Rental spots differ by whether they offer flatwater paddling or river trips with shuttle service, as well as the types of watercraft available, such as single, tandem, or sit-on-top kayaks. Some locations include paddles, life jackets, and dry bags in the base rate, while others charge extra or require advance reservations for weekend launches. A map pin shows where the launch site is, but it does not tell you if the location caters to self-guided beginners or experienced paddlers tackling moving water.
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Canyon Explorations
675 W Clay Ave, Flagstaff, AZ 86001
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Ceiba Adventures
3051 N Fanning Dr, Flagstaff, AZ 86004
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Canyon REO
1619 N East St, Flagstaff, AZ 86004
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Canyoneers Inc
7195 N US-89, Flagstaff, AZ 86004-1175
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Grand Canyon River Outfitters
119 E Terrace Ave A, Flagstaff, AZ 86001
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Grand Canyon Whitewater
1000 N Humphreys St #202, Flagstaff, AZ 86001
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Rivers & Oceans, Adventure Travel & Grand Canyon Rafting
123 S San Francisco St Ste 16, Flagstaff, AZ 86001-7607
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Outdoors Unlimited River Trips
6900 Townsend Winona Rd, Flagstaff, AZ 86004-1495
Mesa 5
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Az Kayaks
1035 N Ellsworth Rd Ste 107, Mesa, AZ 85207-5144
Mon–Fri 8am–3pm, Sat 7am–4pm, Sun 7am–4pm
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Salt River Tubing
9200 N Bush Hwy, Mesa, AZ 85215
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Kho Sỉ Thanh Lý 20
5025 E McKellips Rd, Mesa, AZ 85215-2533
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Schwan's Contract Drafting
963 E Kael St, Mesa, AZ 85203
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Redline Rentals and Sales
6343 E Main St A17, Mesa, AZ 85205
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Southwest Outfitters
159 Paseo del Sol, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403-4636
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Parker Paddle Rental
55 Lake Havasu Ave, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
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Desert Fix
1624 McCulloch Blvd N, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
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Lakeside Kayak Rental
146 N Lake Havasu Ave, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
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Lake Powell Paddleboards and Kayaks
836 Vista Ave, Page, AZ 86040
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Wilderness River Adventures
199 Kaibab Rd, Page, AZ 86040
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Wazsupkayaks Lake Powell
916 Vista Ave STE 1, Page, AZ 86040
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Kayak Lake Powell
910 Coppermine Rd, Page, AZ 86040
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Arizona Rafting
7360 E Acoma Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
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Arizona Rafting
7360 E Acoma Dr #4, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
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Mild To Wild Rafting & Jeep Trail Tours
4400 N Scottsdale Rd Ste 734, Scottsdale, AZ 85251-3331
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Clarkdale Kayak Co.
900 Main St, Clarkdale, AZ 86324
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Sedona Adventure Tours
551 N Main St, Clarkdale, AZ 86324
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Verde Adventures
1034 N Main St, Cottonwood, AZ 86326
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AZ Legend Adventures Kayak Fishing & Private Kayak only tours
675 Dead Horse Ranch Rd, Cottonwood, AZ 86326
Peoria 2
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Go Paddle AZ
Pleasant Harbor Marina, 8708 W Harbor Blvd, Peoria, AZ 85383
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Go Paddle Az
8708 W Harbor Blvd, Peoria, AZ 85383-9726
Tempe 2
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Northshore WaterSport Rentals
555 N College Ave #1030, Tempe, AZ 85288
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Riverbound Sports Paddle Company
1425 E University Dr Ste B-102, Tempe, AZ 85288
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Salt River Rafting
Highway 60, Whiteriver, AZ 85941
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Salt River Rafting - Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Tours
Primitive Rd, Whiteriver, AZ 85941
Williams 2
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Bucks Outdoor and Feed
419 N Grand Canyon Blvd, Williams, AZ 86046
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Williams AZ Kayak Rentals
419 N Grand Canyon Blvd, Williams, AZ 86046
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Yak N Sup Az
16802 E Apache Trl, Apache Junction, AZ 85119
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Desert River Outfitters
2472 S Miracle Mile, Bullhead City, AZ 86442-7310
Fredonia 1
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Western River Expeditions
575 N Main St, Fredonia, AZ 86022
Payson 1
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Rim Country Kayak and Tube Rentals
410 W Main St, Payson, AZ 85541-5886
Phoenix 1
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Arizona River Runners
15211 N Cave Creek Rd Ste a, Phoenix, AZ 85032
Prescott 1
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Prescott Outdoors
3101 Watson Lk Rd, Prescott, AZ 86301
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AZ Paddles
21776 E Estrella Rd, Queen Creek, AZ 85142-4106
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Paddle Cove
20808 Bartlett Dam Rd, Rio Verde, AZ 85263
Sedona 1
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Sedona Adventures
204 N State Route 89A, Sedona, AZ 86336-4220
Show Low 1
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J&T's Wild-Life Outdoors
1500 Fools Hollow Rd, Show Low, AZ 85901
Winslow 1
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Clear Creek Rentals
406 W Second St, Winslow, AZ 86047-3409
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Good to know
What equipment is typically included with a kayak or canoe rental?
Most operators include the watercraft, paddles, and personal flotation devices (PFDs) for every passenger as part of the standard rental fee. Some businesses also provide dry bags or safety whistles, but you should bring your own sun protection, water, and quick-drying clothing.
Do I need prior paddling experience to rent a kayak?
Flatwater rentals on lakes or quiet bays generally do not require prior experience, and staff usually provide a brief safety orientation before launch. Guided trips or river runs with rapids may recommend or require basic paddling skills, so check age and experience guidelines before booking.
How much does a typical kayak or canoe rental cost?
Hourly rentals on flatwater typically range from $15 to $30 per hour for a single kayak, while double kayaks and canoes cost slightly more. Half-day or full-day river trips with shuttle service often cost between $40 and $80 per person.
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 Arizona, check the 47 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 Arizona, MarinaAtlas indexes 47 qualified marine operators and survey specialists to assist buyers and insurance companies.