Take in the serene beauty and enjoy a relaxing float down scenic Paint Creek located at Water's Edge Canoe Livery near Chillicothe, Ohio. This thrilling outdoor recreational trip through the valleys of Southern Ohio is a perfect tourist destination through the edge of Appalachia where you can take a canoe or kayak and explore the creek while discovering the wonders of nature.

There are 4 trips to choose from as you plan your water adventure through Ross County's best canoe and kayak location. Bring your family, youth group, or a group of friends for a day of adventure, a night or weekend of primitive camping, and even take in a summer evening show at the most famous outdoor drama in the Eastern United States: Tecumseh! We are located a short drive from Columbus, Dayton and Cincinnati, and can accommodate both the canoe and kayak beginners or the experienced water enthusiasts!

Allow yourselves to escape on an Ohio mini-vacation where the scenes and sounds of nature will give you that relaxation you have needed and deserve. There are stretches of long, easygoing pools, shallow riffles, rocks, and plenty of fishing opportunities for the anglers who want to wet their lines. Take a break from your trip, enjoy some family fun and have a nice picnic on the banks...or cool your feet in the water as you drift along the creek. You may even see a bald eagle soaring above!

Water's Edge Canoe Livery provides parking, shuttle service, canoes, kayaks, paddles and life jackets. Our location also offers primitive camping if you want to escape for the weekend. You can also visit nearby Chillicothe, Ohio where there is plenty of shopping and dining...our favorite is the famous Old Canal Smokehouse on Water Street where their pulled-pork or beef brisket will satisfy the hunger from your day of canoeing on our lovely Paint Creek. Rest assured, you will be well taken care of by our staff at the Water's Edge Canoe Livery. Your safety is our top priority.