PADDLE SPORTS – On-Line RESERVATION ONLY! F.A.Q’s

Canoe – Kayak – SUP

Paddling & River Trips are available, by reservation:

**Sunday – Friday: Open to the public… ON-LINE RESERVATION ONLY! 

**Open everyday to Registered Camping Guests.  With private email invitation!

 No Walk-In’s accepted.

Trips run 10:30am to 3:00pm & include: Boat or Board, life jacket, shuttle, use of private landing, free key check & parking. 

Paddling Cost & Hours

1 Hour Trip, (aprox. 2 hours), Isanti Drop Off

Canoe or Tandem Kayak: $30 per boat + tax

Single Kayak or Board:  $16 per person +tax

Take yourself far away from everyday life, from complications and from civilization.
Breathe deep and take in the gentle lapping of the river, the songbirds and the swaying trees.

All trips are subject to weather and high-water levels, please check weather and river conditions before you leave home.
Trip times are based upon a consistent leisurely paddle.
* All boats are required to have a valid Credit Card on file.
We Reserve the right to change hours or guidelines when deemed necessary.

Canoe, Kayak, Paddleboard rentals on the Rum River

River Info Links:

Please keep our great natural resource beautiful!

Bring all of your trash back with you and please be respectful of others that are using the river.

Below are answers to Frequently Asked Questions

We try very hard to maintain a family friendly environment.  For the safety and enjoyment of all our guests we may check coolers – alcohol is limited.  Please keep our great natural resource beautiful!  Bring all your trash back with you and please be respectful of others that are using the river.

Your credit card is required at the time of reservation. Lost or damaged equipment will be charged to this credit card.

You must be 18 years old to go tubing/paddling without a parent/guardian and Country Camping’s signed waiver.  You must be 16 years old to go tubing/paddling with Country Camping’s waiver signed by a parent/guardian and a valid ID to verify age.

Yes, children must be at least 3 years old and if they are 3 to 10 years old, they must wear a life jacket for the entire trip.

For the comfort of your child/ren, please bring your own proper fitting jacket for all children 10 and under and non-swimmers.

Life Jackets are provided for everyone that uses our canoes, kayaks and SUP’s. We recommend that you always wear your lifejackets and follow the MN Boating Regulations.

For comfort, you may bring your own proper fitting jackets.

Yes, you may bring your dog.  We will provide transportation for your well-behaved leashed dog as long as all people on the shuttle are okay with having an animal on board.  If there is anyone with ANY objections, you will be provided a ride on the next available shuttle.  Dogs must be current on all shots, leashed, picked up after and owners are responsible for any damage that may be created by their dog.

No… We do not allow the public to use our property/shuttle/landing without going through our outfitters and having the proper ticket.  Those that do not have the proper ticket, will not be able to park a car or use our PRIVATE Landing.  Please make other arrangements for your end of trip pick-up.  Vehicles are subject to tow at owners’ expense and Trespassers will be prosecuted.

For our camping guests: We do not transport personal tubes/floats.  Visitors of our camping guests may not bring their personal tubes/floats.

Yes, we do provide transport for you and your equipment with a reservation.  Please call us at 763-444-9626 to discuss your personal arrangements.

Yes… Please call to set up your trip.  763-444-9626

           Also check out Minnesota’s Rum River Information:  https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/watertrails/rumriver/index.html

And the Rum River Map:   https://files.dnr.state.mn.us/maps/canoe_routes/rum.pdf

Country Camping is located at approximately the 31 mile marker on the West Bank of the Rum River, just south of the city of Isanti.

  • Not Allowed:
    • Glass or Styrofoam Containers
    • Excessive Alcohol or lewd behavior is not tolerated.
    • Bring your designated driver.
    • We reserve the right to inspect all items.
    • No excessive use of alcohol or lewd obnoxious behavior is not welcome on the river.

It is a River. Conditions are always moving and changing. It is always your responsibility to take care of yourself and others that accompany you. The Rum River is a designated Level 1 Wild and Scenic river with a sandy bottom of varying depths.

Please return all your personal items, cans, bottles & containers.  Join us in September for the annual “Friends of the Rum River” clean-up day.