Our Story

A women-owned outdoor adventure company in Spartanburg, SC.

Two women smiling and holding Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs in front of a sign that says 'Welcome to Cliffton Historic Mill Village, Home of Clifton Park and Beach' on a grassy area.
A selfie of two smiling women wearing gray and blue shirts with a vintage view logo on their hats. They are outdoors in a wooded area with a sign for Paolet River Summer Fun and a photo of people kayaking in the water in the background.
Two women taking a selfie outdoors in front of a stage with a band playing, under a white canopy. One woman wears sunglasses and a red cap with 'Power Up' logo, and the other a gray and black cap with 'Vintage View' logo. Behind them, a banner reads 'Paddle the PACELOT' and there are vehicles parked on a gravel lot.

We Started with a Kayak and a Dream.

Vintage View Adventures started with a kayak, a van, and a belief that Upstate South Carolina deserved a better day outside.

As two former summer camp professionals we fell in love with the Pacolet River and knew the rest of Spartanburg needed to experience it too. We started small - weekend kayak trips out of Clifton, SC, just the two of us and a stretch of river we believed in.

Four summers later Vintage View Adventures is 16 acres on the Pacolet River - river tubing, kayaking, private Riverside Lounges, special events, and a community of guests from across Upstate SC who keep coming back summer after summer.

We are a women-owned business proudly rooted in Spartanburg. We care about this river, this community, and the idea that the outdoors should feel welcoming to everyone - no experience required, no judgment, no special gear needed. Just show up!

What We Stand For:

Welcoming

We believe everyone deserves to enjoy the outdoors - regardless of skill level, background, or identity. Vintage View Adventures is committed to being an inclusive and welcoming space for all guests on the Pacolet River in Spartanburg, SC.

Community

We are rooted in Spartanburg and proud of it. We buy from local businesses, partner with local organizations, and reinvest in the community around us. When you spend a day with us, your money stays where our heart is.

Sustainability

We use durable, sustainable materials and practice Leave No Trace principles throughout our property. We want the Pacolet River and the land around it to be just as beautiful for the next generation as it is for this one.

Rejuvenation

Sometimes you just need a day outside. The Pacolet River near Spartanburg is our reset button — and we built Vintage View Adventures, so it can be yours too. No agenda. No screens. Just the river.

Every Vintage View Adventures staff member is trained in Basic Water Safety through the American Red Cross and Paddle Sports Safety through the American Canoe Association - plus in-depth on-site river training right here on the Pacolet River in Spartanburg.

Most of our team also holds current certifications in Lifeguarding, First Aid, and CPR.

We take the fun seriously. We take the safety even more seriously!

A group of people in colorful inner tubes floating on a river on a sunny day, with a bridge and green trees in the background.

Our Staff Certifications

Hear From Our Adventurers:

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Ready to adventure?