CANNON FALLS RAFTING FIELD GUIDE
Eight Miles Down the Cannon: A Four-Person Raft Through Changing Water and Quiet Woods
An 8-mile Cannon River rental that typically takes about two hours on the water, with shuttle service and safety gear included—this guide lays out what to expect and how to plan.
Eight Miles Down the Cannon: A Four-Person Raft Through Changing Water and Quiet Woods.
On the Cannon River at Cannon Falls, this four-person raft rental follows an 8-mile stretch that typically takes roughly two hours on the water to reach Miesville Ravine Park; shuttle service, life jackets and paddles are provided, while river height and conditions can make the trip faster or longer.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A True 8-Mile Stretch to Miesville Ravine
The trip covers an eight-mile section of the Cannon River that finishes at Miesville Ravine Park—an unmistakable end point after roughly two hours of paddling under typical conditions.
Variable Conditions Keep It Engaging
Expect the flow and pace to change with river height; those shifts can shorten or extend the time you spend on the water, adding an element of unpredictability to the outing.
Convenience: Shuttle and Safety Gear Included
Rentals include a shuttle to the put-in and essential safety gear—life jackets and paddles—so little logistical fuss is required beyond arriving at the meeting point.
What the day feels like
What the Trip Feels Like
You gather at the rental base in Cannon Falls, load into a four-person raft, and set out on an eight-mile run down the Cannon River toward Miesville Ravine Park; under typical conditions the on-water portion is about two hours, though the river’s height and flow can speed or slow progress. The operator provides the shuttle, life jackets and paddles, leaving the group to focus on reading the river and moving with the current.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental works for—and what’s not stated in the provided facts.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Life jackets and paddles are included with the rental, and shuttle service to the put-in is provided as part of the package.
While the operator supplies life jackets and paddles, bring weather-appropriate clothing and personal items; the provided facts confirm only that safety gear and paddles are included.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip on the water?
The 8-mile on-water portion typically takes about two hours to complete, though river height and conditions can make it faster or longer.
How long should I set aside for the rental overall?
The advertised duration for the activity is four hours, which accommodates logistics beyond the on-water segment.
What is included in the rental price?
The rental price includes shuttle service, life jackets, and paddles.
How far do we paddle?
This is an eight-mile trip down the Cannon River.
Where do participants meet before launch?
Meet at Cannon Falls Canoe and Bike Rentals—615 N. 5th St., Cannon Falls, MN 55009—before heading to the river.
Where does the trip end?
The route finishes at Miesville Ravine Park after the eight-mile run.