10.5 Mile James River Kayak or Canoe Trip - Buchanan to Alpine in Buchanan Virginia

A 10.5 mile river trip with class I & II rapids!

**Minimum group size: 4 people**
**Mandatory Pick up time: 3:30 PM Only

**Included in price:** Rental of boat, paddles, life jackets, safety orientation, river maps, use of dry bags, and all required shuttles.
Duration
5 - 6 Hours
Please plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to reservation time.
About

A great run for groups of 4 or more. This full day trip is 10.5 miles long and takes about 5 to 6 hours to complete. Features lots of class I & II rapids with great mountain and wilderness scenery along the way. Trip departs from our Buchanan riverfront location and requires a shuttle back to our store from the Alpine boat landing. This is one of the best sections of the Upper James River Water Trail. A very popular trip for summer camps, scout and group customers. This trip is a step up in difficulty and excitement from our Horseshoe Bend to Buchanan float. This trip has a mandatory 3:30 PM trip ending time for the return shuttle.

Booking Notes

**RECOMMENDED ITEMS**

- APPROPRIATE RIVER CLOTHING - Please arrive dressed ready to hit the river, typically swim suits, T shirts, and quick drying shorts. In cooler weather wear clothing that will keep you warm when wet such as polypropylene.
- APPROPRIATE RIVER FOOTWEAR - Old Tennis Shoes or river sandals with ankle straps (NO FLIP FLOPS OR BARE FEET)
- PICNIC LUNCH
- DRINKS - Be sure to bring plenty to drink while on the river. Make sure to pack non-breakable containers. (No alcohol allowed).
- SUNSCREEN
- LEAVE IN CAR - Towel, Change of clothes, and dry shoes
Completed liability waiver (speeds up check in)

**OPTIONAL ITEMS**

- SUNGLASSES
- SUN HAT
- INSECT REPELLENT
- FISHING GEAR & LICENSE - CELLULAR PHONE (Dry boxes available upon request)
- EYEGLASS STRAPS
- RAIN GEAR

Bring any necessary allergy or other medications with you on the river that you would not want to be without for a few hours. (Example: Bee Sting kit, Insulin, etc.)

Please remember that all gear you take with you is at risk of getting lost and wet! Outfitter not responsible for any lost items. We stock the majority of these items in our store, so if you forget something you can pick it up when you check in.