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Big Muddy Adventures at the Boathouse
Paddling adventures on Forest Park waterways with easy rentals and friendly guides.
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Paddling adventures on Forest Park waterways with easy rentals and friendly guides.
Big Muddy Adventures at the Boathouse offers paddle boats, kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards around Forest Park’s Grand Basin in St. Louis. Guests praise friendly, helpful staff and affordable rentals, with hourly rates noted by reviewers. The business has expanded under new ownership to broaden watercraft options and events.
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Rent kayaks, canoes, stand-up paddleboards, and pedal boats by the hour for self-guided exploration of the Grand Basin.
Join knowledgeable guides for tours that highlight Forest Park's ecosystems, wildlife, and history.
Host private events or group outings with boat rentals and scenic views, ideal for parties or team-building.
Enjoy special events and seasonal offerings, including expanded boat options and family-friendly programs.
Grab snacks or meals at The Boathouse café, featuring items like smoked salmon sandwiches, after your paddle.
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Overall rating
Kara McGhee
Matt was a great guide and very knowledgeable about the ecosystems in Forest Park. It was a lovely way to spend the morning and then we grabbed breakfast at The Boathouse. Highly recommend!
Nina DuBois
Great opportunity to try the pedal boats! Summer 2025 rate for an hour was $25, then you can tip. I couldn't find pricing online before arriving. Totally worth the experience! The "kids" working the rentals/returns are fantastic! Looks like a fun job 😁
Marcus Corbin
We rented a paddle boat and it was bery affordable. It's a great little loop which took us about an hour to complete. We saw an egret which was great because we didn't see any on our St. Louis trip! Boat was easy to steer, could go forward or backwards, and we didn't have to wear life jackets.
slicksweet1
Very nice. Just don't go on a hot day. You'll suffer trying to paddle back before your hr is over with 🤣. We got a paddle boat. It's $26 a hr, then 15$ for additional hours. Afterwards, we ate the delicious smoked salmon sandwich with a side of potato salad. 😋. The staff was nice and welcoming at the boat rental window and getting us into our boats.
Kathleen Sweeney
I love the expansion of boats that the new owners have done! I have been waiting to be able to kayak in The Grand Basin for too long. They now have kayaking, canoes, and SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board). They have some great ideas and events and I’m so excited to see more people getting out on the water in Forest Park. Just another great place to go in Saint Louis now! Thanks Boathouse Paddle Co. :)
