Paddling
  • Kayak Launch Sites in the North and South Rivers
  • NSRWA Trip Guidelines
  • NSRWA Canoe and Kayak Guide (1997)
  • North River Tides
  • Kayak and canoe rental
  • Kayak Purchasing Guide
Boating
Walking
Nature Watching
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Invertebrates
  • Plants
  • Shellfish

Boating on the North and South Rivers

Below is a partial listing of marinas, boat builders, and retailers found on the North and South Rivers.

Crawford Boatbuilding P.O. Box 486 Humarock, MA 02047 781-837-3666. Roger Crawford, NSRWA Board Member and president of Crawford Boatbuilding, beautifully handcrafts Melonseed Skiffs at his shop on the South River. The Melonseed is an extraordinarily beautiful reproduction of a nineteenth century American workboat, that is now one of the premier boats in the daysailor category. Every fall the NSRWA hosts a Melonseed Regatta on the North River.

James Landing Marina James Landing, PO Box 192, Greenbush, MA 02040 Phone: 781-545-3000

Kings Landing Marina off 123 in Norwell (small launch fee). Norwell, MA. Phone: 781-659-7273

Mary's Boat Livery on the south end of the Route 3A bridge in Marshfield (small launch fee).

North River Marine on the north end of the Route 3A bridge in Scituate (small launch fee). P.O. Box 129, Humarock, MA 02047 Phone: 781-545-7811

River Rides and Historic River Tours by Gretchen North and South River rides starting at the Bridgwaye Inn in Humarock. Three and one half hour historic tour.

North River Charters Enjoy a memorable nautical afternoon; picnicking, swimming, and touring the local coast. Captained by USCG Master, Rick Railsback, DARSHAN is a classic, 26 foot Brownell bassboat with ample space for up to 6 people to lounge comfortably. 10% of proceeds are donated to NSRWA. For reservations and more information, please call 781-834-7425.

South River Yacht Yard Marshfield Ave, Humarock MA 02047 Phone: 781-834-8110