Paddling on the Merrimack River – Newburyport and Joppa Flats

Join the Merrimack River Watershed Council on a paddling trip in Newburyport and Joppa Flats area with the local Massachusetts based company Plum Island Kayak. The Council invites the community to explore the river from a kayak! We will begin our paddle in Newburyport. The guide will lead the group around the culturally rich Newburyport waters and along the biodiverse edge of Joppa Flats. The tour will always stay on the river and never out on the open ocean. This will be a 3-hour tour with the blend of relaxation, exploration, and adventure, to get you out on the water, and into the sunshine!

Kayaking Route Map HERE

*These trips are timed specifically to work with the tides, so please be punctual …. we can not wait for late comers!

HOW TO REGISTER:

The sign up form contains 3 links to: a Payment platform, a MRWC waiver and Plum Island Kayak waiver. You must fill out both waivers and pay for the trip to be considered registered.

The cost is $60 per person, equipment and guide included in the price. At this time we are not allowing people to bring their own kayaks.

Park at Plum Island Kayak: 92 Merrimac St, Newburyport, MA 01950  There are some parking spaces, but there is street parking available.

We will be shuttling from the kayaking store to Plum Island Point and back, where we will be launching and docking. Please wear a mask while in the shuttle if you are not vaccinated.

Please email volunteer@merrimack.org if you have any questions.