The Geelong Canoe Club sits on the Barwon River at Marnockvale Road, Newtown, in an old converted soap factory on the traditional country of the Wadawurrung People.

River access is provided via a timber deck adjacent to the club's facilities, though the river platform and landings themselves are managed by the Corangamite Catchment Management Authority rather than the club.

The stretch of river here offers sheltered paddling in varying conditions, with straights immediately downstream, in front of the club, and upstream of Shannon Avenue Bridge each facing different directions.

Paddlers should be aware of power boat activity and any river access restrictions, particularly on weekends and public holidays.