Floating
KAYAK INFORMATION
We offer Jackson Kayaks single, tandem and fishing kayak options.
The single and tandem kayaks are from their Riviera model. The Riviera is all about effortless fun! Made for simplicity, it is the perfect choice for anyone seeking comfortable sit-on-top kayak that is user friendly. They feature high back molded-in seats for comfort and support. They have a 300 pound capacity for the single and 450 pounds for the tandem.
The fishing kayak is the Bite Angler model. It has a nice stable fishing platform with flush mount rod holders, ensuring you are all set to hit the water and start fishing right away. It has an open-concept deck platform so you can stand to fish. Ample storage with bungee attachment system for securing tackle boxes or cooler. Comfort seat attains an exceptional level of breathability, comfort, and drainage. They have a 400 pound capacity.
We also have added a few Z Pro Mini Cat Tubes to try this season. They have the portability of a tube, with the maneuverability of a small boat. The Mini Cat Tube is a very stable personal single watercraft and will provide great fun on the water for all ages. They have D-Rings on them as well so they can be tied off to the kayaks while floating if someone wants to relax more while someone else paddles more. These provide nice back support and your feet dangle in the water while floating.
If we have significant interest in canoeing, then we will look into adding this option for the 2025 season but at this time we are still determining the demand of these.
Average kayaking time is 2 miles per hour plus you want to configure stopping time as well into your float. All float rentals, except for the one specified half day leisure float, are considered all day floats but are not prorated if you leave at a later time in the day or if you come back prior to 6 pm. This allows you time to relax on the float, take a dip in the water, tie up to fish or have a bite to eat. You make your plan and set your speed for your return to the designated pick up point.
All floating rates include: paddle, life vest, shuttle transportation from your put in and take out points.
DROP OFF POINTS
Leisure Float: Smithville Public Access 6 at Mecca Ramp/O Highway
5 Mile Destination: Smithville Public Access 8 at 240th St Ramp
7 Mile Destination: Smithville Public Access 9 at Springtown Rd/Birch Ramp
9 Mile Destination: Smithville Public Access 10 at Highway C Ramp
16 Mile Destination: Lathrop Bridge at 116 Highway Ramp
PRICING
Destination Floats on the Little Platte River
5 & 7 Mile Float
Put In Times: 9:30am, 11am, Noon, 1pm
Single $50
Tandem $85
Fishing $70
Rafts $35
9 & 16 Mile Float
Put In Times: 8am & 9:30am
Single $60
Tandem $100
Fishing $80
LEISURE FLOAT
You will be shuttled and dropped off at the Smithville Lake Public Access 6, just south of BigFoote Outfitters and picked back up at the same spot.
Half Day
Single $40
Tandem $75
Fishing $50
Raft $35
Full Day
Single $60
Tandem $100
Fishing $75
Personal Kayak Transport Roundtrip $25
- we will transport you and your kayak to the drop off point of your choice for a 5, 7, 9 or 16 mile float. Pick up at Smithville Boat Ramp 6 by 6pm.
- price is per vessel
- we do not currently offer the service of your personal vehicle transport.
All pick up transportation for all floats starts at 2pm and runs every hour on the hour until 6pm. All kayaks and Rafts must be at the designated pick up point by 6pm. If you want to arrange a later pick up time you must call to see if that can be accommodated prior to booking.
- PUP Creek Kooler Floating Cooler: 15 Quart Capacity
- $20 day
- holds fifteen (15) 12-oz cans and 10 pounds of ice
- 2 cup holders located on the deck
- foamed insulation
- CUDDY Amphibious Floating Cooler & Dry Storage Vessel: 40 Quart Capacity
- $30 day
- holds thirty (30) 12-oz cans and 20 pounds of ice
- 4 cup holders located on the deck
- dual walled with snow bead insulation for 12–48 hour ice retention based on use and conditions.
Float Trip Guidelines
- Must be paid in full at the time of reservation.
- Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your scheduled shuttle departure to fill out/sign all waivers and get your life jacket.
- Walk-In Floating
- Any non-reserved float rentals will continue to be sold on a first-come-first-serve basis.
- We strive to ensure you have a safe trip. However, floating and water activities come with personal risks. Swimming during your float or during your stay at BigFoote Outfitters is at your own risk. There are no lifeguards on duty. BigFoote Outfitters does not assume responsibility for personal injury, medical payments, property loss or damage.
- Warning: Under Missouri Law, an outfitter is not liable for an injury to, or the death of, a participant in paddle sports activities resulting from the inherent risks of paddle sports activities pursuant to the Revised Statutes of Missouri (Missouri SB 346).
- If there is a threat of severe weather, you will receive a rain check that is valid for one year from the date of your reservation. If the severe weather passes by noon rain checks will not be given.
- No glass bottles. It’s the law!
- Do not litter the river or on the land. You will be provided with a net bag so please help us keep the river and banks clean by picking up litter and hauling it to your pickup location.
- Latest take out time is 6:00 pm, seven days a week. Late take out fee is $25 per hour per kayak. No exceptions. If you want to arrange a later pick up time you must call to see if that can be accommodated prior to booking.
- All kayaks must end up at the designated take-out point at Smithville Lake Public Access 6 at the end of O Highway.
- You are responsible for all equipment rented to you. Charges will apply for broken and/or lost kayaks, paddles and life jackets. Normal wear and tear on the kayak is expected. In the event a vessel or equipment is lost or damaged beyond the normal wear and tear, repair expenses or replacement cost will be charged to the renter of said vessel and/or equipment.
- Notice there is a 4% credit card fee on the amount processed. Example: $100 reservation would be $104.00 charged. Forms of payment accepted are cash and credit card. Prices are subject to change.