Canoe Rentals at Ipswich River
Mass Audubon members can rent a canoe and travel down the Ipswich River, May through October, when the sanctuary is open.
We provide paddles, PFDs, and a key to unlock the canoe at the canoe landing on the river.
Rental Fees
Weekdays
$20 for the first 2 hours and $10 for every additional hour per canoe.
Weekends
Either 9:00 am-12:00 pm or 12:30-3:30 pm; $30 flat fee for half day (3.5 hour) rental, $60 for full day per canoe.
Rules & Restrictions
- Renters must be current Mass Audubon members and at least 18yrs of age. Join or renew today!
- Availability is limited on a first come first serve basis.
- Maximum of 2 canoe rentals per member.
- Each canoe accommodates a maximum of 3 adults or 2 adults with 2 small children.
- The canoes can only be used in the Ipswich River and within the boundaries of the sanctuary. No canoes are permitted in Bunker Meadow.
- All renters must wear a PFD (personal flotation device) in canoes at all times.
- Visitors are not permitted to launch their own canoe/kayaks from our landing.
- No alcohol, pets or fishing are permitted.
Good to Know
- Canoe landing and boat rack is a 0.3 mile hike from the Visitors Center down the Bunker Meadow trail to the Ipswich River Trail.
- Canoes are locked on canoe racks and are heavy (70-80 pounds), requiring 2 adults to access canoes from racks and get into the water.
- We recommend paddling upstream when leaving our canoe launch and return downstream.
- Wear close-toed shoes that can get wet.
- Bring a dry bag, sunscreen, bug spray, and water bottles.