Chart your own adventure through Tonawanda’s scenic waterways
Join us under the Gateway Harbor Bridge in Tonawanda for recreational kayak, paddle board, and hydrobike rentals… + a pontoon boat for parties!
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Waterbikes
$15 / hour
Singles Only
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Kayaks
$15 / 1 hour or $25 / 2 hour
Limited doubles available for $25 / 1 hour
First come, first serve -
Paddle Boards
$15 / 1 hour
Singles Only
First come, first serve -
Pontoon Boat
Reservations required
Please see details below
Cruise the Erie Canal on our Pontoon Boat
3 hour rentals only, $225 ($75 / hour)
🚤 24 foot pontoon boat
👥 Seats 10 passengers
🍻 Food and drink welcome
🎶 Bluetooth compatible sound system
⛽️ Tax and refueling included
🪪 Free NY State Boaters Safety Course required by primary boat operator. Card or phone image is acceptable for proof of completion.
⚓️ To protect you and the boat, we limit operation to the beautiful Erie Barge Canal. No operation in the Niagara River is permitted.
💳 A $50 deposit via credit card is required at reservation time. This is fully refundable if the reservation is canceled within 48 hours of the scheduled date.
💵 A $500 day-of cash deposit is required, refundable upon return (barring any damages).
⏰ We ask that your party arrives 15 minutes ahead of your reservation for a comprehensive boat operation demo. Late arrivals will be billed from their original start time to original return time.
⛈️ Management reserves the right to postpone or cancel reservation due to inclement weather. Appropriate refunds will apply.
Click here to make a reservation.
Location
We are located at 11 Young Street in Tonawanda, NY, directly under the Gateway Harbor Bridge.
Parking is available around the Tonawanda Pavillion, which sits just above our dock, next to Walgreens.
FAQs
Where are you located?
We are located at 11 Young Street in Tonawanda, NY, directly under the Gateway Harbor Bridge. Please see the map above.
Can I reserve kayaks or waterbikes?
Kayaks, waterbikes, and paddle boards are rented on a first come, first serve basis. We have a vast inventory, so if ever a wait, we promise it will be short!
Are life jackets provided?
Yes. Life jackets will be provided for all. Ages 11 and under are required to wear the jacket while on the water.
Is there a minimum age requirement?
So long as you’re able to hold a paddle in a kayak or reach the pedals of a waterbike, all ages are welcome! We find that the sweet spot is typically 6-8 years of age and have boats of all sizes to accommodate.
Can I bring my little ones with me?
Absolutely! Small children are welcome to accompany an adult in a kayak or sit on the side pontoon of a waterbike.
How stable are each of the apparatuses? Am I likely to fall in the water?
Both the kayaks and waterbikes are very stable. You are not likely to fall in the water (though on a hot day, we welcome swimming!). We do warn that the stand up paddle boards require a bit of balance, but we find it’s typically a fun challenge that’s easily mastered.
Will I have any trouble getting into a kayak?
We offer a state of the art kayak launch that makes getting in and out of the water smooth and easy.
Can I launch my own kayak from your dock?
Absolutely! Bonus points if you bring along some friends looking to rent 😉
Do you accept credit cards?
We do! Though we encourage bringing cash, as a 5% fee will be applied to all credit card charges.
How many pontoon boats do you have? How early in advance do I need to reserve?
We offer a single pontoon boat for rent. That said, we recommend reserving early! It goes without saying, but weekends and holidays typically book up the fastest.
When do you open and close for the season?
It depends on how quickly the warm weather comes and goes (feel free to call for real-time updates!). While we don’t have hard dates, you can count on us being open Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend.
What are your daily hours while in season?
Every day — weather permitting — from 10:30am-8pm. Last rents go out at 7pm.