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.
Moab 9
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Get Outside Together
625 Riversands Rd, Moab, UT 84532
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Sheri Griffith River Expeditions
2231 S Hwy 191, Moab, UT 84532
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Tex's Riverways
691 N 500 W, Moab, UT 84532
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Paddle Moab
44 W 200 N, Moab, UT 84532
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World Wide River Expeditions
625 Riversands Rd, Moab, UT 84532
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Moab Rafting
745 Kane Creek Blvd, Moab, UT 84532
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Moab Rivertrippers & Jeep Tours
97 S Main St, Moab, UT 84532
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Way To Moab
160 E 100 S, Moab, UT 84532
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Way To Moab
543 N Main St, Moab, UT 84532-2128
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Holiday River Expeditions
544 E 3900 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84107-1802
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Colorado River & Trail Expeditions
5058 S Commerce Dr, Salt Lake City, UT 84107-4708
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Western River Expeditions
7258 S Racquet Club Dr, Salt Lake City, UT 84121
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Fast Design
722 W Paxton Ave, Salt Lake City, UT 84104
Vernal 4
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Dinosaur River Expeditions
2279 N Vernal Ave, Vernal, UT 84078
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OARS Dinosaur
221 N 400 E, Vernal, UT 84078
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ARTA River Trips
3441 4000 E St, Vernal, UT 84078
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River Runners Transport
417 E Main St, Vernal, UT 84078-2609
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Dig Paddlesports LLC
472 North 5300 W, Hurricane, UT 84737
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Dig Paddlesports Llc
472 N 5300 W, Hurricane, UT 84737-2902
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Wild and Free Adventure Rentals
344 N 90 E, Hurricane, UT 84737
Provo 3
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High Country Adventure
3702 E Provo Canyon Rd, Provo, UT 84604
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High Country Rafting
3362 E Provo Canyon Rd, Provo, UT 84604
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Pk Kayaks
1725 S State St, Provo, UT 84606-6426
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Colorado River & Trail Expeditions
255 1000 N, Green River, UT 84525
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Holiday River Expeditions
2075 E Main St, Green River, UT 84525
Kanab 2
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Grand Canyon Expeditions
641 US-89, Kanab, UT 84741
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Alltournative Adventure
116 S 100 E, Kanab, UT 84741-3615
Ogden 2
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Ogden City's Kayak Park
473-525 Exchange Rd, Ogden, UT 84401
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Pineview Adventure Rentals
435 Ogden Cyn, Ogden, UT 84401-0956
Orem 2
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Tour West River Rafting
506 N 900 E, Orem, UT 84097-6016
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Pro Rafting Tours
1145 S 800 E Ste 101, Orem, UT 84097
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Paddle Board, Kayak, and Canoe Rentals Utah
292 S Main St, Springville, UT 84663
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Paddle Wagon Rentals
571 N 200 E St, Springville, UT 84663
Bluff 1
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Wild River Expeditions
101 Main Street, Bluff, UT 84512
Eden 1
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HayLu Rentals
2860 N Hwy 162, Eden, UT 84310
Hyrum 1
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Hyrum Watersport Rentals
125 E 400 S, Hyrum, UT 84319
Jensen 1
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Adrift Dinosaur
9500 E 6000 S, Jensen, UT 84035
Layton 1
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Rapid Progression Kayak School
2105 N Fort Ln Ste 4, Layton, UT 84041
Lehi 1
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Yippee Kayak Utah
2279 W 1235 S, Lehi, UT 84043
Logan 1
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Bad Apple Eddy Outfitters
770 W 200 N, Logan, UT 84321
Mantua 1
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Skeeter's Kayak and Paddleboard Rentals
36 N Main St, Mantua, UT 84324
Marysvale 1
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Always Rafting & Kayaking
2540 W Deer Creek Rd, Marysvale, UT 84750
Morgan 1
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Park City Rafting
1245 Taggart Ln, Morgan, UT 84050
Oakley 1
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Oakley Rentals
5192 UT-32, Oakley, UT 84055
Riverdale 1
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Riverdale Kayak Park
4331 Riverwalk Dr, Riverdale, UT 84405
Sevier 1
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Big Rock Adventure
4565 US-89, Sevier, UT 84766
Trenton 1
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Rad-board Rentals
620 E 1600 S, Trenton, UT 84338
Virgin 1
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Zion Tubing
725 UT-9, Virgin, UT 84779
Wanship 1
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Wakerack - Greater Salt Lake
2246 S State Road 32, Wanship, UT 84017-9747
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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 Utah, 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 Utah, MarinaAtlas indexes 49 qualified marine operators and survey specialists to assist buyers and insurance companies.