River Trips

LET US DO THE WORK

We’ll handle everything to get you on the river.

Renting makes it easy. Why hassle w/ loading your own kayaks or struggle to tie down your tubes in your truck. Our shuttle buses will transport you where you need to go where your rental equipment will be ready for you to hop in and go. No need to figure out how to get back to your car…

Trips ranging from 1.5 to 6 Hours

We offer trips that can last just a short float, or spend all day floating down the banks of the Rifle River.

YOUR OPTIONS TO FLOAT THE RIFLE RIVER

What type of float?

Cooler & Pet Carriers

A raft to hold your cooler or pet. Attaches w/ a cable to your tube, canoe or kayak.

YOUR SCHEDULE OPTIONS TO FLOAT THE RIFLE RIVER

River Trip Schedules

Moffatt Landing > River View Landing (6 Miles)

9:00am, 10:00am, 10:30am*, 11:00am, 11:30am*, 12:00pm
*Available on Saturdays (Sat/Sun on 3 day weekends)
*Trip durations are estimates based on normal river conditions.

Once your trip is setup w/ the office, meet at our bus stop 15 minutes ahead of your departure time, we’ll load you and your gear on the bus and transport you to Moffatt Landing where your tubes will be waiting for you. Float back to River View Main Landing by 6pm.

River View Main Landing > White’s Canoe Livery (1.5 Miles)

Every 30 Minutes: 12pm – 4pm
*Trip durations are estimates based on normal river conditions.

Once your trip is setup w/ the office, meet at River View Main Landing at your departure time and we’ll have your tubes ready for you. Hop in the water, connect to your friends and begin floating downstream to our friends at White’s Canoe Livery. You are free to float as long as you’d like on the river and can hang out on the water and complete the trip at your own pace, by 6pm. Do NOT pass the bridge.

Once you arrive at White’s Canoe Livery’s dock, get yourself and your tubes out of the river and up the steps. You’ll find a River View Call box. After contacting our office, we’ll be on our way to come pick you up and bring you back to the bus stop, just up the hill from where you started.

Moffatt Landing > River View Landing (6 Miles)

9:00am, 10:00am, 10:30am*, 11:00am, 11:30am*, 12:00pm
*Available on Saturdays (Sat/Sun on 3 day weekends)
*Trip durations are estimates based on normal river conditions.

Once your trip is setup w/ the office, meet at our bus stop 15 minutes ahead of your departure time, we’ll load you and your gear on the bus and transport you to Moffatt Landing (10 minute ride) where your tubes will be waiting for you. Paddle back to River View Main Landing by 6pm.

Greenwood Landing > River View Landing (12 Miles)

9:30am, 10:30am*
*Not Available on Saturdays (Sat/Sun on 3 day weekends)
*Trip durations are estimates based on normal river conditions.

Once your trip is setup w/ the office, meet at our bus stop 15 minutes ahead of your departure time, we’ll load you and your gear on the bus and transport you to Greenwood Landing (30 minute ride) where your equipment will be waiting for you. Paddle back to River View Main Landing by 6pm.

Trip Details

  • All river trips run daily
    May 1 – October 15
  • Trips must finish by 6pm
  • Arrive early to check-in and get to the bus top 15 minutes ahead of your departure
  • Trip time durations are estimates based on normal river levels and can vary drastically according to river conditions

River View’s Landings

We operate from 4 locations on the Rifle River. Total stretch of river covered is 13 Miles. Trips range from 1.5 to 6 hours in duration.

Greenwood to River View
Main Landing (12 Miles)

Located on Greenwood Rd in Skidway Lake

Moffatt to River View
Main Landing (6 Miles)

Located on Maple Ridge Rd in Moffatt Twp

END POINT for Moffatt & Greenwood

START POINT for
Short Tubing Trips

Located in the center of River View Campground on Townline Rd in Sterling MI

from River View
Main Landing (1.5 Miles)

Short tubing trip ends here at White’s Canoe Livery dock.

Need to Know:

  • Canoes: Ideal for 1-2 people (can fit 3 max). There’s an extra fee for a third person:
    • Kids 5 and under are free!
    • Kids 6-17 are just $8 as the third rider.
    • Adults: Price depends on the trip if they’re the third person.

  • Tubes: One person per tube—sorry, no sharing!
    *infants/toddlers OK in adult’s lap

  • Kayaks:
    • Single kayaks are for 1 person.
    • Double kayaks are for 2 people.
    • No extra passengers allowed.

  • Cooler Carrier:
    • Raft to hold your cooler or gear
    • Does NOT keep beverages cold! 

Reservations:
We recommend reserving your spot in advance!

  • Reservations can be made Sunday–Thursday, 10 AM–6 PM.
  • We’re super busy helping campers on Fridays and Saturdays, so we can’t take reservations via phone – thanks for understanding! You can begin a reservation via our website anytime.

Payment Details:

  • Advance payment is required to lock in your reservation.
  • If your trip is less than 30 days away, full payment is due when booking.
  • Balance due: 30 days before your trip—reservations aren’t guaranteed if payment isn’t received.
  • Accepted forms of payment: Cash or Credit Card (No checks, sorry!)

Cancellation Policy:

  • Cancel at least 30 days before your trip for a refund (minus a $15 service fee).
  • No refunds for cancellations within 30 days of your trip.

Weather & Safety:

  • Trips will be canceled (and fully refunded) if the river or weather conditions are deemed unsafe.
  • No refunds for rain, cold, or no-shows.

Equipment Charges:
Please take care of your gear! Here’s what it’ll cost if items are lost or damaged:

  • Paddle: $30
  • Cushion: $30
  • Life jacket: $40
  • Tube: $60
  • Passing your destination: You’ll be charged for another full trip or all recovery costs.
  • Damaged watercraft: Charges vary based on damage.

Important Notes:

  • Your Safety: You’re responsible for your own safety. We (River View Campground and Canoe Livery) and our team are not liable.
  • Alcohol: Keep it reasonable—limit is one six-pack per person. Please drink responsibly and respect your fellow adventurers.

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