Boston Sports & Outdoors Tips by diver-x

Canoe or Kayak on the Charles River Canoe or Kayak on the Charles River Review

Charles River Canoe & Kayak offers boat rentals, sales and instruction on the Charles River in 2 locations: Newton Lower Falls and in Brighton. We rented a couple of kayaks at the Newton location and paddled around for 3 hours for $80 for the two boats. The Charles River is actually very scenic and full of life. It's a great way to spend a day!

Equipment: A dry bag is essential if you want to bring a camera or anything else that can't get wet. You can get dry bags at most outdoor sporting goods stores. You can also buy one at the Newton location.

Directions: Newton: 2401 Commonwealth Ave between the Newton Marriott Hotel and Route 128 (I-95).
Brighton: Soldiers Field road along the Bikepath upstream of the Eliot Bridge and downstream of the Northeastern Boathouse and the Public Theater.

Theme: Kayaking/Canoeing

Website: http://www.ski-paddle.com/cano/canoe.htm