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Paddling

Beaver River or Nottawasaga River

 
 

Paddling

Beaver River or Nottawasaga River

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$40/person and up

4 - 18 km

1-5 hrs

1+ people

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BEAVER OR NOTTY?

Beaver River
Classic Down River

Heathcote

  • $40/person - (1 hour paddle)
  • $50/person - (2 hour paddle)
  • $70/person - (5 hour paddle)
  • Includes all your equipment (kayak, sup or canoe / PFD / paddle / safety kit)

Meet us at the Free Spirit Tours base on the Beaver River and we will greet you there to get you equipped for your paddle. There will be a short shuttle ride to your chosen access point, and you’ll paddle back downstream to the Free Spirit Tours base. You'll have the opportunity to see egrets, herons, cormorants, muskrat, turtles and so much more.

Address (click for map)
236720 Grey County Road 13
Heathcote, ON

Nottawasaga River
Jack's Lake

Wasaga Sports Park

  • $50/person - for 2 hour paddle
  • Includes all your equipment (kayak, sup or canoe / PFD / paddle / safety kit)
  • Paddle upstream into a lake and back

Meet us in the Wasaga Sports Park and we will greet you there to get you going on your paddle. You'll paddle through beautiful wilderness and have the opportunity to see bald eagles, trumpeter swans, osprey, beavers, turtles and so much more.

Address (click for map)
1888 Klondike Park Road
Wasaga Beach, ON

 

Nottawasaga River
Dunes Paddle

Wasaga Sports Park

  • $50/person - for 2 hour paddle
  • Includes all your equipment (kayak, sup or canoe / PFD / paddle / safety kit)
  • PLEASE NOTE: DOWN RIVER DUNES PADDLE MUST BE BOOKED 24H IN ADVANCE. Use the calendar in the booking widget to select a date.

Experience a unique side of Wasaga Beach on this 2.5-hour paddle along the beautiful Nottawasaga River. Beginning at the Wasaga Sports Park and ending at Schooner Town, this scenic route winds through a variety of river environments, including a few faster-moving sections that add a touch of excitement to the journey. Along the way, you'll paddle past the iconic sand dunes that have helped shaped the history and landscape of the world's longest freshwater beach.

Meet us at the Free Spirit Tours Wasaga base and we will greet you there to get you going on your paddle.

Address (click for map)
28 Sunset Court
Wasaga Beach, ON

Kayaker on river in front of sand dunes with arms in the air
Three people smiling in front of Free Spirit Tours van
Smiling kayaker

Level of experience

Beginners to Experienced – Both rivers are great for beginner paddlers. You'll be shown some paddle strokes to help you maneuver your boat.

What to bring

Water to drink (in a day pack so it’s easy to carry), a water resistant camera and sunscreen

What's included

Boat, paddle, life jacket, safety kit, brief instruction.
Please note this is a self-guided paddle.

What to wear

Sun hat, bathing suit, clothes you don't mind getting wet, water shoes or sandals

PRICING CHART

Includes all equipment needed.

1 Hour Paddle
(Beginner)

$ 40

per person + HST

Flower Bridge
to
Heathcote
(Beaver R.)

NEW FOR 2026:
SUNSET SERIES
Go for a Friday evening paddle on the Beaver River

This is a self-guided paddle.

Book Paddle

2 Hour Paddle
(Beginner)

$ 50

per person + HST

Jack's Lake
(Nottawasaga R.)

Paddle upstream against a gentle current. Turn around when ready.
 
 
 
 
This is a self-guided paddle. 

Book Paddle

2 Hour Paddle
(Intermediate)

$ 50

per person + HST

Epping
to
Heathcote
(Beaver R.)
or
Sports Park
to
Schoonertown
(Nottawasaga R.)

This is a self-guided paddle.

Book Paddle

5 Hour Paddle
(Intermediate)

$ 70

per person + HST

Kimberley
to
Heathcote
(Beaver R.)
 
 
 
 
 
 
This is a self-guided paddle.

Book Paddle

SEASON PASS

$350 + HST

  • Includes unlimited 2 hour trips on the Beaver River or Nottawasaga River
  • Memberships are non-transferable
  • Valid between May 18 - Oct 12, 2026 (Victoria Day weekend to Thanksgiving weekend)
  • Purchase your membership by using the widget below under the ‘Paddling season pass’ tab
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PADDLING PROTOCOLS

At all times
  • Please follow a “leave no trace” policy. If you pack it in, pack it out (this applies to trash as well and especially cigarette butts).
  • Take only pictures and leave only footprints. Please do not disturb vegetation or wildlife.
On the water
  • Life jackets are to be worn.
  • Alcohol and cannabis are not permitted (it’s the law!).
  • Please only open your marine safety kit in an emergency situation.
Upon completion
  • Beaver River: please bring your boats and equipment from the river back up to the yard (you must remove any personal items or trash).
  • Nottawasaga River: A guide from Free Spirit Tours will help you with your boat (you must remove any personal items or trash).

BOOK YOUR PADDLE

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Great people, great equipment. They offered flexible shuttle options to save our group considerable money as well! Really appreciate that kind of service.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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Incredibly kind owners! And a wonderful beautiful experience that made our morning exceptional.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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Great group of guys at the Beaver river site. Time estimates was spot on for a relaxing time on the river. Great scenery.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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We had a great time during this activity, the personnal was friendly. We took the 2 hours package, with kids 11 and 15 and a stop to eat lunch and swim it was a perfect duration of about 3 hours.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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We did the two hour paddle and loved it! The river was absolutely beautiful and so peaceful. There was lots of wildlife to look at - birds, turtles and a beaver! Prices were very affordable, we will return next time we are in the area. Remember to keep left on the rapids! Haha
  
 
  
 
 
 
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Good service, very nice place. We did the beaver river for an hour with the kids and it was really nice.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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Wonderful experience.

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