Outback Adventures has been renting canoes for 21 years. We are one of the largest canoe and kayak rentals on the Allegheny River, if not the largest. We now have 80 Old Town Discovery 169 Canoes in our livery. We have also been renting kayaks for 14 years and have over 60 kayaks in our stable, giving us the largest number and selection in the area. We are located at the southern edge of the Allegheny National Forest, which gives you full access to the ANF River Wilderness Canoe Trail. This is important when selecting a livery because there are no pickups, you end up back at your car, whether taking a 2 hour or a 3 day trip, (no waiting for someone to pick you up). All islands are part of the ANF and provide excellent camping. The river is dam controlled and remains floatable all summer
ALLEGHENY NATIONAL FOREST CANOE and KAYAK TRIPS
We start our season in April and run through October. April and early May is the best time for the smaller streams that are only accessible during the Spring. The Tionesta Creek, in the ANF, offers excellent fishing, bird-watching, and abundant wildlife in pristine natural settings. This stream is also great for kayaking. During the summer months, the Allegheny River is perfect for all your outdoor recreation. The Allegheny maintains a perfect water level for canoeing and kayaking. The many Allegheny National Forest islands provide great camping for overnight trips. We offer 2-5 hour day trips and also 2 and 3 day overnight trips, all ending up back at your car. Our hike-float trips let you explore the forest by foot to the river, then complete your adventure by canoe. We also have available lodging, Tipi camping along the river, tent camping, RV hook-ups and primitive campsites.
Kids love kayaking!
The Allegheny's Class I, placid waters, and our recreational kayaks, make it perfect for beginners. For a one on one adventure with nature, the kayak is a great way for the solo fisherman to get away, and fishing on the Allegheny is great. We have smallmouth bass, walleye, muskie, trout, and pike. Turkey and whitetail hunting trips are available.
TEPEE AND CAMPGROUND RATES
From our riverfront campground you can take a river trip and paddle back to your tepee or campsite. The tepees come with electric. Prices start at $35 per night for a family, $45 for 2 couples or a group of 4, and $60 per night for a group of 6. Camping prices are $18 per night for RVs with water and electric hook-up, and $14 per night per tent, or $7 per person (excluding children). We have hot showers and flush toilet. Canoe and kayak prices are by the trip, starting at $20 per boat. Free transportation, paddles and jackets are included. We can accommodate company picnics, family reunions, scouts, and youth groups. We are always happy to plan a trip to suit your needs. For a list of trips and prices see below.
NEW! WE NOW RENT CABIN TENTS We SET-UP these 2-room cabin tents for you. All you need is your cooler and bedding.
The tent is ready for you, with a screened in porch,
table and chairs, and a Queen size air mattress.
The sites are located on the edge of the Allegheny River.
Enjoy the beautiful view while you toss a line in.
This is a perfect way to try camping without buying all the gear.
Also, great for the motorcyclist that has to pack light.
YOU'LL LOVE OUR FRIENDLY TRANSPORTATION
Pick up a paddle and journey back. A canoe offers the naturalist an excellent way of transportation, providing its passengers an experience that the early explorers and Native Americans used as a roadway through the wilderness. Escape with us.
OUR TRIPS LENGTH PRICES
canoe/ kayak
- Allegheny River Day Trips
- Hickory to Tionesta 2 hr 7 miles $38 /$28
- Tidioute to Tionesta 5 hr 15 miles $48 /$38
- Allegheny River Overnight Trips
- Tidioute to Tionesta 2 day 15 miles $55 /$45
- Bonnie Brae to Tionesta 2 day 18 miles $55 /$45
- Buccaloons to Tionesta 2 day 30 miles $65 /$55
- Buccaloons to Tionesta 3 day 30 miles $75 /$65
- Warren to Tionesta 2 day 40 miles $75 /$65
- Warren to Tionesta 3 day 40 miles $85 /$75
- Kinzua to Tionesta 3 day 50 miles $95 /$85
- • Overnight trips require a 2 canoe min. or add'l charge**
*****************Specialty Trips******************
Brokenstraw to Tionesta_ 3 days 50 miles $110
*************Tionesta Creek Runs***************
- Kellettville to Nebraska Bridge______ 11 miles
- Mayburg to Nebraska Bridge_______ 16 miles
- Minister Creek to Nebraska Bridge____ 20 miles
- Sheffield to Nebraska Bridge________ 34 mi-2 days
Prices for Tionesta Creek average $40 per day, depending on distance of shuttle and requires a minimum of 3 canoes or 4 kayaks Tionesta Creek is a must see!! We've had Canadian canoeists find this stream to be one of the prettiest they've ever seen. Eagles and osprey are often sighted. Don't forget to book early. This stream is only floatable through May.
Do you have your own canoe or kayak? We will shuttle your boat for you. Call for a reservation so we have room for your boat with your group. Leave your car at your take out and ride up with our vans. The average cost is half of the listed trip price.
We are located on Route 62, 40 yards south of the Tionesta Bridge For information or to talk to someone directly, call 814-755-3658.
Our mailing address is: 247 Outback Adventures Road, Tionesta, PA 16353.
