Kayak/SUP Tour: Birds, Beavers, Turtles, maybe even Cliff Jumping
Decompress, engage, and rejuvenate on the water near Zion National Park and St. George, Utah.
Beginner-friendly, we launch from our section of beach at Quail Creek State Park. We'll paddle kayaks or stand up paddleboards to see cliffs, limestone shale beaches, and known locations for wildlife viewing. Our creek channel is a great nature walk or paddle. We may see beaver, sunbathing turtles, great blue heron, eagle, and perhaps even owl.
While we paddle, we'll share information about the geology of the area. You'll learn something of the ancient peoples and more modern settlers of the region. We may even have time to see some petroglyphs near our shop.
When finished, stay and eat from our Dig In Grille.
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Kayak/SUP Tour: Birds, Beavers, Turtles, maybe even Cliff Jumping
What's included in Kayak/SUP Tour: Birds, Beavers, Turtles, maybe even Cliff Jumping
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Quail Creek State Park
We'll paddle between the sandstone and limestone ridges of the Virgin Anticline. Beaver lodges, sunbathing turtles, migratory birds are all possible to see on our paddling tours. Learn a bit about the geology of the area, the human history, and enjoy this completely interactive adventure from your kayak or stand up paddleboard. We include basic instruction for all guests. Those that want or require additional attention will receive it. Optional and completely elective activities may include swimming, light hiking along the shoreline, and even cliff jumping at different points of the tour.
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- In-person guide is licensed or certified
- Food bar (not a candy bar) such as Clif, Builders, Bobo's, Kind, Lenny & Larry's, etc.
- Photos/Videos taken during the experience.
- Kayak or stand up paddleboard (SUP), vest/personal flotation device (PFD), paddle, ankle leash (SUP)
- Parking Fees
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and toddlers are welcome to ride along with parents/guardians present and active on the tour. Small children may be required to ride with adults or more adult-sized paddlers. All children will have US Coast Guard-approved fitted flotation vests.
- We have adapted equipment and paddling technique for dozens of guests with health and physical considerations. We invite you to work with us to see what we can accomplish together and have you comfortable on our adventure.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- We are located inside Quail Creek State Park. There is a day-use parking fee of $15/20, UT resident/Non-resident. We are located inside the park, about .25 miles/400 m north of the park entrance.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Check in at Dig Paddlesports Rental Shop located inside Quail Creek State Park. You will pay for your day-use entry at the park entrance, then make a sweeping left turn around the pay booth area and into the park's internal access road. Drive approximately 400 yards/0.25 miles/350 meters to our shop. Look for the white flags and painted automotive tires on the ground. The shop entrance is just before you arrive at the Dig In Grille food shack. If not completed prior to arrival, we'll have you fill out a waiver at the desk.
