AURORA KAYAK FIELD GUIDE
An Hour on the Water: Paddle, Kayak, or Canoe at Cherry Creek Swim Beach
One-hour rentals from Rocky Mountain Paddleboard give you instruction, gear, and staff support to explore Cherry Creek Swim Beach at your own pace.
An Hour on the Water: Paddle, Kayak, or Canoe at Cherry Creek Swim Beach.
Cherry Creek Swim Beach in Aurora offers a compact, focused water escape — a single hour to learn basics, launch a paddleboard, kayak, or canoe, and move across sheltered water under staff guidance. The operator provides a short safety briefing, all necessary equipment, and on-site assistance so even first-time paddlers can feel confident on the water.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Introductory Safety & Technique
Every rental begins with a concise safety briefing and demonstration of paddling fundamentals — the essential starting point for beginners and a useful refresher for experienced paddlers.
All Equipment Included
Paddle, life jacket, and your choice of watercraft are provided; staff help with loading, launching, and are available during the rental if you need assistance.
Freedom to Explore the Shoreline
After the briefing you’re free to pilot your craft at your own pace, with operator guidance about recommended routes and spots to paddle before returning to the launch point.
What the day feels like
What an Hour Feels Like
The flow is economical and purposeful: check in, receive a short safety talk and technique tips, choose your craft, get assistance into the water, then a focused sixty minutes of paddling around the swim beach before returning equipment to the same shoreline launch point.
THE BASICS
Introductory Safety & Technique
Every rental begins with a concise safety briefing and demonstration of paddling fundamentals — the essential starting point for beginners and a useful refresher for experienced paddlers.
THE GEAR
All Equipment Included
Paddle, life jacket, and your choice of watercraft are provided; staff help with loading, launching, and are available during the rental if you need assistance.
THE EXPERIENCE
Freedom to Explore the Shoreline
After the briefing you’re free to pilot your craft at your own pace, with operator guidance about recommended routes and spots to paddle before returning to the launch point.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this short rental suits best.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The rental period is one hour.
Bring a towel, sunscreen, water, and swimwear.
Meet at 4201 S Parker Rd, Aurora, CO 80015 for check-in and the safety briefing.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the rental?
The rental period is one hour.
Where do I check in?
Check in at 4201 S Parker Rd, Aurora, CO 80015 for the briefing and equipment pickup.
What equipment is provided?
Paddle, life jacket, and a watercraft (paddleboard, kayak, or canoe) are provided as part of the rental.
Will I get instruction?
Yes — the rental begins with a short safety briefing and basic technique tips suitable for beginners.
What happens if I need help during the rental?
Staff are available to assist with loading, launching, and to address issues or emergencies during the rental period.
Where do I return the equipment?
Return equipment to the same shoreline launch location where you started.