Paddling the Flint is one of Huntsville’s locals’ favorite summer pastimes. When it’s hot out, you can always rely on paddling the Flint River to keep you out in the sun while staying cool. Below are 3 of our favorite local places to rent a kayak! Lifejackets are included at all rental places!

First off, what should you bring?

• Water Shoes (What we recommend)
• Sunscreen
• Bathing Suit
• Bug Spray
• Food
• Drinks (plenty of water!)

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TGL Adventures

TGL Adventures (website)

Location: (Google Maps) Located off of Hwy 72, less than 15 minutes from downtown.
Cost (Per Boat Rented):
Shuttle Only $20
Single Kayak (shuttle included): $40
Double Kayak (shuttle included):$60
Open: April – Sept (Depends on the season and rainfall)
Phone: (256) 693-3693

TGL Adventures also offers luxury Geodomes, primitive camping, and activities on their property. They have several acres and its a beautiful setting.

North Alabama Canoe and Kayak (NACK)

North Alabama Canoe and Kayak (NACK) (website – Facebook only)

Location: (Google Maps) Located on Hwy 72, less than 15 minutes from downtown.
Cost (Cost per person) CASH ONLY:
Shuttle Only: $30
Adult (shuttle included): $45
Kids 6- 12 (shuttle included): $25
Kids 5 and under (shuttle included): Free (Child rides with you)
Open: Typically May – Sept (Depends on the season and rainfall)
Phone: (256) 529-0357

NACK can get incredibly busy. Weekday reservations are required. Call for reservation. During Christmas, they typically sell Christmas trees!

Brown Bear LLC

Brown Bear LLC (website – Facebook only)

Location: (Google Maps) Located on Winchester, about 20 minutes from downtown.
Cost:
Shuttle Only: $18 per person
Kayak Adult (shuttle/parking included): $45 per person
Kayak Kids (shuttle/parking included): $18 per person
Canoe: $80 per boat
River Access (On property parking and wading/swimming): $10
Open: Typically Apr- Oct (Depends on the season and rainfall) (Oct paddling is by reservation only)
Phone: (256) 885-6546

Brown Bear LLC offers a place to play in the water on the property.

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