Kayak & Canoe Rentals
Big Cypress Bayou · Little Cypress Bayou · Black Cypress Bayou · Caddo Lake · Lake O' the Pines
Riverbend Outfitters offers kayak and canoe rentals on the diverse waterways of East Texas. Whether you're a seasoned paddler or a first-timer, we have the perfect adventure waiting for you on the beautiful bayous and lakes of the Piney Woods.
Learn MoreFull Day Rentals
Perfect for solo paddlers. Includes paddle, life jacket, and dry bag. Full day rental on any of our featured waterways.
Great for pairs or those who want extra room. Includes paddles, life jackets, and dry bag. Full day rental.
Let an experienced guide lead you through the best routes, share local knowledge, and help you spot the incredible wildlife East Texas has to offer.
Call for PricingExplore the stunning wildlife of Lake O' the Pines from the comfort of a pontoon boat. Perfect for families, groups, and anyone who wants a relaxed way to take in the natural beauty of East Texas.
Call for Rates & InfoShuttle service available. Call for group rates and availability.
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Real reviews from real customers
Monica Tieu
July 3, 2026
One of our top canoe / kayak experiences we've had in a while. Very scenic and the cypresses were beautiful. Kristi and the team were also awesome, very knowledgeable, and accommodating in helping set up our pup for his first canoe experience. Will definitely come back to explore more!
Samuel Rodier
April 21, 2026
Kristi was so nice and easy to work with! She was on time and gave us a bunch of good tips on where to go. The bayou was beautiful and we couldn't have asked for a better trip.
ro s
December 1, 2025
Can't say enough good things about Riverbend Outfitters and Kristi. She is incredibly helpful and makes getting on and off the water as easy as possible. She was there waiting for us as soon as we arrived in town. The canoe we rented was super comfortable and being able to drop it off at a time that worked for us took the stress out of exploring.
Pierce Gierloff
November 29, 2025
Kristi was very accommodating and helpful in booking a canoe, she helped determine the correct size as well as was very prompt to reply to any message. The dock they are located by is also very close to Benton Lake a serene spot to see the cypress trees.
sara silver
November 13, 2025
Riverbend Outfitters provide the perfect service for visitors looking to kayak the Bayou. Everything is waiting for you at the launch spot, a photo is provided to help you identify your rental(s) and in our case we had 2 days of access. The boats were good quality rentals. I highly recommend this as a way to see the beauty of the Caddo Lake/Big Cypress Bayou area.
Shelli Lawson
September 30, 2025
We had an awesome experience dealing with Riverbend Outfitters. Very accommodating and great kayaking on big cypress! Saw a gator and the beauty of the trails, including lily pads and plants i don't know the names of...They have a nice little launch area and a great place to explore the trails and the lakes. A must see!! A pleasure to deal with these folks if you need a rental.
Conditions, recommendations, and stories from the water
The river may be low now from the spillway at Lake O' the Pines to Jefferson on the Big Cypress, but there is still so much to see. A paddle of the upper reach stretch is not recommended now due to the low elevation, but...
After a week of heavy rains here and in areas that impact the tributaries that feed the Big Cypress, Little Cypress, and Black Cypress Bayous, we have seen changes in the release rate from Lake O' the Pines...
With so many great places to paddle in and around Caddo and Lake O' the Pines, it can be hard to decide where to go. An area that is not always accessible is Carter's Lake right out from the TPWD launch off of FM 805...
The leaves have fallen, for the most part, on the lakes and bayous. That's just another beautiful trade-off, though, because birds and other wildlife are easier to see without the foliage!
Lake O' the Pines is one of the best places to paddle right now. Birding activity has increased as fish are pooled in areas that are not normally there, so whether you want to watch the skies or wet a hook, the lake is the place to be.
Soon we'll be posting photos and videos of the upper reach of the Big Cypress river from Lake O' the Pines to Jefferson, but in the meantime don't forget that the launch ramp at Jefferson is a great place to put in.
Life is simple. Just add water and PADDLE!