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.
Celina 2
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Northmoor Landing
8500 State Rte 703, Celina, OH 45822
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Windy Point Marina
5275 Windy Point Rd, Celina, OH 45822-8128
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PontoonDude
9481 St. Rt. 708 N, Russells Point, OH 43348
Mon 9am-5pm, Tue 9am-5pm, Wed 9am-5pm, Thu 9am-5pm, Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-4pm, Sun 12pm-4pm
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Spend-A-Day Avalon and Used Boats
457 E Main St, Russells Point, OH 43348-9733
Mon 8am-5pm, Tue-Fri 8:30am-5pm, Sat 8:30am-6pm, Sun 11am-5pm
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Morningstar Marinas | Rivertowne
4601 Kellogg Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45226
Cortland 1
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Mosquito Lake Marina and Boat Rental
1439 Wilson Sharpsville Rd, Cortland, OH 44410
Deerfield 1
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Les's Bait & Marina
10583 Cobb Rd, Deerfield, OH 44411
Freeport 1
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Piedmont Marina
32281 Marina Rd, Freeport, OH 43973
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West Harbor Lagoons
1510 N Buck Rd, Lakeside Marblehead, OH 43440-9626
Lewis Center 1
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Alum Creek Marina
4000 Hollenback Rd, Lewis Center, OH 43035
Mon-Thu 9am-8pm
Logan 1
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Lake Logan Marina
30443 Lake Logan Rd, Logan, OH 43138
Lorain 1
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Copper Kettle Marina
5823 W Erie Ave, Lorain, OH 44053
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Charles Mill Marina
1277 OH-430, Mansfield, OH 44903
Mon-Sun 9am-5pm
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N-E Port Marina
2185 NE Catawba Rd, Port Clinton, OH 43452
Ravenna 1
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West Branch Marina
5678 Marina Dr, Ravenna, OH 44266
Sandusky 1
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Deep Water Marina
803 W Shoreline Dr, Sandusky, OH 44870
Sharonville 1
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Sharon Woods Harbor & Boathouse
4631 E Kemper Rd, Sharonville, OH 45241
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Vermilion Marina
710 Vermilion Rd, Vermilion, OH 44089-1832
Also in Ohio
- Marinas with Transient Slips20
- Boat Ramps18
- Marinas and Facilities with Boat Launches15
- Marinas with Public and Private Boat Launches12
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 Ohio, check the 18 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 Ohio, MarinaAtlas indexes 18 qualified marine operators and survey specialists to assist buyers and insurance companies.