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Cottonwood Kayak Fishing on the Verde River 6 hr

TourTruth score 7.0 out of 10

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1 review · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Sedona
  • 6 hrs
  • Updated November 1, 2026

Paddle and fish the Verde River from Cottonwood with a licensed guide, provided gear, and access to quieter stretches.

About this tour

Trade the usual river view for a fishing kayak on the Verde. Based in Cottonwood, this full-day outing takes you down the North Verde River with a licensed professional fishing guide who knows the local bends, honey holes, and quieter private stretches that see less fishing pressure.

Set out with a kayak, life vest, fishing poles, tackle, and water bottles provided. Along the way, your guide can point out where fish are biting and help you make the most of the river’s varied turns. The experience lasts 360 minutes, giving you time to paddle, cast, and enjoy the landscape at an unhurried pace.

Meet at 1093 Bates Road in Cottonwood, arrive changed and ready, and use the restroom before setting off. A nonresident fishing license costs $20.00 and is not included. Choose this Cottonwood kayak fishing trip for a guided day on the Verde, with local knowledge and fishing gear ready for your river adventure.

Highlights

  • Cast a line along the Verde River with a licensed fishing guide
  • Paddle through quiet stretches and lesser-fished private river runs
  • Fish local honey holes with kayak and fishing gear provided

What's included

Included

  • Kayak
  • Life vest
  • Fishing gear
  • Fishing poles
  • Tackle
  • Water bottles

Not included

  • Nonresident fishing license: $20.00

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Important information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Meet at 1093 Bates Rd., Cottonwood, AZ 86326; take the second left after turning onto Bates Road
  • Arrive changed and ready to go; use the restroom before departure
  • If arriving before 8:45 a.m., your guide may not be there yet

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