lets go paddling locally!!! :) paddle provo river dam to vivian park - August 20, 2026
Lets go paddling locally!!! :)
Where: Provo River classic section - paddling from Dam to Vivian Park.
When: Thursday August 20, 2026. 6PM - meet at Vivian Park
Estimated Float time: +/- 2 hours
Skill level: Class I - Easy, but NOT flat water. It may be a little stronger than Class I depending on release levels from the dam.
Details: Bring your own kayak, paddle board, canoe, etc. State law requires life jackets - strongly encourage to have a whitewater approved life jacket for this section of river. Also strongly encourage anyone on a paddle board to have a quick release leash or use a rescue quick release rescue strap on your life jacket. Must wear shoes or strap on sandals. No flip flops or shoes that can fall off. If you bring water or snacks make sure it can be strapped to your water craft so it doesn't become litter.
We will meet at Vivian Park and carpool up to the boat launch near the dam. The parking area at the put in is a State Park fee area. I think it's $20 per vehicle or an annual state park pass works. We'll try to carpool to the top to cut down on parking fees. This is a bring your own equipment trip. If you need equipment, you can most likely rent it from the Wasatch Mountain Club. Contact Donnie or Bret who coordinate boating equipment.
I'm excited to see you all and get out on the water this season. Let me know if you have questions.
Let's go paddling! =)
