Watercraft Rentals
Take your summer outdoor experience up a notch by hitting the open water. Three Rivers has watercraft rentals of all types and for all mobility levels.
From kayaks to paddleboards, try one out and see your favorite parks from a new angle.
We have launched a new reservation and registration system to enhance your online experience with a more visual and user-friendly process.
Through our new system, you can continue to:
- Rent equipment
- Register for programs
- Reserve spaces
- Purchase passes
Learn about the new system, including how to access your account, what happens to previously purchased passes and more.
Reservations & Rental Hours
2026 Rental Season
Watercraft rentals are typically available from Memorial Day–Labor Day.
Some locations may offer watercraft rentals before Memorial Day or past Labor Day, weather permitting.
View watercraft rental season dates and hours by location below.
How to Make a Reservation
You can make watercraft reservations online by location up to a week in advance throughout the season.
Reserving online is encouraged to ensure availability. Rentals are also available in-person on a first-come, first-served basis.
2026 Holidays
- Memorial Day: Monday, May 25
- Juneteenth: Friday, June 19
- Independence Day: Saturday, July 4
- Labor Day: Monday, September 7
Reserve a Watercraft by Location
- Baker Park Reserve
Season Dates
- May 23–September 7
Season Hours
- Thursdays, Fridays & Holidays: Noon–6 PM
- Saturdays & Sundays: 11 AM–7 PM
Make a Reservation (Starting May 16)
- Bryant Lake Regional Park
Season Dates
- May 23–September 7
Season Hours
- Daily, 11 AM–7 PM
Make a Reservation (Starting May 16)
- Carver Park Reserve (Lake Auburn Campground)
Season Dates
- May 9–October 18 (weather permitting)
Season Hours
- Saturdays, Sundays & Holidays: Noon–5 PM
Make a Reservation (Starting May 2)
- Cedar Lake Farm Regional Park
Season Dates
- May 23–September 7
Season Hours
- Saturdays, Sundays & Holidays: 11 AM–7 PM
Make a Reservation (Starting May 16)
- Cleary Lake Regional Park
Season Dates
- May 23–September 7
Season Hours
- Daily, 11 AM–7 PM
Make a Reservation (Starting May 16)
- Fish Lake Regional Park
Season Dates
- May 23–September 7
Season Hours
- Daily, 11 AM–7 PM
Make a Reservation (Starting May 16)
- French Regional Park
Season Dates
- May 23–September 7
Season Hours
- Daily, 11 AM–7 PM
Make a Reservation (Starting May 16)
- Gale Woods Farm
Season Dates
- May 23–September 7
Season Hours
- Mondays–Saturdays: 9 AM–4 PM
- Sundays: Noon–4 PM
Make a Reservation (Starting May 16)
- Hyland Lake Park Reserve (Visitor Center)
Season Dates
- May 23–September 7
Season Hours
- Daily, 11 AM–7 PM
Make a Reservation (Starting May 16)
Rental Equipment Policies
- Rental Cancellation Policy
Cancellations must be made at least 12 hours prior to rental time to receive 100% of the rental fee.
No refunds will be provided less than 12 hours prior to rental time.
- Late Return Fee
A $25 late fee is charged for all equipment that is returned late.
Looking for a paddle share station? Learn more about paddle shares.
Rental Types and Rates
Find rates, learn where the rental type is available and make a reservation for the rental type you'd like.
You can make watercraft reservations online by location up to a week in advance.
- Canoes
Rate
$12 plus tax/hour
Rental includes paddles and life jackets.
Reserve a Canoe Online
Baker | Bryant Lake | Carver Park Lake Auburn | Cedar Lake | Cleary Lake | Fish Lake | French | Gale Woods | Hyland Lake | Silverwood
Where to Rent Canoes
Get directions and learn more about parks that rent canoes.
Baker | Bryant Lake | Carver Park Lake Auburn | Cedar Lake | Cleary Lake | Fish Lake | French | Gale Woods | Hyland Lake | Silverwood
- Kayaks
Single Kayaks
Rate
$12 plus tax/hour
Rental includes paddles and life jackets.
Reserve A Single Kayak Online
Baker | Bryant Lake | Carver Park Lake Auburn | Cedar Lake | Cleary Lake | Fish Lake | French | Hyland Lake | Silverwood
Where to Rent Single Kayaks
Get directions and learn more about parks that rent kayaks.
Baker | Bryant Lake | Carver Park Lake Auburn | Cedar Lake | Cleary Lake | Fish Lake | French | Hyland Lake | Silverwood
Double Kayaks
Rate
$18 plus tax/hour
Rental includes paddles and life jackets.
Reserve A Double Kayak Online
Baker | Bryant Lake | Carver Park Lake Auburn | Cleary Lake | Fish Lake | French | Hyland Lake
Where to Rent Double Kayaks
Get directions and learn more about parks that rent double kayaks.
Baker | Bryant Lake | Carver Park Lake Auburn | Cleary Lake | Fish Lake | French | Hyland Lake
- Paddleboats
Rate
$18 plus tax/hour
Rental includes four-seat paddle boat and life jackets.
Reserve A Paddleboat Online
Baker | Bryant Lake | Cleary Lake | French | Hyland Lake
Where to Rent Paddleboats
Get directions and learn more about parks that rent paddleboats.
Baker | Bryant Lake | Cleary Lake | French | Hyland Lake
- Rowboats
Rate
$12 plus tax/hour
Rental includes oars and life jackets.
Reserve a Rowboat Online
Carver Park Lake Auburn | French | Fish Lake
More About Where to Rent Rowboats
Get directions and learn more about parks that rent rowboats.
- Stand-up Paddleboards
Rate
$18 plus tax/hour
Rental includes paddle and life jacket.
Reserve a Stand-up Paddleboard Online
Baker | Bryant Lake | Carver Park Lake Auburn | Cedar Lake | Cleary Lake | Fish Lake | Hyland Lake
Where to Rent Stand-up Paddleboards
Get directions and learn more about parks that rent stand-up paddleboards.
Baker | Bryant Lake | Carver Park Lake Auburn | Cedar Lake | Cleary Lake | Fish Lake | Hyland
Paddle Share Rentals
Rentals are available daily from May–September at paddle share stations located at the following locations:
- Bush Lake
Bush Lake offers an iPaddlePort self-serve paddle equipment rental station, partially funded through a Hennepin County Youth Sports Grant, containing one- and two-person kayaks, stand-up paddleboards and the appropriate paddles and life jackets.
Reserve paddling equipment through iPaddlePort’s website or via their phone app.
- Mississippi Gateway Regional Park
Rent a kayak to use on the Mississippi River! The Mississippi River Paddle Share Program has partnered with Three Rivers to offer kayak rentals to experienced paddlers.
Put-in stations are located in the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area at Mississippi Gateway Regional Park and River Park (in partnership with Brooklyn Park).
- Silverwood Park
Rent a single kayak or canoe from the equipment-sharing station in Silverwood Park in St. Anthony.
- Twin Lakes Boat Access
Rent a tandem kayak, single kayak or stand-up paddleboard from an equipment-sharing station at Twin Lakes Boat Access in Robbinsdale.
Note: A $100 late fee is charged for abandoning equipment or failure to return equipment.
Watercraft Rules
- A person 16 years or older is required in each watercraft.
- Lifejackets must be worn at all times.
- Remain on watercraft; no jumping or diving allowed.
- A person ages 8 to 15 may rent a single kayak or stand-up paddleboard if accompanied by a parent or guardian age 16 or older in an adjacent boat (maximum four single kayaks or stand-up paddleboards per adult).
- Pets are not allowed on rental watercraft.
Small watercraft racks designed to hold canoes, sailboards and kayaks are available to rent, as are a limited number of sailboat slips.
Rent Other Equipment at Three Rivers
Check out all the great rental equipment offered at Three Rivers Parks!
