Kerne Bridge to Monmouth
We provide Canadian canoe or kayak hire from Kerne bridge to Monmouth amongst many other routes along the river Wye. Canadian Canoeing or Kayaking from Kerne Bridge to Monmouth is a great full day that passes through Symonds Yat in the heart of the Wye Valley. The route is 15 miles and takes between 5-6 hours for most groups in a canoe or kayak.
Kerne Bridge to Monmouth Route Description
This is a full day trip where paddlers can stop at Symonds Yat in the middle for lunch should they want to before continuing on to the finish point next to Monmouth Rowing Club. Meandering through the Forest of Dean, this is a lovely stretch with lots of attractions to visit and lush scenery to take in. A great place for canoe hire groups to explore and enjoy nature.
Launch and Landing Points
The launch point in Kerne Bridge is on the left hand bank, 800m below the bridge. There is a car park and picnic site here and no permission is required to launch. There is also a great pub, the Inn on the Wye, within walking distance too.
The landing point in Monmouth is at Monmouth Town Rowing Club on the right hand side of the river just before the bridge. Access can be reached by car by going under the A40 underpass at the leisure centre. There is free parking right by the launch/landing point however be aware that on weekends this is often busy with rowing events.
Kerne Bridge to Symonds Yat
Distance: 7.5 miles
Time: 2.5 hours
Symonds Yat to Monmouth
Distance: 8 miles
Time: 3 hours in a canoe or kayak
Canoeing and Kayaking from Kerne Bridge to Monmouth
Distance: 15.5 miles
Time: 5.5 hours in a canoe or kayak
What’s included?
- Boat hire, either canoe or kayak depending on your preference
- Paddles
- Buoyancy aids
- Waterproof barrel
- River Map
- Recovery by minibus or taxi to your start point
- Safety brief and basic instruction before setting off
Booking
Fill out the form in the top right corner of this page and we will get right back to you with availability and pricing. Alternatively you can call us direct on 01432 264 807.