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Lakefront Kayak Rental

Starting at $35/hr per person | Single kayaks • Tandem Kayaks (2 person) • Paddleboards

Quick Details

  • M-Thurs Closed
  • Fri 12 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. (off water by 6:45pm)
  • Sat-Sun 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (off water by 6:45pm)
  • One hour minimum of $35/hr per person
  • Additional $8.75 per person charge every 15 minutes after the first hour
  • Reservations required

Single Kayak Ages 18+ or accompanied by an adult
$35
Tandem Kayak Ages 18+ or accompanied by an adult | For 2 People
$70
Paddleboard Ages 18+ or accompanied by an adult | Holds 2 people
$35

CHICAGO LAKEFRONT KAYAK RENTALS AT MONROE HARBOR

Due to Covid-19, advance reservations for Monroe Harbor kayak rentals are required and must be made online.

Our Lakefront location at Monroe Harbor Chicago offers calmer conditions than the river and is a great option for beginners.

CHICAGO KAYAK RENTAL PRICING & HOURS

  • $35/hr per person 
  • One hour minimum, prorated after the first hour ($8.75 per 15 minutes per person)
  • Monday through Friday 12 p.m – 5:30 p.m. (off the water at 7 p.m.)
  • Saturday through Sunday 9 a.m – 5:30 p.m. (off the water at 7 p.m.)

EQUIPMENT AT MONROE HARBOR CHICAGO LAKEFRONT LOCATION

  • Paddleboards
  • Single Kayaks: Sit-on-Top and Recreational Sit-in
  • Tandem Kayaks (2 Person): Sit-on-Top and Recreational Sit-in

IMPORTANT RENTAL INFORMATION

  1. Must be 18 to rent a kayak or paddleboard alone.
  2. Valid driver’s license or ID required in order to rent a kayak.
  3. Prior kayaking experience recommended at this location. Beginner kayakers are strongly encouraged to paddle a tandem kayak with a more experienced partner
  4. Reservations and advance payment required.
  5. Rental hours may be interrupted due to high traffic or inclement weather

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