Grand River - Paris to Brant day trip

Submitted by Janice Bolen on
Outing Type → 
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
Event Duration
1/2 day
Difficulty Rating
Novice
Registration Cut Off
May 1, 2025
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.

Recommended Items to Bring

BBQ lunch

How to Get There
Event Directions

Meet at Bean Park Paris ON

Carpool Info

n/a

Other
Cancellation Policy
I will check the weather and water levels the week before and make a decision if this trip is on - I'm aiming for a pleasant spring day on the river!
Event Coordinator/s Contact Information
Contact (Name)
Janice Bolen
Phone
1 416 400 6030
Email
janicebolen@gmail.com

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