Seattle Tours & Rentals FAQ

• Weather-appropriate clothing for your paddle.
• Sun protection (sun hat, sun screen, sunglasses).
• Full water bottle and snacks- there is nowhere to purchase food or beverages on-site.
• Footwear that you don’t mind getting wet.
• We have dry bags available free for use with every rental.

Yes! We highly recommend you book in advance to ensure availability.

We can accommodate walk-ups as our availability allows. Once you arrive, please follow the instructions to find and book your rental directly from your phone using our QR codes on site.

You should plan to arrive early for your rental. Allow extra time to find parking, particularly on sunny summer weekends. If you are unable to complete waivers before arrival, plan to arrive early enough to do this before you check in. Once these are complete we will get you out on the water quickly!

We ask all guests to return promptly at their designated return time as their boat may be reserved for another guest. We price additional hours low to encourage you to book your reservation for longer periods of fun on the water.

Your reservation is for a specific time period and will need to conclude at the designated time. If you are late arriving, ask our team if it would be possible to extend your rental before heading on the water.

Occasional light rainstorms are a part of the PNW. Many paddlers enjoy the sound of gentle showers on the water. While we may stop rentals in a heavy downpour, our main concern is wind. If winds top 15-18mph we may suspend rentals until conditions improves. We will also cease activity if lightning is observed.

Our rentals are for use on site during business hours. For overnight rentals check out https://www.rei.com/rentals

You don’t need to be an expert in order to enjoy a day on Lake Washington. Our fleet includes items for the novice paddler to feel stable and safe on their first foray into kayaking or paddleboarding.

Here is a link to all classes and events that take place in the Seattle area. Check out some of our intro to SUP and kayak classes for expert instruction before renting on your own.

By Bellevue City code, Dogs are not permitted in beach areas at Enatai Beach or Meydenbauer Bay parks from June 1 to Sept 15 but are allowed on our craft. If you are bringing your dog, we ask that you supply your own dog PFD and carry your dog while we launch your boat on the water.

When you arrive to pick up your rental, ask a member of our team for a map of suggested routes complete with paddle distances. Ask about their favorite spots, they have a lot of experience on the water!

First, before you head out, encourage everyone to complete their waiver online. This can take a long time by phone on the beach and is the most common cause of delays. On busy weekends parking at both our sites can be limited, so encourage everyone to carpool, walk, or bike. In any case, plan to arrive early- we will launch you early if everything is ready to go!

King County monitors water quality at both locations. Occasionally, environmental conditions contribute to increased levels of bacteria or other organic risks that lead the County to restrict swimming at a location. If swimming is restricted, we will still rent kayaks but will pause stand-up paddleboard rentals. Please consult the King County website for updates on water quality before visiting.

If you have a paddleboard reservation for this date, your reservation will be canceled and your credit card will be refunded for the amount paid.