Self-Guided Lower Green River Inflatable Kayaking
Product ID: 93229
Supplied by: Green River Adventures
Splash into a memorable journey with our Lower Green River self-guided adventure. Perfect for families and all experience levels, this trip offers flexible pacing, scenic stops, and full gear support for a unique river experience. 1-person and 2-person inflatable kayaks available.
Self-guided inflatable kayak trips on the Lower Green River. Let us handle the gear and logistics, while you enjoy the Class I and II whitewater rapids at your own pace with family and friends. We offer 3-mile (2-3 hours) and 4.5-mile (3-4 hours) options.
Highlights
- Class I and Class II rapids.
- The Lower Green is scheduled in the afternoon at 1pm, 1:30pm, 3pm and 3:30pm due to Northbrook Energy’s Scheduled Flow Releases.
What's included
- Inflatable kayak rental
- Helmet
- PFD
- River shoes
Additional Information
Arrive 15 minutes early to allow for check in, orientation, and changing. Our trips leave on time.
When you arrive: Park at our new Riverside Outpost located at 5476 Green River Cove Road, Saluda, NC, 28773. Check in at the front desk.
Requirements to participate
Lower Green River Inflatable Kayaking
Single Kayaks: Ages 10+ recommended
Double Kayaks: Ages 5+ with an Adult
Lifejackets are provided for ALL participants. Feel free to bring your own! (USCG Type III)
All guests are required to sign a waiver.
·If under 18: a parent or guardian must also sign the waiver.
·If under 13: the participant must also be actively accompanied by an adult on the tour.
All guests are required to have shoes or sandals with a heel strap. Rental Shoes are available at check-in for guided trips only.
Cancellation policy
If you need to cancel or modify your reservation, you are required to notify us 72 hours / 3 days prior to your scheduled tour.
Know before you go
Planning and preparing for your arrival: Each individual in your group is required to fill out a Participant Agreement Form online prior to arrival.
Check out the weather. Dress appropriately for the weather.
Be ready to get wet! Every Green River Adventure encounters water.
Footwear: Whitewater Trips require footwear that won’t come off in the water (sandals with a heel strap, water shoes, old sneakers…).
Need a 2-person Kayak? Call or email us to reserve. *Recommended for Adults paddling with a child or someone needing assistance.
Arrive 15 minutes early to allow for check in, orientation, and changing. Our trips leave on time. Get “RIVER READY”– Most items are available in our retail store.
Get changed. Board shorts are recommended.
Sunscreen – apply before your trip.
Hats – your hat can fit under a helmet. We don’t recommend wearing full-brimmed hats.
Sunglasses – retainers are recommended.
Cell phones, wallets, keys, valuables – use your car as a locker for valuables and leave your keys at the front desk.
Pack everything you’re taking on the river in drybags/containers.
Hang out until the trip time when our staff will start the Safety Video and issue helmets and lifejackets. On your trip:
“Don’t bring anything you aren’t willing to donate to the river.” – GRA Proverb
Water, Drinks, and Snacks – We recommend being hydrated and fed. All items should be secured to your boat with clips or cord. We sell waterproof bags (drybags) at our outposts.
Phone, cameras, and valuables – Use common sense when deciding what to take and make sure that valuables that can’t get wet are secured in dry storage.
Prescription and fast-acting medication – We recommend taking any medications you may need such as EPI pens and inhalers.
Overview
Discover the thrill of the wild at Green River Adventures, where exhilarating whitewater awaits at every turn. Navigate the rapids of the Lower Green River on a journey that’s entirely yours, with options for a brisk 3-mile dash or an extended 4.5-mile exploration.
But our adventures don’t stop at whitewater. Test your limits with our Waterfall Rappelling, soar above the trees on a breathtaking Zipline Canopy Tour, embark on scenic waterfall treks, and relax by idyllic swimming holes. For those looking to paddle at their own pace, we rent Stand Up Paddleboards, Kayaks, and all the gear you need for a day on the water.
