About Golden River Adventures
Golden River Adventures specialises in self-guided paddling on the calmer waters around Golden, offering inflatable kayak and stand-up paddleboard rentals for visitors who want to explore the region's lakes and rivers at their own pace. Operating in affiliation with Alpine Rafting and based near Kicking Horse Resort, the outfitter fills the gap for travellers seeking a relaxed water experience away from the big whitewater.
Their rental fleet of stable inflatable kayaks is well suited to the gentle upper Kicking Horse and Columbia Rivers as well as the area's alpine lakes. Popular self-guided routes include the accessible Columbia Valley Explorer, a mellow paddle through the wetlands and braided channels around Golden, and the longer Wapta Falls trip for experienced paddlers, which links easy Class I water with a hike to the base of one of the region's most impressive waterfalls. Staff provide route advice, maps and skill-appropriate recommendations before each rental.
For families, casual paddlers and visitors wanting to soak up the Columbia Wetlands' renowned birdlife and mountain scenery, Golden River Adventures offers an affordable, flexible alternative to a guided tour. The combination of easy-to-handle equipment, scenic beginner-friendly routes and local knowledge makes it a go-to for low-key days on the water in the Golden area.
