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Salem Kayak Rentals and Paddle Board Rentals Salem Oregon
Salem Kayak Rentals and Paddle Board Rentals Salem Oregon
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Oregon Kayak Tours,

shuttles the kayak and gear to events/ tours.

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$45 Inflatable Paddle Board, Pickup Fri, return Mon for $45!

 

Check out safety information and other helpful tools.

BOOK

KAYAK TOURS

& Paddle Board Rentals

are by reservations only. By sending a text message to

503-877-8449.

Please read more for details. Thank you.

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These limited-edition Canvas Prints are for purchase.

(Welcome to Oregon Kayak Tours LLC) owned by Salem Kayak Rentals
We are Salem's first ever Kayak tour business, to offer a full guided kayak tours throughout Oregon. We specialize in organizing tours on customers availability and being more flexible. Operations for Tours are Monday - Friday. Wknds are not guaranteed, unless planned well ahead of time. (Recommend weekdays).

Salem Kayak Rentals TOURS on Willamette River
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Oregon Kayak Tours LLC

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Oregon Kayak Tours LLC

Hi, I'm Shannon the tour guide and owner of Oregon Kayak Tours /
Salem Kayak Rentals LLC.

 
I am Lic. CPR, WRT Certified, over 8  years experienced guiding on rivers and lakes regularly throughout Oregon.
 
I was born and raised on the Willamette River Boat Barn Marina in Salem Oregon.

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Oregon Kayak Tours LLC is partner with several community partners in Oregon. To help one and another, in giving back to the community. Oregon Kayak Tours LLC, help by donating rentals and guided kayak tours for these community partners, help host and put on events to introduce people to our waterways, education, fun and therapeutic for many. Each year we have fundraise for a non-profit. This year we have partner up with Alzheimer's  Assocation.

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OREGON KAYAK TOURS LLC
offers a large variety of different kinds of Kayak Designs on many kinds of apparel. We offer hoodies, tees, tanks, tote bags, mugs, and much more!
The print is embedded into the fabric. Will last for years and not fade. We offer different kinds of fabric for all types of skin comfort. Choose from many different kinds of colors as well. If you like a KAYAK trucker snap back hat.
Please text us at 503-877-8449

Everyone who participates in community events is expected to sign a waiver.

SIGN THE WAIVER HERE:

Upcoming Events

  • Valentines Day Paddle 2025
    Valentines Day Paddle 2025
    Fri, Feb 14
    Silverton
    Feb 14, 2025, 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM
    Silverton, 4381 Silver Falls Dr NE, Silverton, OR 97381, USA
    This is our annual Valentines Day Kayak Paddle, treats and prizes for best dress and dress kayak.
  • St. Patrick Day Paddle
    St. Patrick Day Paddle
    Mon, Mar 17
    Silverton
    Mar 17, 2025, 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM
    Silverton, 4381 Silver Falls Dr NE, Silverton, OR 97381, USA
    Our annual St. Patrick's Day event full of fun, games and prizes for best dress!
  • Memorial Day Kayak Excursion 2025
    Memorial Day Kayak Excursion 2025
    Mon, May 26
    Riverview Park
    May 26, 2025, 10:00 AM
    Riverview Park, Independence, OR 97351, USA
    Memorial Day Kayak FLOAT, Food, Music & prizes
  • First Day of Summer Clackamas River Paddle 2025
    First Day of Summer Clackamas River Paddle 2025
    Fri, Jun 20
    Boring
    Jun 20, 2025, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
    Boring, Boring, OR 97009, USA
    The Clackamas River is one of the more exciting and FUN kayak paddle. No more then class 2 water. Level Easy and for beginners. This is our annual first day of summer paddle for 18yrs and older for this trip.
  • First Sunset Night Excursion 2025
    First Sunset Night Excursion 2025
    Tue, Jul 08
    Wallace Marine Park Kayak/Boat ramp
    Jul 08, 2025, 7:40 PM – 10:00 PM
    Wallace Marine Park Kayak/Boat ramp, Salem, OR 97304, USA
    First Sunset Night Excursion 2025
  • BBQ AGATE ROCK CONTEST 2025
    BBQ AGATE ROCK CONTEST 2025
    Fri, Jul 18
    BBQ Agate Rock Contest Kayak Paddle
    Jul 18, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM
    BBQ Agate Rock Contest Kayak Paddle, Wheatland Rd NW, Salem, OR 97304, USA
    BBQ AGATE ROCK CONTEST KAYAK PADDLE
  • 10AM KIDS LEARN TO KAYAK & MEAL (1 hour sessions) all day 2025
    10AM KIDS LEARN TO KAYAK & MEAL (1 hour sessions) all day 2025
    Wed, Aug 06
    Salem
    Aug 06, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    Salem, Wheatland Rd NW, Salem, OR 97304, USA
    Kids learn to kayak family fun, catered meal & snacks. (1 hours sessions all day)
  • 11:45AM KIDS LEARN TO KAYAK & MEAL (1 hour sessions) all day 2025
    11:45AM KIDS LEARN TO KAYAK & MEAL (1 hour sessions) all day 2025
    Wed, Aug 06
    Kids Learn To Kayak Event
    Aug 06, 2025, 11:45 AM – 12:45 PM
    Kids Learn To Kayak Event, Wheatland Rd NW, Salem, OR 97304, USA
    Kids learn to Kayak & Meal. (1 hour sessions all day). Must purchase the hour you choose to sign up. Age group is per session. To make sure there are kayaks available for each child size, please choose the correct kayak rental at check out. Ages are between 3yrs to 12yrs old.
  • 1:45PM KIDS LEARN TO KAYAK (1 hour sessions all day) 2025
    1:45PM KIDS LEARN TO KAYAK (1 hour sessions all day) 2025
    Wed, Aug 06
    Salem
    Aug 06, 2025, 1:45 PM – 2:45 PM
    Salem, Wheatland Rd NW, Salem, OR 97304, USA
    Kids learn to Kayak & Meal. (1 hour sessions all day). Must purchase the hour you choose to sign up. Age group is limited per session. To make sure there are kayaks available for each child size, please choose the correct kayak rental at check out. Ages are between 3yrs to 12yrs old.
  • 3:30PM KIDS LEARN TO KAYAK & MEAL (1 hour sessions all day) 2025
    3:30PM KIDS LEARN TO KAYAK & MEAL (1 hour sessions all day) 2025
    Wed, Aug 06
    Salem
    Aug 06, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
    Salem, Wheatland Rd NW, Salem, OR 97304, USA
    Kids learn to Kayak & Meal. (1 hour sessions all day). Must purchase the hour you choose to sign up. Age group is per session. To make sure there are kayaks available for each child size, please choose the correct kayak rental at check out. Ages are between 3yrs to 12yrs old.
  • Salem Tacos on the River  2025
    Salem Tacos on the River  2025
    Fri, Aug 08
    Wallace Marine Park Kayak/Boat ramp
    Aug 08, 2025, 5:40 PM – 8:00 PM
    Wallace Marine Park Kayak/Boat ramp, Salem, OR 97304, USA
    Tacos, Games, Music and Prizes!
  • 2025 Western Night Kayak POT LUCK
    2025 Western Night Kayak POT LUCK
    Thu, Aug 14
    Salem
    Aug 14, 2025, 5:40 PM – 7:40 PM
    Salem, Salem, OR 97304, USA
    Evening Western Night POTLUCK, is a Community potluck event for all kayakers and kayak rentals available. Western food themed, prize giveaway, music & fun! I have the plates, bowls, forks, spoons. BRING YOUR OWN DRINK. You must bring a SIDE DISH for the potluck. To feed up to 15 people.
  • Last Sunset Night Excursion 2025
    Last Sunset Night Excursion 2025
    Tue, Aug 26
    Wallace Marine Park Kayak/Boat ramp
    Aug 26, 2025, 5:40 PM – Mar 26, 2026, 8:00 PM
    Wallace Marine Park Kayak/Boat ramp, Salem, OR 97304, USA
    Free Last chance to experience the night excursion for kayak community or at a discounted price if you need a kayak. Games, prizes, music!
  • Halloween Kayak Contest First Wknd of Oct. 2025
    Halloween Kayak Contest First Wknd of Oct. 2025
    Sat, Oct 04
    Salem
    Oct 04, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
    Salem, 297 Musgrave Ave NW, Salem, OR 97304, USA
    Our annual Halloween Costume Contest, Prizes, Volleyball games, music & fun! First wknd of every October. Great way to kick of the Halloween Month.
  • Thanksgiving Morning Day Paddle 2025
    Thanksgiving Morning Day Paddle 2025
    Thu, Nov 27
    Silverton Marine Park Area
    Nov 27, 2025, 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
    Silverton Marine Park Area, 4381 Silver Falls Dr NE, Silverton, OR 97381, USA
    Enjoy Treats & Prizes Thanksgiving morning! Our annual event!
  • ESTACADA NEW YEARS DAY KAYAK PADDLE 2026
    ESTACADA NEW YEARS DAY KAYAK PADDLE 2026
    Thu, Jan 01
    Estacada
    Jan 01, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Estacada, Estacada, OR 97023, USA
    Our annual NEW YEARS DAY kayaking event. MUCH FUN! We meet at Estacada, and paddle the lakes up to the waterfalls, treats and fun! There is a $6 State Park Fee. We meet at the boat ramp. It is cold water time, so proper fitted kayaks are a must. For kayak rentals no taller then 5'10" under 225pds
  • Valentines Day Paddle  2026
    Valentines Day Paddle  2026
    Sat, Feb 14
    Silverton
    Feb 14, 2026, 10:00 PM – 10:05 PM
    Silverton, 4381 Silver Falls Dr NE, Silverton, OR 97381, USA
    This is our annual Valentines Day Kayak Paddle, treats and prizes for best dress and dress kayak.
  • St. Patrick Day Paddle 2026
    St. Patrick Day Paddle 2026
    Tue, Mar 17
    Silverton
    Mar 17, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM
    Silverton, 4381 Silver Falls Dr NE, Silverton, OR 97381, USA
    Our annual St. Patrick's Day event full of fun, games and prizes for best dress!
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JOIN OUR

Free to join for anyone with or without owning a kayak. Oregon Kayak Tours LLC, offers opportunities for Club Members all year round to paddle for free and discounted rates.

Join our monthly meet ups off the water and other activities.

To learn more about Salem Kayak Club go to our about us page (here).

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Welcome to my BLOG, if you like a list of all the top gear I wear all year round for kayaking click (here)

Photos from our Domestic Violence Awareness Fundraisers. 100% proceeds went to the non profit (Center for Hope & Safety) to help men, children and women in Salem Oregon. 2021-2022
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This was our Paddle to End Alz fundraiser in memory of my father Kurt Hansen, who lost his life to this at age 69. He raised me on the river, teaching me all I need to know on being on the river. We raise over our goal of $2000. All proceeds went to The Alzheimer's association 2023.

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We will be closed for family time on these dates CLOSED EVERY Saturday/ Sunday, Some Wknds open if planned in  advance,  Kayak Tours are Monday-Friday & Paddle Board Rentals Mon-Fri for pick up and drop off at reserved time, $45 for the wknd per board. 
2025 Vacation Closure Dates: More TBA
* May 16th -22nd,
*June 8th-12th 
*June 20th, 23-26th
*July 4th, July 16th Our River Event, 30th & 31st
*July 28th (Girls scouts) July 29th -August 1st
*Aug 6th (Kids Kayaking Event)
*Aug 19th-21st
*Sept 1st. (Labor Day Floaty Float Event)
(F
uture dates to come) Please check back regularly.


Please (reserve) before or after these times.

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