Marinas, Boat Rentals & Charters in Des Moines
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Rod and Rivet
5804 Franklin Ave, Des Moines, IA 50322
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Bagby's Bait and Tackle Lab
805 SE 11th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
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Strac Scuba Shack
3821 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
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Casey's Bait & Tackle
2243 Easton Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50317
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River Bend Bait And Tackle
308 Indianola Rd, Des Moines, IA 50315-1149
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Grays Lake Boat Rental And Concessions
2208 George Flagg Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50321
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Gray's Lake Concession Stand
2101 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321-1157
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Des Moines river water treatment discharge tube and sandbar
3501 Vandalia Rd, Des Moines, IA 50317-1434
Of the 8 marinas, boat rentals & charters listed in Des Moines, 6 give a phone number and 1 has a website. The nearest bigger selection is Clear Lake with 10.
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Iowa statewide, by feature
- Marinas and Harbors in Iowa55
- Tackle and Bait Shops in Iowa51
- Boat Rentals in Iowa24
- Kayak & Canoe Rentals in Iowa16
- Fishing Charters & Clubs in Iowa14
- Boat Storage in Iowa12
- Scuba Diving Centers in Iowa8
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Good to know about marinas, boat rentals & charters in Des Moines
How many marinas, boat rentals & charters are there in Des Moines?
We list 8 marinas, boat rentals & charters in Des Moines with addresses, and 6 of them with a phone number.
What's the surest way to check hours in Des Moines?
Call ahead — 6 of the 8 marinas, boat rentals & charters here list a number. Hours at independent marinas, boat rentals & charters shift with seasons and staffing, so a phone call beats any listing, including ours.
What is a boat slip?
A boat slip is a designated parking space for a vessel in a marina, enclosed on multiple sides by docks. In Des Moines, Iowa, there are 8 marinas offering secure slips, with 6 providing direct phone contact for booking on MarinaAtlas.
How much does it cost to store a boat?
Boat storage costs vary based on vessel length, location, and whether you choose wet slips or indoor dry storage. In Des Moines, Iowa, you can explore 8 storage facilities listed on MarinaAtlas, 6 of which can be reached directly by phone.