RIDE THE KING TIDE

Feel the power of Mother Nature

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Paddle the King Tide on the Petaluma River.

UPDATE! 11/16/24 *Now embarking from Petaluma Marina*

King Tide Paddle will now embark from the Petaluma Marina due to a 5-7 mph WSW wind forecast. 145pm meeting time.

Paddlers will have the option to finish at Lakeville Landing or carry on to Black Point. As such, we will run shuttles after the paddle unless you are 100% sure of your finish location.

Call to book your shuttle 707.200.5511. Thank you!

Twice a year, when the moon's gravitational pull is the strongest, King Tides swell the Napa and Petaluma Rivers. Catching this tide as it accelerates back out to San Pablo Bay is a thrilling experience, making effortless work of 5 or 12-mile options.

Our Petaluma River King Tide tours launch from Lakeville Landing and paddlers can BYOB (bring your own boat) or rent from us. SUPs are recommended since they allow for greater visibility along the route.

This tour is open to paddlers of all ages and abilities.

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RENTAL FEES
Paddle Board $60
Single Kayak SOLD OUT
Tandem Kayak $95
Family discounts available!

DEPARTS FROM
Petaluma Marina
781 Baywood Dr. Petaluma, CA 94954
Directions

DESTINATION

Option 1. Black Point Boat Launch
148 Harbor Dr. Novato, CA 94945. Distance: 12- miles
Directions

Option 2. Lakeville Landing
5684 Lakeville Hwy. Petaluma, Ca Distance: 5- miles
Directions

TRIP LENGTH
5 miles, 1.5 hours

12 miles, 3 hours

All Rentals include handling for one-way trips.

UPGRADE YOUR EXPERIENCE

PRIVATE KANAKA BOAT

Let your guide do the work! Relax aboard a hand-crafted wooden kanaka boat modeled after those carrying early settlers to Napa Valley from arriving ships in the San Francisco Bay. Perfect for couples, friends, and families.

CATERING & TRANSPORT

Treat your group to a wine tasting, cheese and charcuterie, or a fully-catered spread. Complete the experience with transportation to and from your hotel or meeting facility. You provide the wish list and we'll do the rest!

PRIVATE EVENT SPACE

• Private riverfront cottage & grounds
• Charcuterie & wine tasting on-site
• Guided tour of Fagan Preserve
• Central to hiking, biking & wineries
• Local oysters! (Nov - Dec)
• Custom catering options

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RENTAL INCLUDES
Kayak or paddle board, life vest, paddle, pre-paddle orientation, and river overview

ACTIVITY LEVEL
Guests will paddle calm, relatively fast moving water on a tour that has been timed with the breeze and tides for a leisurely experience.

PARKING
Lakeville Landing is a dirt/gravel parking lot that may be muddy due to rain and has limited parking.

For those parking at Lakeville, enter at the south entrance off Lakeville Highway. Park immediately on the left or against the fence closer to the ramp.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT MAKE A LEFT HAND TURN WHEN DEPARTING LAKEVILLE LANDING.
When leaving Lakeville Landing, regardless of south or northbound destination, enter the highway with a RIGHT turn. This is a dangerous entry/exit from the highway. If you need to head northbound simply merge into the left turning lane once back on the highway, about one hundred yards or so, exit the highway, and do U-Turn on the side road. Then head back northbound.

LOGISTICS & SHUTTLE SERVICE
We will embark from the PETALUMA MARINA. 781 Baywood Dr. Petaluma, Ca 94954. Meet in front of the Harbor Master Building. It is a 15 min commute to Lakeville Landing from Petaluma Marina, 25 min commute from Blackpoint. Boards can be dropped off safely on dock prior to launch.

You may schedule a shuttle PRIOR to the launch ONLY from Lakeville Landing. 1230pm, 1pm, 1:30pm shuttles. Shuttle from Blackpoint will happen after we finish, and boards may be loaded on the trailer if needed. Must schedule shuttle in advance.

Destination:

Lakeville Landing
5684 Lakeville Hwy. Petaluma, Ca (5 miles)

Black Point Boat Launch
148 Harbor Dr. Novato, CA 94945 (12 miles)
Directions

NVP will handle all rental equipment on both ends.

WHAT TO WEAR
Water shoes are not essential but are preferred by many of our guests. Others prefer flip flops or paddling barefoot. Dress in layers and synthetic clothing (it will dry faster than cotton).

WHAT TO BRING
Drinking water, sunscreen, light towel. Dry bag or zip-lock bags are highly recommended to protect cell phones, cameras and other valuables.

CANCELLATION POLICY
Reservations cancelled up to 48-hours before your scheduled launch will be refunded.

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