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Boat Rentals in Connecticut

22 of the 456 marinas and boating businesses we track in Connecticut have boat rentals. Full listings for every city are on the Connecticut page.

22locations
14cities
456locations statewide

This section lists boat rental companies and marinas that rent boats directly to the public. 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.

Norwalk 4

  1. Sound Sailing Center

    54 Calf Pasture Beach Rd, Norwalk, CT 06855

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  2. Norwalk Sailing School

    50 Calf Pasture Beach Rd, Norwalk, CT 06855

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  3. REX Boating Club Memeber Meetup

    Rex Boating Club, 144 Water St, Norwalk, CT 06854-3140

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  4. A Boat Charter

    48 Calf Pasture Beach Rd, Norwalk, CT 06855

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Stamford 4

  1. Harbor Point Marinas - Stamford Harbor Park Marina

    333 Ludlow St, Stamford, CT 06902

    Transient slipsFuel dock
    Call Website All Stamford

  2. Freedom Boat Club

    181 Harbor Dr, Stamford, CT 06902

    Call Website All Stamford

  3. BoatEasy Charters

    78 Southfield Ave, Stamford, CT 06902

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  4. PowerTime Gold Coast Boat Club

    78 Southfield Ave, Stamford, CT 06902

    Call Website All Stamford

Bridgeport 3

  1. Sailaway Sailing School

    1 Bostwick Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06605

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  2. Carefree Boat Club

    10 E Main St, Bridgeport, CT 06608

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  3. Something Blue Sailing Adventures

    1 Bostwick Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06605-2435

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Brookfield 1

  1. Lakeside Watersports

    227 Candlewood Lake Rd, Brookfield, CT 06804

    Call Website All Brookfield

Clinton 1

  1. CareFree Boat Club

    1 E Main St, Clinton, CT 06413-2018

    Call Website All Clinton

East Haddam 1

  1. Lakeside Dan's

    Launching Area Rd. Upper Moodus Reservoir Boat Launch, East Haddam, CT 06423

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East Hartford 1

  1. Safe Boating Connecticut

    475 E Hartford Blvd N, East Hartford, CT 06118-1156

    Call All East Hartford

East Lyme 1

  1. Niantic Bay Sailing Academy

    8 Shore Rd, East Lyme, CT 06357

    Website All East Lyme

Middlebury 1

  1. Connecticut Boating Certificates

    20 Lakeview Dr, Middlebury, CT 06762

    Call Website All Middlebury

New Haven 1

  1. Quinnipiac River Marina

    309 Front St, New Haven, CT 06513

    Daily 9 AM - 5 PM

    Fuel dockBoat rampService & repairsDry storageBoat rentals
    Call Website All New Haven

New London 1

  1. Sound Charters

    56 Howard St, New London, CT 06320

    Call Website All New London

Old Lyme 1

  1. River Rat Resort

    8 Bank Rd, Old Lyme, CT 06371

    Call All Old Lyme

Waterford 1

  1. Connecticut Charter And Party Boat Association

    20 1st St, Waterford, CT 06385-3103

    Call Website All Waterford

Westbrook 1

  1. Sail CT Access Program

    633 Boston Post Rd, Westbrook, CT 06498-1879

    Call Website All Westbrook
Security deposit required: Most marinas place a credit card authorization hold of $500 to $1,500 at check-in to cover potential propeller or hull damage.

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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 Connecticut, check the 22 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 Connecticut, MarinaAtlas indexes 22 qualified marine operators and survey specialists to assist buyers and insurance companies.