Paddle Into Fall on Bayou Dorcheat — Saturday, October 18

Grab your kayak, canoe, or pirogue and join us for a crisp autumn morning on the water! This year’s Fall Paddle on Bayou Dorcheat is an out-and-back route starting and finishing at the Webster Parish Public Boat Launch (Hwy 164). The direction (north or south) will be chosen the morning of the event based on wind/current conditions with guidance from the Bayou Chapter of the Ozark Society (BCOS).

📍Launch & Finish: Sibley Boat Launch, Hwy 164 (Webster Parish Public Boat Launch)

📏Distance/Pace: Target 4–6 miles total; communal turn-around at approx. 60–90 minutes so beginners and families can scale at a comfortable pace.

🧭Route: Out-and-back on Bayou Dorcheat (no shuttle). Direction chosen day-of.

Post-Paddle Fun: After the paddle, stick around at the boat launch for a fish fry and live music — the perfect ending to a morning on the bayou!

✨Make it a getaway: Bayou Dorcheat is just 27 miles east of Shreveport and 72 miles west of Monroe — perfect for a day trip or a weekend escape! https://www.visitwebster.net/stay/

Schedule

• Registration: 8:00–8:45 AM
• Safety Briefing (BCOS): 8:45 AM
• Paddles in the Water: 9:00 AM
• On-Water Sweep Begins: 10:30 AM (returning toward Sibley)
• Facilities & Finish: Port-a-potties at boat launch. Food, music, and vendors from 11:30 AM–1:00 PM.

Kayak Rentals
Don’t have your own boat? No problem!

• Pleasure Point Bayou Dorcheat Rentals — Reserve in advance and pick up on-site at Sibley.  https://www.facebook.com/dorcheatbayourentals/
  Phone: (318) 245-4809
• Ouachita Paddle & Provisions — Pick up and return in Monroe.  https://www.facebook.com/p/Ouachita-Paddle-and-Provisions-61566950678260/
  Phone: (318) 732-9533

Reserve early to lock in your spot.