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.
-
Northeast Rafting
2981 US Rte 201, West Forks, ME 04985-5046
-
Three Rivers Whitewater
2265 US Rte 201, West Forks, ME 04985-3407
-
Crab Apple Whitewater Inc - Maine
3 Lake Moxie Rd, West Forks, ME 04985
-
Moxie Outdoor Adventures
1609 US Rte 201, West Forks, ME 04985-3401
-
Northern Outdoors - Katahdin Adventure Base Camp
5 Fredericka's Way, Millinocket, ME 04462
-
Maine Rafting Expeditions
973 Central St, Millinocket, ME 04462
-
Penobscot River Tubing
3969 Golden Rd, Millinocket, ME 04462
Allagash 2
-
Allagash Outfitters
1070 Allagash Rd, Allagash, ME 04774
-
Allagash Wildlife Sporting Camps
1037 Allagash Rd, Allagash, ME 04774
-
Coastal Kayaking Tours Inc
48 Cottage St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
-
Acadia Park Kayak Tours
99 Bridge St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Bethel 2
-
Maine River Runners
66 Mayville Rd, Bethel, ME 04217-4401
-
Bethel Outdoor Adventure Office
121 Mayville Rd, Bethel, ME 04217
Bingham 2
-
North Country Rivers
36 Main St, Bingham, ME 04920-4103
-
Maine Whitewater
36 Main St, Bingham, ME 04920
Caratunk 2
-
Adventure Bound
1094 US-201, Caratunk, ME 04925
-
Bullfrog Adventures
B#65 745, US-201, Caratunk, ME 04925
-
Moosehead Area Rentals
15 Moosehead Lake Rd, Greenville, ME 04441-3029
-
Northeast Whitewater
142 Moosehead Lake Rd, Greenville, ME 04441
-
Stonington Paddle
37 Seabreeze Ave, Stonington, ME 04681
-
Sea Kayak Stonington
Merchant Row Building, 9 Thurlows Hill Rd, Stonington, ME 04681
Augusta 1
-
Maine Interactive
2580 N Belfast Ave, Augusta, ME 04330
Blue Hill 1
-
The Activity Shop
139 Mines Rd, Blue Hill, ME 04614
-
Tidal Transit Kayak Co
18 Granary Way, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538-1866
Bremen 1
-
Midcoast Kayak
Muscongus Rd, Bremen, ME 04551
Bristol 1
-
Maine Kayak Rental Shop
20 Colonial Pemaquid Dr, Bristol, ME 04554
-
River Run Campground & Canoe Rental
191 Denmark Rd, Brownfield, ME 04010
-
Seaspray Kayaking And Paddle Maine
209 Pleasant St, Brunswick, ME 04011-2233
Castine 1
-
Castine Kayak Adventures
17 Sea St, Castine, ME 04421
-
Midcoast Kayak
47 Main St, Damariscotta, ME 04543
Dresden 1
-
James Eddy Smelt Camp Rental
49 James Eddy Rd, Dresden, ME 04342
East Machias 1
-
Loon Cove Paddle Adventures
127 Kennedy Blvd, East Machias, ME 04630
-
Pinniped Kayak
61 Toashuh Way, Ellsworth, ME 04605
Franklin 1
-
Water's Edge Canoe & Kayak Rentals
226 W Franklin Rd, Franklin, ME 04634-3034
Freeport 1
-
L.L.Bean Flying Point Paddling Center
14 Marietta Ln, Freeport, ME 04033
Fryeburg 1
-
Saco River Canoe & Kayak
1009 Main St, Fryeburg, ME 04037
Hampden 1
-
Skyline Maine Adventures & Kayak Rentals
100 Marina Rd, Hampden, ME 04444
-
Casco Bay Kayak
123, Harpswell, ME 04079
Houlton 1
-
Riversbend Paddle Co
431 Bangor St, Houlton, ME 04730
-
Coastal Maine Outdoors
8 Western Ave, Kennebunk, ME 04043-7756
-
Ducktrap Kayak
2175 Atlantic Hwy, Lincolnville, ME 04849-5306
Machias 1
-
Sunrise Canoe and Kayak
168 Main St, Machias, ME 04654
Monroe 1
-
Water Walker Sea Kayak, LLC
730 W Main St, Monroe, ME 04951
-
National Park Canoe & Kayak Rental
145 Pretty Marsh Rd, Mt Desert, ME 04660
-
Maine Kayak
113 Huddle Rd, New Harbor, ME 04554-4513
-
Allagash Guide Inc
292 River Rd, Norridgewock, ME 04957
Northport 1
-
Don Pedro's Kayak and Water Rentals
1300 Atlantic Hwy, Northport, ME 04849
-
H2Outfitters
1894 Harpswell Islands Rd, Orr's Island, ME 04066
Perry 1
-
Perry Outdoors of Maine
1144 US RT 1 S River Rd, Perry, ME 04667
-
Abkenoc Guiding and Adventure Learning
132 Captain John Parker Rd, Phippsburg, ME 04562
Portland 1
-
Maine Island Kayak Co
Boathouse Wy, Portland, ME 04108
Presque Isle 1
-
Perception Of Aroostook
9 Caribou Rd, Presque Isle, ME 04769
Raymond 1
-
Sebago Trails Paddling Company
1311 Roosevelt Trail, Raymond, ME 04071
-
Webb & Sons Rentals
187 Winthrop Rd, Readfield, ME 04355
Rockland 1
-
Breakwater Kayak Co., LLC
69 Mechanic St, Rockland, ME 04841
-
Salty Dog Rentals
8 Sawyer St, Scarborough, ME 04074
Sherman 1
-
Two Rivers Canoe & Tackle
98 Main St, Sherman, ME 04776
Shirley Mills 1
-
Northeast Whitewater Rafting & Moose Tours
155 Greenville Rd, Shirley Mills, ME 04485-4409
-
Ring's Marine Service
22 Smelt Brook Rd, South Freeport, ME 04078
WESTON 1
-
Canoe the Wild
588 US ROUTE 1, WESTON, ME 04424
Wells 1
-
World Within Sea Kayaking
17 Post Rd, Wells, ME 04090
-
Sea Schoodic Kayak & Bike
8 Duck Pond Rd, Winter Harbor, ME 04693
-
Wiscasset Trading Post
754 Bath Rd, Wiscasset, ME 04578-4825
Also in Maine
- Marinas and Harbors151
- Fishing Charters & Clubs125
- Boat Tours & Charters90
- Tackle and Bait Shops59
- Boat Rentals55
- Boat Storage30
- Ferries & Water Taxis29
- Boat Ramps18
- Surf Shops & Schools17
- Marinas with Transient Slips14
- Marinas and Facilities with Boat Launches6
- Marinas with Public and Private Boat Launches5
- Scuba Diving Centers5
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 Maine, check the 63 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 Maine, MarinaAtlas indexes 63 qualified marine operators and survey specialists to assist buyers and insurance companies.