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.
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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
Nam & Rose
Dallas, Texas
October 21, 2026
My wife and I had a wonderful canoeing experience with Riverbend Outfitters! Kristi and her husband, Jerry, are such warm and welcoming hosts. The scenery on the bayou was absolutely breathtaking — cypress trees, wildlife, and the most peaceful water we've ever paddled. We will definitely be back!
Summer Beavers
Frisco, Texas
October 19, 2026
Riverbend Outfitters made our day on Caddo Lake so easy and fun! Communication before the trip was quick and clear, and Kristi made sure we were set up safely before heading out. We rented three kayaks for me and two of my best friends, and I even got to bring Frank, my Frenchie. The scenery was absolutely beautiful. If you want to see the best views Caddo has to offer, I highly recommend Riverbend Outfitters. We'll be back!
Jason Wallace
Houston, Texas
October 19, 2026
Highly recommended. Great communication. Had a great time with the kayaks.
James Kunkel
Shreveport, Louisiana
October 1, 2026
I booked a kayak rental for my wife's birthday and it was a great experience! Booking with Kristi was seamless, and she told us everything we needed to know. She's super kind and a great communicator. As for the actual waterways, they were absolutely beautiful. I highly recommend Riverbend Outfitters.
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
Shreveport, Louisiana
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.
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!