“Paddle The Petaluma: Turn to The River” Guided Kayak Tour
The Floathouse Petaluma
50 Water Street
Petaluma
info@thefloathousepetaluma.org
Saturday July 25, 2026
10:00am – 12:00pm
$75.00
Reservations & TicketsSee Petaluma the way it was meant to be seen—from the water. This Sonoma County Signature Experience is a relaxed, beginner-friendly guided kayak tour exploring the past, present, and future of the Petaluma River, “Petaluma’s Longest Park.”
Launching from The Floathouse’s modern low docks right downtown, this outing includes about 90 minutes on the water in stable sit-on-top kayaks. No experience needed. The gentle route covers about a mile and a half, with stops to raft up at fascinating landmarks and docks. Learn how this 13-mile tidal waterway once served as a Gold Rush–era “saltwater highway” feeding a booming San Francisco—and how today’s community is reimagining the river through recreation, restoration, public access, ecology, wellness, and local culture.
Includes all gear, knowledgeable local guides, insider stories, and post-paddle perks at nearby businesses. Finish in time for brunch, shopping, or more downtown exploring.