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.
Alton 4
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Eleven Point Canoe Rental/Hufstedlers Canoe Rental
33200 US 160 , Alton, MO 65606
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Hufstedler's Canoe
E Highway 160, Alton, MO 65606
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Hufstedler's Canoe Rental
33200 US 160, Alton, MO 65606
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Jeffloats
559 Co Rd 111, Alton, MO 65606
Eminence 4
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Windy's Canoe Rentals
18791 Main St, Eminence, MO 65466
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Carr's Canoe Rental
32511 MO-19, Eminence, MO 65466
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Harvey's Alley Springs Canoe Rental
13863 State Highway 106, Eminence, MO 65466-6462
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Two Rivers Canoe Rental
21575 State Hwy V, Eminence, MO 65466
Galena 3
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James River Canoe Rental
12 Old Miller Rd, Galena, MO 65656
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Y Bridge Canoe & Outfitter
309 Elm St, Galena, MO 65656
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Y Bridge Canoe Rental
Elm St #309, Galena, MO 65656
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GloRides Paddle Tours & Rentals
68 Bentree Ln, Indian Point, MO 65616-7205
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Waterside Carts
2601 Indian Point Rd, Indian Point, MO 65616
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Jake's Point
1154 Tablerock Cir, Indian Point, MO 65616
Salem 3
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Akers Ferry Canoe Rental
36869 State Hwy K, Salem, MO 65560
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Current River Canoe Rental
31104 County Rd EE-356, Salem, MO 65560
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Akers Ferry Canoe Rental
90 HC 81, Salem, MO 65560
Branson 2
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Kayak Branson
5439 Historic Hwy 165, Branson, MO 65616
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Buffalo River Outfitters
9664 Hwy 65, Branson, MO 72675
St Louis 2
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Big Muddy Adventures at the Boathouse
6101 Government Dr #1347, St Louis, MO 63110
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Gladon Outdoors
1350 S Kingshighway Blvd, St Louis, MO 63110
Annapolis 1
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Jeff's Canoe Rental
17276 Highway K, Annapolis, MO 63620-7966
Brumley 1
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Backwoods Rental and Bait LLC
4 Mangrove Rd, Brumley, MO 65017
De Soto 1
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Missouri Park Adventures
13041 State Highway 104, De Soto, MO 63020-7000
Doniphan 1
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KC's On the Current
River Dr, Doniphan, MO 63935
Dora 1
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Pettit's Canoe Rental, LLC
County Road 354, KK Highway, Dora, MO 65637
Eldridge 1
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Mountain Creek Family Resort and Canoe Rental LLC
11564 Kinfolk Rd, Eldridge, MO 65463
Eureka 1
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Twin Rivers Canoe Rentals
8004 Twin River Rd, Eureka, MO 63025
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White River Kayaking & Outdoors
187 1st St, Hollister, MO 65672-5202
Jadwin 1
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Jadwin Canoe Rental
8754 State Hwy K, Jadwin, MO 65501
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Lunar Phase Adventures, LLC
13000 SE Raytown Rd, Kansas City, MO 64149
Lebanon 1
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Floaters On The Niangua
30651 Marigold Dr, Lebanon, MO 65536-6958
Louisiana 1
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White Horse Drafting & Design
333 N 30th St, Louisiana, MO 63353
Marionville 1
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Bill's Kayak Adventure
20107 Lawrence 1247, Marionville, MO 65705
New Haven 1
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Paddle Stop
1100 Miller St, New Haven, MO 63068
Noel 1
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Elk River Floats & Wayside Campground
201 Minnow Springs Ave, Noel, MO 64854
Piedmont 1
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Black River Floats
5 Industrial Dr, Piedmont, MO 63957-9411
Pineville 1
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Sugar Creek Kayak Bass Fishing Guide & Shuttle
Pineville, MO
Rocheport 1
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Mighty Mo Canoe Rental
101 Lewis St, Rocheport, MO 65279-9340
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Northland Outdoor Adventures
18422 Collins Rd, Smithville, MO 64089-8233
St Clair 1
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Old Cove Canoe and Kayak
1316 Old Cove Rd, St Clair, MO 63077
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Eclipz Lake Branch
2910 SW Lakefront Ln S, St Joseph, MO 64504
St Robert 1
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Lay Z Day Canoes and Camping
23455 Teak Ln, St Robert, MO 65584-3259
Steelville 1
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Meramec River Resort
2356 Bass Rd, Steelville, MO 65565
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Super Dave’s Paddle Craft Adventures
1028 Deer Valley Rd, Sunrise Beach, MO 65079-7204
Trimble 1
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BigFoote Outfitters Kayaks and Bait Shop
5184 SW State Hwy O, Trimble, MO 64492
Tunas 1
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Majestic Views Floats
1610 MO-64, Tunas, MO 65764
Warsaw 1
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Warsaw Adventures
Warsaw, MO
Windyville 1
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Steele River Kayaks & Boards
1617 State Hwy K, Windyville, MO 65783
Also in Missouri
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- Boat Storage51
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- Boat Tours & Charters17
- Marinas and Facilities with Boat Launches14
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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 Missouri, check the 49 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 Missouri, MarinaAtlas indexes 49 qualified marine operators and survey specialists to assist buyers and insurance companies.