Kayaking
Wildlife Prairie Park allows kayaking on any of our 7 fishing lakes (see map below). Bring your own kayak or rent one of ours!
We recommend launching on Deep Lake, Beaver Lake, East Horseshoe Lake, North Lake or Taylor Lake (on the west side of the park). Caboose Lake is possible, but not very big due to some of it being fenced off for bison and elk. Access to some of our lakes may be more difficult than others.
If you have questions about guidelines please reach out to: recreation@wildlifeprairie.org.
Kayak & Stand Up Paddle Board Rentals
Open April 5, 2025
Rent a kayak from the self serve kayak vending machine – the first of its kind in the area from PaddleEZ! Tandem kayaks or stand up paddle boards are available to rent for 1 hour to explore Deep Lake. Rentals open up 7 days prior and are first come first serve.
Rentals are available everyday to Park guests during regular Park hours.
Sunday – Friday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Lodging guests will be able to access the rentals from 6 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. every day of the week.
Rental Prices
Regular park admission still applies to non-members.
Tandem Sit on Top Kayak: $20 per hour
Stand Up Paddle Board: $20 per hour
Kayak Rental Details
An adult 18 years or older must be present. Online reservations only. A fee will be charged to booking credit card for lost or damaged kayaks.
Must complete waiver to reserve.
Reservations for fishing kayaks must be made by 5 p.m. the day prior for 9 a.m. session. All other kayaking sessions can be reserved up to 1 hour prior to the session.
2025 Group Kayak Adventures
Join us for a Kayak Adventure of one of the Wildlife Prairie Park Lakes! Explore a lake for 1 hour with other paddle sport enthusiasts, led by our recreation staff and volunteers. Rent a kayak for the adventure or bring your own. Kayaks available for rent include single, youth, and tandem.
May 24, 2025
10 - 11:30 a.m. on Deep Lake
Rent a Kayak for the May Group Adventure
July 5, 2025
9 - 10:30 a.m. on Taylor Lake
Taylor Lake is located on the west side of the Park
September 1, 2025
10 - 11:30 a.m. on East Horseshoe Lake
Tickets coming soon for the July 5 and September 1 Group Kayak Adventures.
Group Kayak Adventures Rental Prices & information
Regular park admission still applies to non-members. WPP members receive free admission.
Single & Tandem Kayak: $20 per hour
5 Sit In Single Kayaks, 2 Sit On Single Kayaks, 2 Sit On Tandem Kayaks, 2 Sit On Youth Kayaks (up to 150lbs)
Bring Your Own Kayak or SUP: FREE with Paid Admission
If bring your own boat, please bring your own lifejacket.
Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time.
1/2 Off Kayaking Special Days
Try out kayaking for half the price! Rent a kayak for 1 hour for only $10. Perfect for beginners or those who want to see if kayaking is the right paddle sport for you.
May 24, 2025
12 p.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m. on Deep Lake
May 24th Half off Kayak Rentals
May 25, 2025
10 a.m., 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 1 p.m. on East Horseshoe Lake
May 25th Half off Kayak Rentals
May 26, 2025
10 a.m., 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 1 p.m. on North Lake
May 26th Half off Kayak Rentals
July 4, 2025
10 a.m., 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 1 p.m. on North Lake
July 5, 2025
12 p.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m. on Taylor Lake
September 1, 2025
1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m., 4 p.m. on East Horseshoe Lake
Tickets coming soon for the July 4, July 5 and September 1 Half Off Kayaking Special Days.
1/2 off kayaking special Prices & information
Regular park admission still applies to non-members. WPP members receive free admission.
Single & Tandem Kayak: $10 per hour
5 Sit In Single Kayaks, 2 Sit On Single Kayaks, 2 Sit On Tandem Kayaks, 2 Sit On Youth Kayaks (up to 150lbs)
First come, first serve.
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the start time.
Kayaking Party
Booking Now!
Kayaking Parties are available during the week on Taylor Lake or Deep Lake and Beaver Lake. Your 1.5 hour rental includes admission to the Park! Please submit an inquiry form or email recreation@wildlifeprairie.org with questions. Once party is booked, the waiver and other documents will be emailed to the party organizer.
Pricing
Members: $180
Non-Members: $230
Fishing Kayak Rentals
We have 2 fishing kayaks exclusively available to VIA Members for FREE every day on Beaver Lake during Park Hours. To reserve the kayaks email recreation@wildlifeprairie.org.
Reservations must be made by 5 p.m. the day prior for 9 a.m. session. Seats can be picked up and returned at the Ticket Gate.
Our Lakes
Beaver Lake
Deep Lake
North Lake
Taylor Lake
East Horseshoe Lake
West Horseshoe Lake
Caboose Lake
