HOUSTON, MINNESOTA CANOE RENTALS
wELCOME TO ROOT RIVER CANOE
Book your next canoe adventure and experience the Driftless Region on Southeastern Minnesota's Root River. The Root River is an excellent area for canoeing, bird watching, fishing, and experiencing the wildlife up close.
how TO PLAN YOUR TRIP:
CHOOSE A STARTING POINT
Starting Point options include:
-Rushford, MN
-Houston, MN
-Mound Prairie Township
CHOOSE A ROUTE
Choose a route that fits your:
-Time frame/Distance
-Experience Level
-Desired ending location
BOOK ONLINE
Book online or contact us for special group discounts and accommodations.
EVERY RENTAL INCLUDES:
2 Person Canoe Rental
2 Life Jackets
2 Wooden Paddles
ROUTES STARTING IN RUSHFORD, MN
ROUTE NO. 1
RUSHFORD, MN - HOUSTON, MN
Start: Rushford, MN - Public River Access
End: Houston, MN - Public River Access
Experience Level: Beginner - Moderate
Duration: 4-6 Hours
From Rushford to Houston, this route is perfect for anyone looking to experience the scenic Root River for a longer duration. This 14-mile canoe ride consists of smooth waters, switch back turns, and lots of wildlife (don't forget your camera). This route leaves from the Rushford, MN landing access point and ends in Houston, MN.
ROUTES STARTING IN HOUSTON, MN
ROUTE NO. 2
HOUSTON, MN - MOUND PRAIRIE, MN
Start: Houston, MN - Public River Access
End: Mound Prairie - Public River Access
Experience Level: Moderate - Experienced
Duration: 2-3 Hours
This 7-mile canoe ride consists of primarily smooth waters with a challenging ending point. This route leaves from the Houston, MN landing access point and ends in Mound Prairie.
MOUND PRAIRIE ROUTES
ROUTE NO. 3
MOUND PRAIRIE - HOKAH, MN
Start: Mound Prairie - Public River Access
End: Hokah, MN - Public River Access
Experience Level: Moderate - Experienced
Duration: 3-4 Hours
This 7-mile canoe ride consists of primarily smooth waters with lots of wildlife. This route leaves from the Mound Prairie landing access point and ends in Hokah, MN.