Beginner SUP Class – Learn to Paddle with Confidence!

Take your first strokes with an ACA-certified pro in this two-hour beginner-friendly class. Learn safety, board handling, balance, and self-rescue on stable boards in calm, protected water. $85 includes instruction & gear. Small class size for personalized coaching. Sign up today!

The future is NOW for our tidal slough, a Gold Rush-era “saltwater highway.” On this gentle guided paddle, explore its past, be part of its revival, and meet the individuals and organizations who are reclaiming the river. See their work firsthand and experience the lasting benefits for all, on “Petaluma’s Longest Park”.

The Petaluma River is 13 miles long from Basin to Bay, but we’ll be paddling about two miles total. Journey through time and be part of the story.

Take your paddling skills out for a spin and connect with fellow SUP lovers! This relaxed, 60-minute group paddle is perfect for anyone who’s completed our Intro to SUP class (or equivalent) and can paddle forward, stop, turn, and back. We provide the board, PFD, and instructor tips to keep you gliding smoothly — you bring your smile and good vibes.

Celebrate the longest day of the year with a twilight paddle through Petaluma’s central basin. The light lingers, the tide is high, and the city feels golden. Welcome summer on the water—it's where the magic is.

Rent your favorite boat, board or water bike from The Floathouse’s extensive fleet: canoes, pedal and paddle kayaks, rowboats, water bikes, stand up paddle boards, stand up pedal boards… Get out on the river and play!

Looking for a unique outdoor adventure in Sonoma County? Whether you're a local or visiting, The Floathouse offers the perfect boating experience right in downtown Petaluma. No experience necessary! Just join in this magical upstream paddle, riding the tide past historic Gold Rush-era buildings before gliding into serene wetlands filled with willows, bulrushes, and soaring herons. AND—-sometimes box turtles too!

The future is NOW for our tidal slough, a Gold Rush-era “saltwater highway.” On this gentle guided paddle, explore its past, be part of its revival, and meet the individuals and organizations who are reclaiming the river. See their work firsthand and experience the lasting benefits for all, on “Petaluma’s Longest Park”.

The Petaluma River is 13 miles long from Basin to Bay, but we’ll be paddling about two miles total. Journey through time and be part of the story.

Take your stand-up paddleboarding to the next level with our Intermediate SUP Class at The Floathouse! Glide along the tranquil Petaluma River as you refine technique, improve efficiency, and master advanced maneuvers. With expert instruction and stable TAHE Fit solid boards (11' long, 34" wide), you'll gain confidence in stroke power, turning skills, and water navigation. Small class size (max 5 students) ensures personalized coaching.

$95/person – all equipment included. Book now and elevate your SUP experience!

Celebrate the season of change at The Floathouse with a peaceful Fall Equinox SUP Yoga Flow, guided by Miki Romo and her gentle soul. Connect with nature’s rhythms. Everyone is welcome—no experience necessary. Come flow with us. $45/person includes everything, even an anchor to hold your board in place while you float and flow through your morning.

TYP members, book with TYP, please, for your members’ discount.

Beginner SUP Class – Learn to Paddle with Confidence!

Take your first strokes with an ACA-certified pro in this two-hour beginner-friendly class. Learn safety, board handling, balance, and self-rescue on stable boards in calm, protected water. $85 includes instruction & gear. Small class size for personalized coaching. Sign up today!

Take your paddling skills out for a spin and connect with fellow SUP lovers! This relaxed, 90-minute group paddle is perfect for anyone who’s completed our Intro to SUP class (or equivalent) and can paddle forward, stop, turn, and back. We provide the board, PFD, and instructor tips to keep you gliding smoothly — you bring your smile and good vibes.

Join us on this Harvest Moon Paddle and let’s be like her: rise early and shine brightly! Connect, reflect, and enjoy the beauty of our local natural waterway, Petaluma’s Longest Park (the Petaluma River). Together, we’ll paddle through the downtown basin, and beyond the bridges that signal the gateways to our historic city. We’ll commune with the moon, and with one another. And we’ll be home in time for nosh and drink at our many downtown eateries! Get outside and adventure with The Floathouse Crew!

There is no better way to embrace the magic of the harvest moon. Float, flow, sink into repose on your board as your inestimable guide, Miki Romo, plays crystal bowls and more, by the light of the moon and in the gentle embrace of the river. $45/person includes everything. Amazing sound, peace, flow, and time in Nature!

TYP members, book with TYP, please, for your members’ discount.

Beginner SUP Class – Learn to Paddle with Confidence!

Take your first strokes with an ACA-certified pro in this two-hour beginner-friendly class. Learn safety, board handling, balance, and self-rescue on stable boards in calm, protected water. $85 includes instruction & gear. Small class size for personalized coaching. Sign up today!

Looking for a unique outdoor adventure in Sonoma County? Whether you're a local or visiting, The Floathouse offers the perfect boating experience right in downtown Petaluma. No experience necessary! Just join in this magical upstream paddle, riding the tide past historic Gold Rush-era buildings before gliding into serene wetlands filled with willows, bulrushes, and soaring herons. AND—-sometimes box turtles too!

As autumn settles in and the days grow shorter, we’re closing out our Sunset Series with one last golden-hour paddle—an evening designed for slowing down, soaking it in, and saying goodbye to summer in style.

Harvest Glow invites you to embrace the crispness of fall from the best seat in town: your favorite boat, board, or water bike. The river reflects the changing season with a warm, peaceful glow, and the turning basin offers a serene escape just steps from downtown.

Paddle through history with the Petalumans of Yesteryear! This guided kayak tour led by the dedicated history buffs of this local nonprofit brings the past to life with storytelling and appearances by costumed folks from Petaluma’s past, all along the Petaluma River. No experience needed!

The future is NOW for our tidal slough, a Gold Rush-era “saltwater highway.” On this gentle guided paddle, explore its past, be part of its revival, and meet the individuals and organizations who are reclaiming the river. See their work firsthand and experience the lasting benefits for all, on “Petaluma’s Longest Park”.

The Petaluma River is 13 miles long from Basin to Bay, but we’ll be paddling about two miles total. Journey through time and be part of the story.

Go with the flow. Ride the tide. Find the vibe. This two-hour, six-mile downriver run on the Petaluma River takes you out of the everyday and into a natural nirvana; the wetlands are vast, the tide is going out, and, if you choose, a sauna and cold plunge await you at your destination, Lakeville Landing Marina / Sundrop Sauna. Nothing is better than getting out in nature on a people-powered boat! (Hobie pedal kayak).

The future is NOW for our tidal slough, a Gold Rush-era “saltwater highway.” On this gentle guided paddle, explore its past, be part of its revival, and meet the individuals and organizations who are reclaiming the river. See their work firsthand and experience the lasting benefits for all, on “Petaluma’s Longest Park”.

The Petaluma River is 13 miles long from Basin to Bay, but we’ll be paddling about two miles total. Journey through time and be part of the story.

Get ready for a ghoulishly good time at the annual Witches & Wizards on The Water! Join us on the river for a festive community Trick-or-Treat Water Trail where riverside businesses and organizations will be offering a range of spooky surprises along the waterway. Dress in your best costume and see if you can win one of the unique prizes in our Costume Contest. Whether you bring your own boat or rent one of ours, it's the perfect chance to embrace the supernatural season and enjoy a thrilling day on the slough.

Beginner SUP Class – Learn to Paddle with Confidence!

Take your first strokes with an ACA-certified pro in this two-hour beginner-friendly class. Learn safety, board handling, balance, and self-rescue on stable boards in calm, protected water. $85 includes instruction & gear. Small class size for personalized coaching. Sign up today!

Take your stand-up paddleboarding to the next level with our Intermediate SUP Class at The Floathouse! Glide along the tranquil Petaluma River as you refine technique, improve efficiency, and master advanced maneuvers. With expert instruction and stable TAHE Fit solid boards (11' long, 34" wide), you'll gain confidence in stroke power, turning skills, and water navigation. Small class size (max 5 students) ensures personalized coaching.

$95/person – all equipment included. Book now and elevate your SUP experience!

When the nights get longer, we need more time outside, not less! Come play on the river at night with us on this Full Beaver Moon Paddle, when we consider Petaluma’s Longest Park, the Petaluma River, in all its glory. Here for us, the river is part of our environment, and one that holds us throughout the year. Come out on the water and see for yourself! After the paddle, enjoy 15% off at TAPS, and/or check out some of Petaluma’s other downtown eateries. They’re just steps from The Floathouse!

Looking for a unique outdoor adventure in Sonoma County? Whether you're a local or visiting, The Floathouse offers the perfect boating experience right in downtown Petaluma. No experience necessary! Just join in this magical upstream paddle, riding the tide past historic Gold Rush-era buildings before gliding into serene wetlands filled with willows, bulrushes, and soaring herons. AND—-sometimes box turtles too!

The future is NOW for our tidal slough, a Gold Rush-era “saltwater highway.” On this gentle guided paddle, explore its past, be part of its revival, and meet the individuals and organizations who are reclaiming the river. See their work firsthand and experience the lasting benefits for all, on “Petaluma’s Longest Park”.

The Petaluma River is 13 miles long from Basin to Bay, but we’ll be paddling about two miles total. Journey through time and be part of the story.

The future is NOW for our tidal slough, a Gold Rush-era “saltwater highway.” On this gentle guided paddle, explore its past, be part of its revival, and meet the individuals and organizations who are reclaiming the river. See their work firsthand and experience the lasting benefits for all, on “Petaluma’s Longest Park”.

The Petaluma River is 13 miles long from Basin to Bay, but we’ll be paddling about two miles total. Journey through time and be part of the story.

It’s nearly the end of the year, but that doesn’t mean we’ll be going inside. On the contrary, we invite you to come play on the Petaluma River at night, and enjoy the Full Cold Moon Paddle with your friends, family and The Floathouse Petaluma Crew! Get dressed, get ready to be awed, and get outside and play with us! Hobie pedal kayaks will be used, to keep you warm and dry, and keep you moving!

Looking for a unique outdoor adventure in Sonoma County? Whether you're a local or visiting, The Floathouse offers an unforgettable boating experience right in the heart of downtown Petaluma. On Saturday, December 6th, ride an 8.1-foot tide on a magical upstream paddle—this special tide opens up the river in all its glory.

Float past historic Gold Rush-era buildings, then glide into serene wetlands, surrounded by willows, bulrushes, and soaring herons. The combination of this massive tide and the winter season creates an awe-inspiring natural landscape, with box turtles, seasonal waterfalls, and more waiting to be discovered. This is a rare opportunity to explore Petaluma’s natural paradise, right in the center of town.

No experience is necessary—just bring your sense of wonder and get ready to float through one of Petaluma’s best-kept secrets.