Our rivers are very accessible and we get asked about places to stop along our rivers pretty much everyday. So, we’ve compiled a list of places and included a timeline for each from each of our locations. Take a look and let us know if you have any questions or comments. Thanks for kayaking...
Here’s a few good spots to launch your own kayak, paddleboard or canoe Downtown Milwaukee. For a complete list, please visit the Milwaukee Urban Water Trail Map located on the Milwaukee Riverkeeper website. MKC Main Location @ Jerry’s Docks: Our main location in Jerry’s Docks/Harbor Yards, where we’ve been since we opened, is located...
Join us for a paddle through history as we explore downtown Milwaukee and our rivers by kayak. Steve Schaffer, Archivist, and Michael Barera, Assistant Archivist and Digitization Specialist, from the Milwaukee County Historical Society, will guide us on our rivers and share historical insights while we learn about the famous names, buildings and bridges...
Our Milwaukee Morning Paddles are a great way to enjoy kayaking our rivers in nice, safe and casual atmosphere, lead by a guide from MKC. While paddling, we will keep an eye out for different sites along the way including Historic Third Ward buildings, downtown Milwaukee Riverwalk art sculptures, the Riverside Theater and Dream...
Learn all about kayaks, paddlesport accessories and how to kayak from the best! You’ll learn a lot, have some fun and get to paddle on our rivers in a controlled and calm setting. Register Here:https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/milwaukeekayak/items/237870/?full-items=yes&flow=412404 Taking this class is the first step in helping you become a solid kayaker by focusing on basic skills,...
Hi friends! We’re off to a really good start here at MKC! We’ve had students from Madison visiting the School of Freshwater Science kayak with us on guided paddles. We’ve had residents involved in the AOC (Area of Concern) educate and introduce our watershed to people. We’ve also had a few high school outdoor...
Hi friends! We’re so excited that our 2026 season has begun here at our Main location in Jerry’s Docks. During the week we open at 10am and on the weekends we open at 9am. All boats are currently due back to the dock by 7:30pm. Don’t forget to book our Learn How to Kayak...
Kayak Tour – Paddle the Milwaukee River, Downtown Milwaukee Join Milwaukee Kayak Company for a 2-hour kayak tour on the Milwaukee River, downtown Milwaukee. We’ll enjoy the sites and sounds of the city while floating and paddling on the river – observing the city skyline and Milwaukee Riverwalk, paddling under the bridges and taking...
Hey paddlers! As anyone from Wisconsin knows, we are famous for our cheese, especially cheese curds! Cheese curds are known to originate from Ancient Rome and have popularized in the Midwest. They are formed when additives are introduced to milk to acifidy and coagulate it. The coagulated milk is then heated to separate the...
Hi Everyone! Wow – this weather has been so nice here in Milwaukee lately. After Labor Day, things kinda slow down during the week but please know we’ll be open for the season thru mid-October for daily rentals and weekly tours. Here’s what’s coming up here at MKC: Open everyday thru mid-October for kayak,...