KEWASKUM CANOE FIELD GUIDE
Paddling the Milwaukee at River Hill Park: Short-Haul Kayak & Canoe Rentals from PaddleBreak Adventures
Hourly self-serve kayak and canoe rentals on the Milwaukee River — a concise, flexible paddle up to four hours that suits families and solo paddlers alike.
Paddling the Milwaukee at River Hill Park: Short-Haul Kayak & Canoe Rentals from PaddleBreak Adventures.
At River Hill Park in Kewaskum, PaddleBreak Adventures operates self-serve kayak and canoe rentals that put you on the Milwaukee River for outings of one to four hours. The program supplies boats, paddles and PFDs so you can launch from the village and spend a controlled window of time exploring the river at your own pace.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Simple, size-friendly boats
The rental fleet includes 10-foot kayaks with multiple footrests to fit different riders, plus canoes sized for two adults or two adults with one child, supplied with paddles and PFDs.
Flexible hourly rentals
Rent by the hour — available in 1, 2, 3 or 4-hour blocks — making it easy to choose a quick paddle or a longer cruise on the river.
Clear age and weight limits
Booking and equipment rules are straightforward: you must be 18 or older to book, single kayaks have age limits for younger paddlers, and both kayaks and canoes have published weight limits to ensure safe use.
What the day feels like
What the paddle feels like
This is a short, self-directed river paddle: launch from River Hill Park, settle into a 10-foot kayak or a shared canoe, and trace the Milwaukee River at an easy, self-determined pace for up to four hours. The setup is uncomplicated — boat, paddle and life jacket included — so the outing is mostly about steady strokes, river scenery and choosing how far to go before turning back.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing fits — and who should take something else.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Rentals are offered in hourly blocks of 1, 2, 3 or 4 hours, so plan your route around the time you book.
Bring comfortable clothes and dress for the water, hat and sunglasses, sunscreen and bug spray, water shoes or footwear that can get wet, a change of clothes, snacks and a cellphone or camera.
Paddles and personal flotation devices (PFDs) are included with rentals.
Kayaks are 10 ft with weight limits around 250–275 lbs; canoes have a 600 lb weight limit and seat configurations for two adults or two adults plus one child.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long can I rent a kayak or canoe?
Rentals are available in 1-, 2-, 3- or 4-hour blocks.
What is included with the rental?
Paddles and personal flotation devices (PFDs) are included.
Are there age restrictions to book?
You must be 18 or older to book; there are specific age allowances for younger paddlers in single kayaks and children in canoes.
What are the weight limits for the boats?
Kayaks have a weight limit of about 250–275 lbs, and canoes have a 600 lb weight limit.
What should I bring for the paddle?
Bring comfortable clothes and dress for the water, hat and sunglasses, sunscreen and bug spray, water shoes or footwear you don't mind getting wet, a change of clothes, snacks, and a cellphone or camera.