WILKES-BARRE BREWERY FIELD GUIDE
Plains to Nesbitt: A 4‑Mile Paddle That Ends at Breaker Brewing
A guided 2‑hour, 4‑mile downstream kayak from Plains Township to Nesbitt Park, followed by a four‑beer flight and snacks at Breaker Brewing—this guide explains the route, logistics, and what to expect.
Plains to Nesbitt: A 4‑Mile Paddle That Ends at Breaker Brewing.
On the Susquehanna through Wyoming Valley, this guided outing pairs river time with local craft beer: a shuttle takes paddlers from the Breaker Brewing meeting point to the Plains Township boat launch for a roughly 4‑mile, 2‑hour downstream paddle that finishes at Nesbitt Park, after which participants return to Breaker Brewing for a flight of four beers and snacks.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Plains Township to Nesbitt Park
A guided downstream paddle covering approximately 4 miles over about two hours, beginning at the Plains Township boat launch and concluding at Nesbitt Park in Wilkes‑Barre.
Breaker Brewing Flight & Snacks
After the paddle, the group returns to Breaker Brewing Company for a tasting: a flight of four craft beers served in the brewery facility, accompanied by snacks provided by the brewery.
Shuttles and Meeting Point
Participants meet at the lower lot behind Breaker Brewing Company at 10:00 a.m.; comfortable shuttles transport paddlers to the put‑in and bring the group back to the brewery after the outing.
What the day feels like
What the outing feels like
Expect an easy, guided river rhythm: meet at the brewery lower lot at 10:00 a.m., board a shuttle to the Plains Township boat launch, then settle into a downstream paddle that covers four miles over roughly two hours. The pace is social—scenery of the Susquehanna and the Wyoming Valley unfolds along the way—culminating in a brewery return for a four‑beer flight and snacks.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits — and the practical limits.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Meet at the lower lot behind Breaker Brewing Company at 10:00 a.m.; the paddle runs about 2 hours and covers about 4 miles from Plains Township to Nesbitt Park.
If you have your own kayak or canoe you may bring it for the BYO fee; otherwise rental pricing applies. The brewery provides snacks after the paddle.
Published prices are: Single kayak $80; Tandem kayak or canoe $120; Bring Your Own Craft $45. Reservations are required.
Reservations are required. Contact the operator to book or with questions (see operator contact in booking materials).
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the paddle and how far do we go?
The paddle is approximately 2 hours and covers about 4 miles.
Where and when do we meet?
Meet at 10:00 a.m. in the lower lot behind Breaker Brewing Company in Wilkes‑Barre Township.
Where does the trip start and finish?
Shuttles take the group to the Plains Township boat launch for the put‑in; the paddle finishes at Nesbitt Park in Wilkes‑Barre.
Is a beer tasting included?
Yes. After the paddle participants receive a flight of four craft beers served in Breaker Brewing’s facility, along with snacks provided by the brewery.
What are the prices and are reservations required?
Prices are: Single kayak $80; Tandem kayak or canoe $120; Bring Your Own Craft $45. Reservations are required to join the trip.
How do I reserve a spot or get more information?
Reservations are required; contact the operator via the published booking channels for availability and booking details.