There are plenty of water sport opportunities in California, and renting a boat and hitting the Pacific or a beautiful lake just might be the best way to enjoy it. Whether you’re looking for a small boat to row or a superyacht to sail from the coast to Catalina, you can find boat rentals for all budgets and needs. Check out some of the best boat rentals in the state!
Paradise Marina has a variety of boats for rent so that you can enjoy all the twists and turns of the California Delta. Spend time aboard a houseboat, with all the comforts of home. Or opt for a small speedboat to zip around and enjoy the scenery. You’ll find a variety of boat rentals available to meet your needs and abilities.
At Bass Lake Boat Rentals, you can find a variety of different kinds of boats to rent. Wakeboards to tow water skis, tubes and other fun are a popular way to enjoy Bass Lake and the rentals come with a free lesson on how to maneuver the boat. There are also fishing boats, kayaks and more.
For over 30 years, Disney’s Boat Rentals has been helping people with all their boating needs. Take the family and spend the day on the water. Each rental comes with personalized attention and instructions on how to use safety equipment.
H2O Craft Rentals are on the way to many of the lakes in the Tahoe area so that you can stop by and bring a boat along. They provide boats for lounging, fishing or watersports so that however you like to enjoy time on the water, you can do it for a reasonable rate.
Boat Rentals of America has several locations to rent from along the California Coast, including Newport Beach, Oceanside, and Long Beach. You can take out a power boat to ride through the harbor or choose a more powerful one to head into the ocean. You’ll also find a variety of cruisers, fishing boats and more that are nice ways to have a family outing.
San Diego’s Seaforth Boat Rentals offer sailboats, powerboats and yacht charters if you have a group and don’t want to be stuck behind the wheel. The company has four locations and also offers tours so that you can make your way along the coast at sunset or explore a special area with a capable guide.
If you enjoy kayaking, or want to find out if you do, California Canoe & Kayak has rentals available in both Oakland and Sacramento. You can also take a kayak out on a fishing expedition, with the help of a guide or take a class to learn to fish yourself.
Santa Barbara Sailing offers captains, or you can captain yourself and join the beautiful sailboats that can be spotted just off the coast of California. SB Sailing has a variety of small sailboats to 50-foot boats, depending on your needs and abilities. They also have reciprocal offers, should you happen to be a member of sailing club.
For the ultimate boat rental experience, charter a yacht from Le Grand Bleu in Santa Barbara. From a four-hour tour to spending a weekend on the yacht in the coastal islands, you can enjoy the luxury of a yacht as well as the fun of kayaks and tubes that come with the boat.
Tahoe is fun year-round and in the summer months that includes renting a boat to enjoy the picturesque lake. Tahoe Sports offers party boats for large crowds as well as speedboats and smaller water craft so that you can get a taste of the lake and even go parasailing.