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Riverwalk Kayak Rental

Starting at $35/hr per person

Quick Details

  • Rentals offered daily. Check our locations page for hours
  • One hour minimum of $35/hr per person
  • Additional $8.75 per person charge every 15 minutes after the first hour
  • Prior kayaking experience required at this location
  • 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

RIVERWALK KAYAK RENTALS

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

Our Riverwalk location is a great option for experienced paddlers looking to go it alone.

  • ALL Renters will be given training and watch a safety video upon arrival. 
  • For beginner kayakers partnering with a more experienced friend is an option, as well as taking a lesson.
  • At our Riverwalk location, beginner kayakers are unable to paddle alone without a guide.  

CHICAGO RIVER KAYAK RENTAL PRICING:

  • $35/hour per person (one per single or two per tandem)
  • One hour minimum
  • Prorated after the first hour ($8.75 per 15 minutes per person)

EQUIPMENT AT RIVERWALK LOCATION

  • Single Kayaks: Recreational Sit-in
  • Touring (Members Only)
  • Tandem Kayaks: Recreational Sit-In (seats 2)

IMPORTANT RIVERWALK KAYAK RENTAL INFORMATION

  1. Must be 18 to rent a kayak alone.
  2. Valid driver’s license or ID required in order to rent a kayak.
  3. Reservations and advance payment required.
  4. If skills assessment is failed, partnering with a more experienced friend is an option, as well as taking a lesson, or receiving a refund.
  5. Rental hours may be interrupted due to high traffic or inclement weather.

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