This section lists marinas and waterfront facilities that operate an active boat rental fleet directly on site. Available vessels typically range from 18-foot fishing skiffs and 24-foot pontoon boats to personal watercraft and ski boats. Before booking, confirm whether fuel is included in the rental price, check state boating license regulations, and verify daily departure schedules.
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Caribe Marina
28101 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach, AL 36561
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Flora-Bama Marina & Watersports
29603 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach, AL 36561
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Happy Harbor Marina & Dry Storage
27212 Marina Rd, Orange Beach, AL 36561
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Hudson Marina
4575 S Wilson Blvd, Orange Beach, AL 36561-4359
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Safe Harbor Sportsman
27844 Canal Rd, Orange Beach, AL 36561
Mon 7am-5am, Tue 7am-5am, Wed 7am-5am, Thu 7am-5am, Fri 7am-5am, Sat 7am-5am, Sun 7am-5am
Cropwell 2
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Coosa Island Marina
1080 Coosa Island Rd, Cropwell, AL 35054
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River's Edge Marina
75 Rabbit Branch Cir, Cropwell, AL 35054-3000
Jasper 2
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Duncan Bridge Marina
55 Marina Dr, Jasper, AL 35541
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat-Sun 8am-7pm
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Poor House Branch Marina at Smith Lake
6175 Curry Hwy, Jasper, AL 35503
Shelby 2
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Lacoosa Marina
150 Lake Shore Dr, Shelby, AL 35143
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Trident Marine Lay Lake
16229 Highway 42, Shelby, AL 35143-7181
Arley 1
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Duncan Bridge Marina
55 Marina Dr, Arley, AL 35541
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat-Sun 8am-7pm
Athens 1
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Lucy’s BARge
6049 Bay Village Dr, Athens, AL 35611
Centre 1
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Bay Springs Country Inn and Marina
145 County Road 379, Centre, AL 35960-6916
Mon-Sat 6am-9pm, Sun 1pm-9pm
Columbiana 1
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Paradise Point Marina and RV Resort
231 Paradise Point Dr, Columbiana, AL 35051
Wed-Thu 9am-5pm, Fri-Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 11am-4pm
Cottondale 1
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Hide-A-Way Harbor Marina
12420 Hide Away Ln, Cottondale, AL 35453
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 8am-2pm, Sun 1am-6am
Cullman 1
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Smith Lake Marina-The Gateway to Lewis Smith Lake
175 Co Rd 312, Cullman, AL 35057
Eclectic 1
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Anchor Bay Marina
2001 Castaway Island Rd, Eclectic, AL 36024
Tue-Sun 8am-5pm
Eufaula 1
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Chewalla Creek Marina LLC
580 Chewalla Rd, Eufaula, AL 36027
Florence 1
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Florence Harbor Marina
1050 Clayborn Liles Dr, Florence, AL 35630
Grant 1
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Sunrise Marina
28571 US-431, Grant, AL 35747
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Val Monte Marina
7001 Val Monte Dr, Guntersville, AL 35976
Lanett 1
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Southern Harbor Marina
1133 Co Rd 294, Lanett, AL 36863
Wed-Thu 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 9am-5pm
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Dalton at Wedowee Marine South
9681 AL-48, Lineville, AL 36266, United States, Lineville, AL 36266
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Steenson Hollow Marina
700 Tennessee River Dr, Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
Rogersville 1
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Joe Wheeler State Park Marina
4601 McLean Dr, Rogersville, AL 35652
Verbena 1
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Graces Marina
15396 County Road 59, Verbena, AL 36091-3404
Also in Alabama
- Boat Ramps16
- Marinas and Facilities with Boat Launches15
- Marinas with Public and Private Boat Launches14
- Marinas with Transient Slips6
Good to know
Do I need a boating license to rent a boat at a marina?
Requirements depend on state laws, but most US states require drivers born after a specific cutoff date to hold a NASBLA-approved safety certificate. Marinas frequently administer a 15-minute temporary online or printed course for $10 to $15 prior to departure. Drivers must be at least 21 or 25 years old and present a valid photo ID.
How much does it cost to rent a pontoon or powerboat?
Half-day rentals (4 hours) typically range from $250 to $500, while full-day rentals (8 hours) run between $400 and $900 depending on location and vessel size. Fuel is usually charged separately at marina pump prices upon return, adding $40 to $120 to the total bill. Peak summer weekends often require full-day minimum bookings.
What equipment is included with a boat rental?
Rental rates include US Coast Guard-required safety gear, such as adult life jackets, throwable cushions, fire extinguishers, and anchors. Renters must bring properly fitted life jackets for children under 13, as marina stock in youth sizes is limited. Watersports gear like towable tubes or wakeboards can be rented separately for $30 to $75 per day.
How to shrink wrap a boat?
To shrink wrap a boat, cover support structures with protective padding, lay the shrink film across the hull, heat-shrink it with a heat gun, and add ventilation ports. For large vessels or professional weatherproofing in Alabama, check the 27 marine service providers cataloged on MarinaAtlas.
What is a marine survey?
A marine survey is a detailed inspection of a boat's hull, mechanical systems, and overall condition conducted by a certified surveyor. Across Alabama, MarinaAtlas indexes 27 qualified marine operators and survey specialists to assist buyers and insurance companies.