Boats

Riverview Ranch & Resort

Canoes & Kayaks

Rentals & Tours

Can accommodate up to 12 boaters.

Call/text Riverboat Roger, 608-331-0000, to schedule a trip.

Beach Island
Holiday Weekend

Beach Island
Weekday

Safety:

All boat operators in your group, unless they have a DNR and NASBLA approved safety certificate, must watch the US Coast Guard’s 16 minute Safety Video, take the test at the end of the video, and carry proof of completion while operating a rental boat. It is an easy course with good tips to keep you safe. Well worth completing.

Riverboat Roger will orient you to the local area, and go through a short safety checklist which includes a liability waiver.

U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Map of the area.

Equipment:

Canoe 1;- 5-person, 16′ Aluminum, Max (people): 695 lbs., Max Total: 775 lbs., Max (individual): 240 lbs.

Canoe 2 – 3-person, 17′ Aluminum, Max (people): 650 lbs., Max Total: 780 lbs., Max (individual): 240 lbs.

Kayaks 1 & 2: Pelican – 1-person each, 10′ plastic, capacity-225 lbs.

Kayaks 3 & 4: Quest Canyon – 1-person each, 10′ plastic, capacity-275 lbs.

We provide boats, paddles, life preservers, map, and emergency whistles.

We have some water shoes if you need them. Don’t mess up your nice shoes. We recommend you bring water and a picnic lunch.

Flora

American Lotus Flowers and Lily Pads

The American Lotus blooms abundantly most years from mid July to early Sept. There are many other types of interesting plants all over the islands and growing along the banks.

Fauna

Snapping Turtle

You will likely see a number of large turtles sunning themselves on a log. Also numerous are Eagles, Muskrat, Beaver, many species of Fish, and all sorts of Migratory Waterfowl (in spring and fall). The variety of birds is astounding. Stop paddling and listen to their songs.

Sandy Beach Island

Little Known Paradise

Take an easy 45 minute paddle to a special destination known by all the local boaters. Of course it is a favorite, with 1,780 feet of wonderful sandy shoreline (the length of nearly 6 football fields) and a lovely tree line. Bring a picnic lunch to eat on Beach Island.

Tour Guide

Riverboat Roger will spend about half an hour for briefing and launch. If he is available, for a fee, he will guide you for 2 hours; long enough to get to beach island, walk the length of the beach twice, and return. Bring him a sandwich and he’ll stay longer. He will help paddle a canoe, navigate, give instruction, and assist however he is needed.

Price

Coordinate with Riverboat Roger, 608-331-0000, (text or call) before paying.
$160 for 2 kayaks or one canoe
$35 per Additional kayak
$70 per Additional canoe
$60 for Tour Guide.

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   Riverview Ranch and Resort: Horseback Riding - Petting Zoo - Canoe/Kayak Rentals
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   jennifersalyers 
 
 
 
  Great morning trip!! We booked this last minute when coming into the area. Quick response and accommodated us next day. What a piece of heaven the backwaters are. Roger guided us out to the Mississippi to a beautiful sandy beach. Haven never been on the Mississippi, I really enjoyed the water and the views. Highly recommend having him accompany you to help with navigation and info on the area. Great guy, loves what he’s doing and goes out of his way to make sure you enjoy the experience on the water. Great experience.
  
 
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   pezezspouse 
 
 
 
  Wonderful canoe trip! We had an amazing time! The scenery was beautiful and Riverboat Roger was a great guide. He was engaging and helped make our time special. We thoroughly enjoyed every moment! Highly recommend!
  
 
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   Alex U 
 
 
 
  Mississippi canoeing at its best. Roger was super nice even though we ran late. Had a great experience on water and Rogers farm. Made it to the beach and had a nice swim.Make sure to check out his ranch with horses and other animals.
  
 
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   Eric S 
 
 
 
  Kids loved it! Kids LOVED it! Owners were very attentive to the children and got them all involved and comfortable with the animals.
  
 
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   ChicagoTraveler35_11 
 
 
 
  Fun outing This was so fun! The kids loved riding the horse and the goats, pigs and dogs were super friendly and cute.
  
 
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   ricard071 
 
 
 
  great place Loved the ride.Good people. they know what they are doing.Please consider spring in time for us college kids to return
  
 
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   Kelly L 
 
 
 
  Great first time horse experience Quiet peaceful place with warm-hearted hosts. All the animals are so sweet and safe for my 4 year old to pet. Her first time on the horse was amazing! She can’t wait to go back. We also got to pet goats, dogs, miniature pig and month old baby chicks. My daughter can’t stop talking about it. Will definitely go back.
  
 
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   lapanamena 
 
 
 
  Riding tour My kids (24 and 19) love to ride, so we went riding, but the usual tour is very boring for people who know how to ride, at the end they offered a private ride which would have being fun. So next time please offer the private ride and people will definitely jump in this choice, great outdoors to see and enjoy riding.
  
 
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   Rúe L 
 
 
 
  Best place ! What a lovely time and so much fun! The staff were amazing to us and gave us the opportunity to ride solo. Thank
  
 
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   David J 
 
 
 
  Enchanting Experience with Sweet Horses My family was visiting the area and we wanted our two-year old daughter to pet horses. I call this place and they were more than happy to give our daughter her first experience with horses. Personally, I am uncomfortable around horses and I have to say that this was the best experience that I have ever had. These were friendliest, sweetest horses that I've ever been around and the owners went out of their way so that my daughter could get comfortable around them, pet them, and even sit on one for a photo. These horses are clearly raised with love and care. This visit was a highlight on our trip. I would recommend anyone who wants to ride horses or just visit some in the Galena area to contact Riverview Ranch and Resort. Next time we're in the area, we hope to stay there if it isn't booked and at the very least will book a ride.