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🛶 Public Kayak Launch Open Through October! Rentals Closed
KAYAK RENTALS CLOSED FOR THE SEASONPublic launch open through October
Downtown Buffalo, NY · On the Buffalo River

Kayak &
Watersports

RiverWorks kayak and paddleboard rentals are closed for the season. We are still booking private events and groups or parties of 10 or more, and we take waitlist requests on select days. Our handicap-accessible public launch stays open through the end of October, so you can still put your own boat in the water right here at RiverWorks.

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Plan a Visit

🛶Public Kayak Launch

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Closed for the season. Private events and groups of 10+

Public bookings are done for the season. We are still taking private events and groups or parties of 10 or more, and we run a waitlist on select days. Every request goes through the waitlist funnel, there is no other way to book, and most requests are answered within 1-12 hours.

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Rates & rentals

Pricing

Flexible rental windows to fit your day on the water.

💳 Independent Health members get a discount! Show your IH card at check-in.
🛤️ Single Kayak (Ages 12+ · Max 275 lbs)
1 Hour$25  $20 w/ Independent Health
3 Hours$40  $30 w/ Independent Health
All Day$60  $50 w/ Independent Health

🚣 Tandem Kayak (Any age w/ adult · Max 500 lbs)
1 Hour$30  $25 w/ Independent Health
3 Hours$50  $40 w/ Independent Health
All Day$70  $60 w/ Independent Health

Kayak rentals

What to Know

Everything you need before you hit the water at Buffalo Riverworks.

Single Kayak Rental
Ages 12+
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Who can rideAges 12 and up.
Weight limitMaximum 275 lbs.
Rental windowsChoose 1 hour, 3 hours, or all-day rental.
Last send-outLast rentals are sent out 1 hour before close so paddlers return on time.

Life jacket included with every rental. Independent Health members receive a discount with card at check-in.

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Tandem Kayak Rental
Any age w/ adult
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Who can rideAny age when accompanied by an adult.
Weight limitMaximum 500 lbs combined.
Rental windowsChoose 1 hour, 3 hours, or all-day rental.
Last send-outLast rentals are sent out 1 hour before close so paddlers return on time.

Life jackets included for both paddlers. Great for families, couples, and friends.

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Launch & Accessibility
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LocationLocated directly on the Buffalo River at RiverWorks.
AccessibilityKayak launch is fully handicap accessible.
Included gearLife jackets and paddles are provided with every rental.
WeatherRentals are available in normal weather conditions; lightning policy applies.

Come down, check in at the rental desk, and the team will get you on the water.

Must Know
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WaiverSigned waiver required before any activity. Sign your waiver here →
HoursRentals are closed for the season. The public launch stays open through the end of October.
AvailabilityRentals run for private events and groups of 10 or more only. Every request goes through the waitlist.
Weather holdsRentals may pause during lightning or severe weather.

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Sign the activity waiver before you paddle →
Questions? Call (716) 342-2292 · ext. 503 (Adventure Office)

Before you come

Plan Your Visit

Book Your Rental

Booking a private event or a group of 10 or more? Send us a request and our team will confirm what we can do.

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Coming from out of town?

Make a weekend of it. Book a discounted room at a hotel near Buffalo Riverworks.

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Questions & Comments

Happy to help with group bookings, scheduling, and anything else you need.

sports@buffaloriverworks.com
(716) 342-2292 · ext. 503 (Adventure Office)

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Buffalo Riverworks · Kayak & Watersports · Downtown Buffalo, NY