Canoe, Kayak & River Equipment Available for Rent

Multi-day Rentals Only

We’ll help you plan your route and acquire the necessary permits

Shuttle transportation to and from launch sites available

Quality Equipment

Equipment for rent

We offer professional commercial grade canoes, as well as a variety of river equipment such as toilet systems, fire pans, waterproof bags, etc. Need some help planning what to take? Check out Far Flung’s suggested equipment list.

 

Rental details

Rental period

We outfit multi-day, expedition style river trips on the Rio Grande.  Our office is open from 8 a.m. -5 p.m. each day (closed Christmas Day).  Sorry, we no longer offer day rentals of boats or equipment.


Pick-up/drop-off point

Far Flung Outdoor Center. Click here to see how to find us.


Availability

Daily and year-round, except Christmas Day


Required minimum age

You must be 18 years or older to request the rental and sign a waiver, but younger children may accompany you.


Add-ons

  • National park permits
  • Shuttle transportation to and from launch point

Plan your trip

Planning a trip on the Rio Grande involves a number of choices, so it’s always helpful to do a little research prior to making your reservation. Check out our pre-trip planning checklist(opens in a new tab) to make planning your river trip easier. Here are some other resources that might be of help:

Have a question about planning a river trip to Big Bend? Call us at 800-839-7238 or email us at (opens in a new tab)info@bigbendfarflung.com(opens in a new tab)

Shuttle transportation

Need help getting to or from a launch point? Far Flung can provide a wide variety of shuttle options for your group using your vehicle, our vehicles, or a combination of both. We use modern 15-passenger vans, and our drivers are handpicked for their positive attitude and attention to safety and details.

Shuttles using Far Flung vehicles: $75/hour beginning and ending at the Far Flung Outdoor Center
Shuttles using privately owned vehicles: $35/hour

Need shuttle miles and approximate times between river locations in the Big Bend? Click here(opens in a new tab) for Far Flung’s shuttle mileage chart.

River permits

River permits are required in all sections of the Rio Grande from the Tapado put-in to the Langtry Crossing take-out.

Far Flung, at no additional charge, can issue float permits for Big Bend National Park and the Wild & Scenic River (below Heath Canyon). Big Bend National Park permits are also issued at Panther Junction, Persimmon Gap, and the Barton Warnock Center near Lajitas. River sections from Lajitas to Langtry require a Big Bend National Park Permit.

River permits for the Rio Grande in Big Bend Ranch State Park may be obtained at the Barton Warnock Center or Fort Leaton, near Presidio. River sections from Tapado Canyon to Lajitas require a Big Bend Ranch State Park Permit.

Big Bend National Park fees
Backcountry permit: $10/day, regardless of the number of trip participants.
Entrance fee: $30/vehicle, good for up to 7 days

Big Bend Ranch State Park fees
Entrance fee: $3/person/day
Camping fee: $8/person/night, applicable for trips camping on state lands

Heath Canyon Ranch Access Fee: Heath Canyon is the take-out for Boquillas Canyon float trips and one of the put-ins for the Lower Canyons.
Private access fee: $10/person
Vehicle storage fee: $10/vehicle/day

Black Gap Wildlife Management Area permit: managed by Texas Parks & Wildlife, a limited purpose use permit(opens in a new tab) is required for any party accessing the put-ins or take-outs in the Black Gap river section. The cost is $12/person and can be purchased online in advance of your trip. Click here(opens in a new tab) to purchase your limited purpose use permits online.

Harrison Ranch Access Fee: for Lower Canyon trips taking out at Dryden Crossing/Harrison Ranch
Private access fee: $10/person
Vehicle access fee: $30/vehicle

FAQs

Maybe. Sometimes. Well, okay. In town you can get a signal, but get away from the Terlingua metropolitan area and forget about it. They are putting in two new towers next year, so we should see some improvement. But, after all, isn’t that what you’re wanting to get away from?

We recommend you bring a windbreaker/fleece jacket (months of November – April), rain jacket or poncho (months of June – October), hat or cap (wide brim hats are preferred!), sunglasses, sunscreen and lip balm, and a water bottle (we have plenty of iced water!). Optionals include camera, binoculars, your own supply of soft drinks (no glass, please!), and small ice chest (no foam chests, please!) You can also check out our suggested equipment list.

Dress for the river is normally shorts, swimsuit, hat or visor, t-shirt, and river sandals or old tennis shoes for the warmer months. In cooler months, layering your clothing is strongly recommended. We will provide waterproof bags so that you can take off or put on clothes as necessary. Do not bring good shoes for the river – they will get wet! If you choose to wear sandals, they should have ankle straps.

Far Flung can provide a wide variety of shuttle options for your group using your vehicle, our vehicles, or a combination of both. We use modern 15-passenger vans, and our drivers are handpicked for their positive attitude and attention to safety and details.

Shuttles using Far Flung vehicles: $75/hour beginning and ending at the Far Flung Outdoor Center
Shuttles using privately owned vehicles: $35/hour

You can check the Far Flung Mileage Chart for more information on times and distances.

We outfit multi-day, expedition style river trips on the Rio Grande.  Our office is open from 8 a.m. -5 p.m. each day (closed Christmas Day).  Sorry, we no longer offer day rentals of boats or equipment.

Get Out & Explore

Far Flung Outdoor Center, swimming pool

Fresh coffee & merch

While you’re at the Far Flung Outdoor Center, start your day off right by indulging in a fresh cup of coffee, homemade muffins, bagels, and kolaches at our on-site coffee shop. Once you’re recharged and ready to go, head on over to our retail shop, pick up some merch, and head out into Big Bend wearing your new threads!