David is the absolute BEST, and his homegrown business is such a gem. We're local to Phoenixville,…read moreand we own kayaks, but we'll definitely be guiding anyone looking for storage, rentals, or a good time to the Schuylkill Canal Boathouse. David is a real standup guy, and he knows so much about the surround areas. Where other nearby locations get super packed, David's spot offers safe parking, easy launching, and hammocks and a grill! We can't wait to bring our next visitors to the Boathouse for future water adventures.

From the owner: "Kayak & Canoe Rental & Storage Rental Rates - Reservations Required…read more$25 - 1 hour $45 - 2 hours $60 - 3 hours + (All Day Rate) *Most Popular* ** ADD $10 For Canoe Rental ** Accepted Payment: Cash, PayPal, Venmo. No Credit Cards at this time. *Rentals Include: - PADDLE - Life Vest - Safethy Whistle - Private Parking - Launch from our canal dock - Picnic Area - Hammock Grove - Bonfire Pit - Open Year Round! - Must Be 18+ - Call For Reservations & Storage Packages -

This review will focus on the overall experience and the Intro to Whitewater experience. First off,…read moreANYONE can do this trip, do not bother with the beginner trip down the river. Unless you are medically unfit, you can do this. Exceptional customer service sums up the team at Jim Thorpe River Adventures (aka LOC). They are extremely well organized which makes for a great trip. Everyone from the moment you enter LOC until the very end was polite, professional and wanted to make sure you have a great time. Some tips to follow: you only need to arrive 15 minutes before your group time, this allows ample time to get situated. Buy their pre-made lunch, it is well worth the 10 bucks, bring extra water on the raft (especially in the summer). Use the bathroom before you get on the bus (and be quick). They give you a dry bucket for your lunch and items, yes you can bring your phone in a dry pouch. Wear a hat and a sun shirt, it is hot and sunny, without much shade. Jump in the water when you have the chance !! If you are a "full figured" person it will be difficult to re-enter the raft, be aware. The trip down river is very safe and well organized. The guides are VERY safety aware ! If you are nervous and listen to them, the team will get you down the river without a hitch ! A few suggestions: don't go on a busy holiday weekend, it can get crowded on the river, the safety briefing takes a long time and you a sitting in the sun (remove your vest and drink water), during July and August I would imagine the water is very low and slow (if it is a dry summer)...best only if you want to have a relaxing rafting trip. Overall, a bunch of fun. The entire family had a great time.

We booked the Intro to whitewater for my son's birthday, it was so much fun!! We were out for over…read moreabout 4 hours. It was so much fun! There was 6 of us and we had our own boat. We will definitely Be back. Staff was amazing! My son said Lindsay was the best and made the adventure that much better. Would highly recommend!

The family used Cabin Craft three years for a full tubing trip down the Perkiomen Creek. The…read morecommunication, price, tubes, and shuttle were great. We had so much fun we bought our own tubes during the winter. So, the past two years we used the shop just for their shuttle service. Service still has been very good!

Cabin craft is a very personable ski shop with friendly staff. They were very helpful for whatever…read morehas been needed. From sales to the quick turnover of my sons wax and sharpen to his board.

Kevin was so great and accommodating! On call while you're…read morein the water. Knowledgeable of the trails and very covid-conscious. Choose a nice day and rent a kayak or 2 with friends. The sky is so beautiful and sun was out to warm up a winter day!

Again went on a catfish trip with Kevin and it will not disappoint you . He is a great guide and…read morealso a awesome person . Very informed with regards to all aspects of freshwater fishing and gear.

Our family has enjoyed tubing on the delaware every summer for years. It's a great way to spend an…read moreafternoon in nature

Honestly, I don't know why this place got such few stars? The four stars that I've assigned as well…read moredeserved. I visited on a weekday and perhaps that made all the difference in the world. My experience form beginning to end was fantastic. I think one thing that seems to bother most people is the BBQ lunch. The BBQ lunch was apart of my package and when I arrived they were just loading the buns to be taken out on the river. I'm getting a little ahead of myself here but you'll understand in a minute. When I arrived, there were already several eager adventurous folks checking in, buying waterproof items for sale, collecting their water rafts and some even already on the water. I checked in with my Groupon and as directed, I left my keys - collected my Kayak and proceeded to the bus. Please note, the rule is, everyone must wear a mask until you're actually on the water; great rule as it gets crowded in the shop as well as on the bus. It keeps everyone safe. I chose the kayak experience which was awesome but the real fun is in a tube. After my journey down the river, I immediately purchase another Groupon just so that I could come back and have a tubing experience. So, back to the BBQ lunch. By the time I paddles my way down (a few signs for the waters edge for direction) to the BBQ shack on the water, they were still setting up. I guess I paddle too fast. I decided to keep moseying down the river as I had already packed a lunch just in case after reading the reviews about the BBQ shack not being up and running. Oh well, next time I'll enjoy a burger. Again, this is the perfect mid week escape. The ride outside of NY is quick and there's plenty of parking. Although it says Delaware tubing it's actually located in New Jersey; well at least the border between the two. I would recommend going early and taking as much time as you like in a tube with family and friends. I would also recommend bringing children as they will develop a lifelong love of being on the water. I'm a big fan now and I can't wait to return in a few weeks. P.S. I was told by my bus driver, they offer a fall foliage experience where they only allow kayaks on the river.

Really nice people, always tasty basic dogs & burgers. A tradition to stop in the tubes and grab a…read moresnack. Super convenient on the river and really makes the day for us as a little rest stop.

Great hot dog, hot temperature, friendly staff, speedy service and great selection of water toys…read more Location, location, location.

Seamless trip - easy to ensure that you are fully equipped for the trip with wetsuit rental and…read morelunch grab bags. River guides always on hand for any 'involuntary out of raft experiences' or if anyone got stuck. Perfect balance of feeling adventurous for the kids and safe for the adults.

I have booked with White Water Challengers before and was excited to return because of the great…read moreexperiences I have had in the past. Unfortunately, our recent trip with a group of six was extremely frustrating due to the organization and scheduling. Our original time slot was changed because there were not enough groups, which we understood. However, our new 10:20 time slot was expanded to accommodate additional groups, and we were then required to wait an extended period for a very large group that arrived late. As a result, we did not begin rafting until after 12:15, and the safety review had to be rushed because of the delay. Throughout the trip, our group was repeatedly forced to stop and wait for the late group, who frequently fell out of their raft and struggled to follow the safety instructions. I estimate we spent close to an hour collectively waiting along the river. Even the group scheduled after ours eventually passed us, and we did not return to the bus until shortly after 5:00. I want to emphasize that Olivia, Bailey, Kristen, and Sid were excellent guides and did their best under difficult circumstances. My frustration is entirely with the organization and scheduling of the trip. Additionally, while this was outside of anyone's control, we paid for Class II and III rapids, but the river flow that day was approximately 820 CFS, making the experience much closer to Class I and II. I hope you will take this feedback seriously, as this experience was significantly different from the positive experiences that led me to book with White Water Challengers again.