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.
Gardiner 5
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Flying Pig Adventures Yellowstone Whitewater Rafting
511 Scott St W, Gardiner, MT 59030
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Yellowstone Raft Company
206 Park St, Gardiner, MT 59030
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Wild West Rafting
202 Main St, Gardiner, MT 59030-7738
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Montana Whitewater Rafting and Yellowstone Zipline Tours
603 Scott St W, Gardiner, MT 59030-7774
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River Source Rafting
965 US Highway 89 S, Gardiner, MT 59030
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Absaroka River Adventures
113 W Grove St, Absarokee, MT 59001
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Adventure Whitewater
Jeffreys Landing, Hwy 78, Absarokee, MT 59001
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Adventure Whitewater
1 N Stillwater Rd, Absarokee, MT 59001
Alberton 3
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Adventure Missoula
39 Juniper Ln, Alberton, MT 59820
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Montana River Guides
138 Big Bend Ln, Alberton, MT 59820
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Zoo Town Surfers
5077 Old Hwy 10 W, Alberton, MT 59820
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Great Northern Whitewater Rafting
12127 US-2 suite a, West Glacier, MT 59936
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Glacier Raft Company
106 Going-to-the-Sun Rd, West Glacier, MT 59936
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Wild River Adventures
11900 US-2, West Glacier, MT 59936
Billings 2
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Sunshine Sports
304 Moore Ln, Billings, MT 59101
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Riverwerx
2490 Gabel Rd, Billings, MT 59102-7309
Darby 2
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Bitterroot Rafting
Darby, MT
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Neff's Whitewater Customs
3615 US Highway 93, Darby, MT 59829
Superior 2
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Wiley E. Waters Whitewater Rafting
201 William Lloyd Lane, Superior, MT 59872
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Pangaea River Rafting | Missoula Whitewater Rafting
11111 Mullan Rd E, Superior, MT 59872
Big Sky 1
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Geyser Whitewater Expeditions
46651 Gallatin Rd, Big Sky, MT 59730
Bozeman 1
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Madison River Tubing
3505 Laramie Dr, Bozeman, MT 59718-2004
Browning 1
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Backcountry Packraft Rentals
475 US-89, Browning, MT 59417
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Cloud 9 River Rentals
350 US-2, Columbia Falls, MT 59912
Ennis 1
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Bfo Big Sky
38 Mountain Vw Rd Unit 6, Ennis, MT 59729
Fort Benton 1
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Missouri River Outfitters
1856 State Hwy 387, Fort Benton, MT 59442
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Montana Whitewater Rafting & Zipline
63960 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway, MT 59730
Glasgow 1
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Montana Paddle Co, LLC
411 Klein Ave, Glasgow, MT 59230
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Northern Lights Rivers Lakes & Oceans - Kalispell
2593 US Highway 2 E, Kalispell, MT 59901-9507
Lakeside 1
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Sea Me Paddle
7220 U.S. 93 S #3, Lakeside, MT 59922
Lolo 1
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Hughes River Expeditions, Inc
6400 Caras Ln, Lolo, MT 59847
Missoula 1
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10,000 Waves Raft & Kayak Adventures
802 W Spruce St, Missoula, MT 59802
Polson 1
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Flathead Raft Company
50362 US-93, Polson, MT 59860
Somers 1
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Paddle Board Outfitters
5327 US-93, Somers, MT 59932
Thompson Falls 1
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Thompson Falls Pedal and Paddle
101 Fulton St S, Thompson Falls, MT 59873-9345
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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 Montana, check the 35 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 Montana, MarinaAtlas indexes 35 qualified marine operators and survey specialists to assist buyers and insurance companies.