Grand River - Paris to Brant day trip

Submitted by Janice Bolen on Mon, 10/07/2024 - 12:17

Whitewater

This is nice stretch of river for an easy wilderness float trip down the Grand River. There are a few swifts and one easy class 1+ rapid on this stretch. Water levels this time of year should still be moderate. When I did this section a few years ago, there was a great variety of bird life including ospreys, great blue herons and egrets.

The Basics

Event Location:

Bean Park, Paris ON

Date(s) & Time:

Saturday, May 3, 2025 - 09:00

Registration Cut Off:

May 1, 2025

Event Duration:

1/2 day

Difficulty Rating:

Novice

Participant Info

Who's Invited:

Kayakers and canoers

Maximum Group Size:

20 people

Minimum Group Size:

2 people

Itinerary

Itinerary description:

We will meet at Bean Park in Paris at 9 am, then run shuttle to the take-out at Brant Conservation area (nominal entry fee required). Bring your own bbq items - I'll fire up the charcoal grill for a picnic lunch at the take-out.

Required Items to Bring:

A whitewater-capable boat and gear including helmets. A decision on mandatory wetsuits or drysuits will be made the week prior pending air and water temperatures.