What to do and see in Ohio, United States: The Best Boat Rentals

December 7, 2021 Trinity Boughner

If you are looking for an active place to stay with world-class attractions, Ohio’s major cities can satisfy any vacation desire. Each offers its own distinct flavor of fun, from professional sports – Bengals (Cincinnati), Cavaliers (Cleveland) and Indians (Cleveland again) – to museums, outdoor activities and more. One of the most famous is the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland. If football is your thing, don’t miss the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton. For the science-minded, visit the meat eaters at the Carnivore Conservation Center in the Wilds near Cambridge, dedicated to the breeding and scientific study of endangered mid-sized carnivores. Kids will also love Planet Snoopy in Sandusky or the Columbus Zoo’s Zoombezi Bay Waterpark and Jack’s Landing rides.
Restaurants in Ohio

1. Marietta Adventure Company

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5.0 based on 13 reviews

Marietta Adventure Company

Marietta Adventure Company is your friendly full-service bike and kayak shop: Specialized & Salsa bikes plus over 100 top-quality kayaks in-stock, plus gear to support your bike and kayak adventures. We fix all types of bicycles, offer kayak and bike rentals, and free trip advice. Kayaking, road biking, mountain biking and hiking opportunities abound in the Mid-Ohio Valley. We are not only a full bike and paddle retail store, but also we also offer River & Trail Shuttles, Mountain Biking and Paddling Guide Service, Equipment Rentals and Trip Planning Assistance. Call or email if you'd like to book a trip or stop by 219-B Second St. to check out our kayaks, bikes, and gear. For more information on local rivers and trails as well as shuttle and rental rates, check out our official website. Live A Little!

2. LoCo 'Yaks

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5.0 based on 6 reviews

LoCo 'Yaks

The LoCo 'Yak Shak offers kayak lessons, kayak guided tours, and kayak rentals. Our fleet includes sit in and sit on top singles, sit on top tandem kayaks, and paddle boards. Upon special request, we offer adaptive paddling equipment for those who made need it. Our staff include American Canoe Association (ACA) Certified Coastal Kayak Instructors who have over spent the majority of their on-water time spent exploring Lake Erie's Ohio Coastline & local rivers.

3. Breakaway Excursions

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5.0 based on 48 reviews

Breakaway Excursions

Breakaway Excursions rents kayaks, stand-up paddle boards and fishing boats at LaDue Reservoir and on the Cuyahoga River. We also, teach beginner paddling and self-rescue classes at the lake. We specialize in group outings and will customize paddle and dine experiences for family parties, groups and businesses.

4. Portage Lakes Cruises

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5.0 based on 47 reviews

Portage Lakes Cruises

Pontoon boat tours, customized daily to suit your group or join in public tours on M-W-F. Clean and comfortable 24'boats with friendly and safe captains who share information about the history, wildlife, and local events. Scenic beauty on a chain of seven lakes with refreshments included. Additional breakfast, lunch and dinner options available or stop at lakeside eateries. Season May 1 thru September 30. The Portage Princess, a large tour boat carrying up to 45 people is available for Private tours and parties. Adding in 2018 is Live on the Lakes, with live acoustic music and Karaoke designed for adults - every Thursday departing from The Upper Deck at 6pm.

5. BrewBoat CLE

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5.0 based on 119 reviews

BrewBoat CLE

An incredibly unique experience that’s perfect for bachelor/bachelorette parties, birthdays, wedding parties, date-nights, cycle teams, corporate team-building and more, BrewBoat CLE ferries up to 14 guests at a time aboard our daily cruises on the Cuyahoga River. Be our guest and BYOB your favorite beer or wine, crank your tunes and cycle Cleveland’s picturesque waterfront on a Northeast Ohio sightseeing experience unlike anything else.

6. Portage River Paddling Company

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5.0 based on 11 reviews

Portage River Paddling Company

Portage River Paddling Company is your outdoor water recreation and adventure destination. Located on the scenic Portage River just minutes from downtown Port Clinton, Ohio and Lake Erie. We are just a short drive over the Sandusky Bay from Sandusky, Ohio and Cedar Point. Spend an hour or the day on a kayak, tandem kayak, canoe, stand up paddleboard, or pedal boat. Between 2 locations explore a 20 mile stretch of the Portage River enjoying the abundant wildlife and scenery! Daily river trips!

7. Portage River Paddling Company

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Portage River Paddling Company

Portage River Paddling Company is your outdoor water recreation and adventure destination. Located on the scenic Portage River in downtown Oak Harbor, Ohio and just minutes from Lake Erie. We are just a short drive over the Sandusky Bay from Sandusky, Ohio and Cedar Point. Spend an hour or the day on a kayak, tandem kayak, canoe, stand up paddleboard, or pedal boat exploring 20 miles of the Portage River between two locations. Daily river trips!

8. Kayak the Bay

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4.5 based on 100 reviews

Kayak the Bay

Kayak the Bay, Ltd. has single and double sit-in and sit-on-top kayaks in downtown Put-in-Bay, Ohio in Lake Erie. Gibraltar Island is only a few minutes paddle away with extraordinary limestone cliffs and coves. You can take an easy paddle in the harbor and paddle up to the 3rd tallest national monument, Perry's Monument, or follow the west shore to the Benson Ford (this has been on MTV's Unusual homes)or paddle over to Middle Bass Island and a walk around the old Lonz Winery with the glacial grooves in the back of the property. A paddle east will take you to East Point where you can get a great view of Middle Bass Island and Ballast Island or get out and have a picnic. Pull up and walk the beach Our kayaks are for getting in between the cliffs and rocks-they are very stable. Great for beginners and experienced kayakers. We give instructions on where to go depending on weather and your skill level. We can accommodate large groups and can personalize custom Sunset Tours or any kind of tour with a guide for your group.

9. Put-in-Bay Watercraft Rentals

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4.5 based on 41 reviews

Put-in-Bay Watercraft Rentals

Please do not confuse us with any other jet ski rental. We are the pros. No accidents. No safety violations. Ever! Put-in-Bay Watercraft Rentals, located at the South Bass Island State Park, Ohio, in the same location since 1992. Open everyday of the year weather permitting. Memorial Day through Labor Day 10-6 pm for boat, jet ski, stand-up paddle boards and kayak rentals, sight seeing tours and excursions by a licensed chater captain, Labor Day to Memorial Day. All safety equipment and complete instruction is provided. We show you everything you need to know. Seven minute safety and operation orientation with every rental.

10. River Cruiser Kayaking

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4.5 based on 3 reviews

River Cruiser Kayaking

We are a premier kayak rental service based in Cleveland, Ohio. We provide a unique rental service featuring self guided and guided kayaking tours for the nature lovers in the Northeast Ohio. Featured waterways include the Cuyahoga River, Rocky River and the Ohio Erie Canal in Northeast Ohio. Kayak rentals are offered from Spring through Fall. Come and experience Ohio and the Cleveland area us.

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