Northbrook Canoe Co

First of all this place offers tubing, kayaking and Canoe (probably would not suggest it, unless it is big wide open lake like Marsh Creek).

Normally we would go to Marsh Creek Watersports, since they have great staff and wide areas for most water sports. We came here on a Saturday for Kayaking, which was probably a mistake. Should have came here on a weekday, when it is less crowded.

The staffs here are friendly, there's just not enough of them (Will explain later). When you first walk towards the check in desk, you will have to wait in line to sign in even if you already purchased the ticket online (The wait for us was approximately 20 minutes outside). After you checked in you go get your life jacket, there is another wait for the bus that will take you to your destination, depending if you picked Kayak/Canoe or Tubing, and if you picked 1 or 2 hours. Our wait for the bus was approximately 30-40 minutes, which is fine we expected it from reading some of the reviews.

They will give you a number card to tell you which bus you will be boarding via the intercom. The buses have seen better days, but it gets the jobs done that's all it matters. The bus ride for us was 10-15 minutes tops.

After you arrive at your destination, you pretty much on your own, apart from the quick safety tip briefing at the beginning. We carried our kayaks to the dock and just went on our way.

Beware, depending date/time at times some parts of the river will have very shallow water, I saw a few people getting stuck, we had little to no trouble getting out. But we saw some people struggling to get their kayak out of the water, because it is way too heavy from all the water that got into the kayak. This is where the experience can be sour for some people. There's almost no staff stationed at certain part of the river to assist the customers, apart from one where they tell you to GO RIGHT at the flag (where most people tipped over).

There is also way too much tubing traffic for anyone with Kayak or canoe to enjoy the water, as some people will bunch up in groups and you had to maneuver around them on high flowing water so you don't run into them. For inexperience kayakers it might be a little tricky, as there's very little room at certain parts.

When you finished your journey there is a little tiny dock that some people have apparently missed and gone all the way down Delaware river and staff members needed to pick them up, as there's no flags or sign to tell you this is the end. At the same time, the water in front of the dock is so deep, you are almost guaranteed to get wet. I was lucky enough to get a staff member to help carry me up so I don't get my phone wet.

In conclusion, If you go on a weekday or days when it is less crowded, you will have a much better experience. Also if you don't want to get your phone wet or submerged in water, do not bring your phone at all or bring a waterproof casing if you want some pictures, as the scenery is quite nice. Overall it was pretty good experience for me, but there's better options elsewhere if you want just enjoy kayaking experience for the price you pay.

The welcoming and fun staff, great prices (even for last minute necessities), well maintained equipment, and well-organized process made this a most excellent relaxing family fun day.

The river and weather were beautiful.

We all agreed we'd definitely do this again!!

Great experience! We will be back. Appreciated the detailed email reminders + all the signage at the location made it easy to figure out where to go. we did the canoe and dine and the music was wonderful. There were firepits to relax and sit around. We did not experience any mosquitos and the water was so peaceful. Staff was very friendly!

Such a relaxing experience! They drive you to the drop off point and allow you to take as much time as you want down the creek. As they say, "you pay for the distance, not the time." The water is clear and there are several little "beaches" where you can pull off and have a picnic.
And when you get out at the end point, you're back at the business and parking lot. They have a small concession stand with burgers. There are also changing rooms and real bathrooms (no porta potties, LOL)

HIGHLY recommend.

Would highly recommend this if you are looking for something fun when it's hot out. They bus you to the drop off point, depending if it's 2.5, 1.5 or 1 hour float. Easy trip, not very deep either. Our dog swam 5 of the miles, yes they encourage dogs! Equipment is great as well.