance to reschedule expires after one year.

  We do not offer refunds due to high or low water, but we will give you the opportunity to reschedule your trip with us or receive a voucher for a future trip. We still operate in the rain unless there is lightning. In the event of bad weather or lightning you will have the opportunity to reschedule. The chance to reschedule expires after one year. Thank you for your understanding

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  Do we require you to sign a waiver prior to participating?

  Yes, we do require ALL guests to sign a waiver prior to participating in water activities. Electronic waivers are provided in the “Booking Confirmation” and “Waiver Reminder” email which are sent to guests after booking online. Prior to arrival, guests can sign their waivers electronically via the email.

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  When does the season start and end?

  River Trip season runs from April to October. This could vary year to year depending on the weather and river conditions. We operate 7 days a week from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Reservations are required during our season.