KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:

• No Prior Experience Necessary!
  • First time out on the water? No big deal! All High Country Paddle Shack Guides are expert paddlers and have you comfortably paddling sitting down in a kayak, or standing upright on a standup paddle-board cruising with confidence in no time! Let us teach you how to paddle the proper way, and the fun way!
• All Rentals Come With a Life Jacket & Paddle
  • All rentals come with a PFD (Personal Flotation Device). By law, all boaters must have a coast guard approved PFD on board. If you are under the age of 13, you are required to wear it at all times.We provide child and youth PFDs. If you have your own, please bring it for a more comfortable fit. PFD must be Type II, III, or V. If using a Type V PFD that requires inflation, you must be wearing it at all times.
• How Do I Try Different Rental Models?
  • The Paddle Shack’s demo & rental fleet consists of the latest & greatest standup paddleboards and kayaks available on the market. We update our fleet to new models every season! The models we rent are the same models we carry in all our High Country retail locations. When making a performance rental, please include the model you would like to try and we will do our best to fulfill that. All recreational rentals are on a first come first serve basis!
• Is There an Age Limit?
  • All paddlers must be 5 years or older to use any High Country rental equipment. When renting from the Paddle Shack, an adult to child ratio of no less than one adult (18 years of age or older) for every four children under the age or 13 is required. Children 5 years or older are allowed to ride or paddle by themselves on High Country rental equipment as long as an adult (18 years of age or older) is there to supervise.
• No Glass Containers!
  • Feel free to bring a cooler, but glass containers are NOT allowed on the Chattahoochee River!
• Can I Bring My Dog?
  
  • We DO allow dogs at The Paddle Shack! You & your 4-legged friend must demonstrate that he/she can remain calm and relaxed on the water, and not endanger the persons paddling or anyone around them. Any damage to the equipment due to your pets will result in a fee. Leashes are required on all pets at Morgan Falls Overlook Park.
• Maximum Capacity For All Rental Equipment?
  • Stand Up Paddle-board: one adult + one child
  • 1 Person Kayak: one adult + one child
  • 2 Person Kayak: two adults + one child
• What Should I Wear?

  • Athletic Attire over swimming attire works best (this way you are versatile). For your feet, closed toe shoes or sandals with secure straps (Chacos, Tevas, etc). It is not often people fall in the water, but it’s always best to be prepared 🙂 For early Spring or late Fall rentals, a warm pair of neoprene or wool socks and a light jacket will keep you smiling and comfortable!

• What Should I Bring?
  • A water bottle - we recommend 16 oz for every hour on the water. We have refreshments for purchase at The Shack in case you forgot yours.
  • Your camera - Kayak & SUP pics are the best! But beware! High Country is not responsible for damaged or lost electronics. We do have inexpensive cases for purchase at The Shack for phones!
  • Sunscreen - we highly recommend 50+ SPF water-resistant sunscreen
  • Sunglasses - 100% UV resistant polarized sunglasses with a sunglasses retainer (Croakies, Chums, etc).
    
    

F.A.Q.

• Inclement Weather Policy: The safety of our guests and staff is of the utmost importance. In the event we must close due to inclement weather or varying river conditions, High Country will gladly reschedule or refund your reservation. We want to make this as simple as possible for the satisfaction of our guests!
• Purchasing Demo Equipment: We don't have anything available at the moment, but we will at the end of the season! Follow us on social media to stay in the loop on availability! Instagram: @highcountrypaddleshack Facebook: HIGH COUNTRY PADDLE SHACK