Bubbly Creek Kayak Tours

Two people kayak on the south branch of the Chicago River

Join Shedd nature experts on a guided tour of Bubbly Creek. This experience will take you on a quiet journey to explore the river through a new lens, with a focus on wildlife spotting, insight into ongoing research, and a close look at exciting projects Shedd and partners are working on to restore high-quality habitat on the Chicago River.

Date and Time

June - September

Wednesdays, 5:00pm-7:00pm

Price

$10 registration fee

Ages

8 and up are welcome, participants under 12 will ride in a tandem kayak with an adult

Meeting Location

Wateriders at Bubbly Creek - 1200 W 35th St, Chicago, IL 60609

A man in an orange kayak looks back over his shoulder as he paddles on the south branch of the Chicago River
A river bird sits on a tree branch along the south branch of the Chicago river

Tours are two hours long, including time on-land for introduction and safety instruction. This program is great for first time kayakers and experienced paddlers alike. Ages 8 and up are welcome, though participants under age 12 will ride in a tandem kayak with an adult, and all minors under 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Kayaks and equipment are provided through a partnership with Wateriders.

Your $10 registration fee goes toward reserving your spot on the tour. We are proud to offer these programs at a low price for the community members that live near Bubbly Creek. If you are experiencing any issues with registration or require assistance of any kind to secure a spot, please call 312-692-2737 or email [email protected].