
Looking for the best Root River tubing in Lanesboro, MN, kayak rentals, or canoe trips? Welcome to Root River Outfitters, a trusted, family-owned river outfitter serving Lanesboro and Southeast Minnesota for over 30 years. Located in historic downtown Lanesboro, Minnesota, we offer scenic river tubing, kayak rentals, and canoe trips on the Root River, one of the most popular outdoor recreation destinations in the Midwest. Our 2026 river rental season is expected to begin with kayak and canoe rentals in mid-April (weather permitting), with Root River tubing starting Memorial Day weekend. Opening dates depend on Root River water levels and spring weather, so please check our website for updated river conditions, operating hours, and seasonal announcements before planning your Lanesboro river adventure.
Group River Trips & Experiences
Root River Outfitters offers some of the most popular group river tubing trips, kayak rentals, and canoe adventures in Southeast Minnesota. Our group river trip packages are perfect for a wide range of groups, including high school and college teams, youth groups, nonprofit organizations, corporate team-building outings, church groups, bachelor and bachelorette parties, and large groups of friends or family looking for an unforgettable experience in Lanesboro. Whether you're organizing a team bonding day before the season, a youth group adventure, a corporate outing, or a weekend celebration, floating the scenic Root River is one of the best group activities in Southeast Minnesota.
Below you’ll find details about our group rental packages. Current package details are listed for group tubing trips, but we also offer group kayak rentals and group canoe rentals on the Root River. If your group is interested in kayaking or canoeing instead of tubing, please call or email us to get started.
Kayak and Canoe Packages
Interested in a group kayak or canoe trip? Call or email us to get started.


























