Upstream High Tide Paddle with The Floathouse Crew
The Floathouse Petaluma
50 Water Street
(707) 971-3640
Saturday May 24, 2025
11:45 am - 01:45 pm
Looking for a unique outdoor adventure in Sonoma County? Whether you’re a local or just visiting, this special high-tide paddle offers a fresh perspective on Petaluma’s past and present—from bustling waterfront history to serene upstream wilderness.
We’ll launch from The Floathouse docks and begin our journey with a glimpse into Petaluma’s industrial heritage, passing Gold Rush-era buildings and learning how this waterway shaped the town. Then, the river softens. We ride the incoming tide into the lush upper reaches of the Petaluma River—a hidden world of willows, bulrushes, and quiet wonder just minutes from downtown.
Expect sightings of herons, egrets, hawks, ducks, and maybe even sunning turtles. This “middling” tide still carries us gracefully through a landscape that feels miles away from the everyday.
No experience necessary. Just bring your curiosity and a sense of adventure.