You can find a few different watersport rental companies on the shores of central Alberta’s lakes – no matter your definition of watersports.
You can rent crafts with more speed, or boats meant for paddling for a slower day on the lake.
Sunsport Rentals Sylvan Lake
Speed things up a bit this summer at Sylvan with Sunsport. They offer a wide range of rentals, both fast and slow, including speed boats, pontoon boats, seadoos, paddle boats and boards, and kayaks. Details
When: 7 days a week in summer
Where: Sunsport Recreation – 5100 Lakeshore Dr, Sylvan Lake
How much: $30-$259 per hour
Pigeon Lake Boat Rentals
Pigeon Lake Boat Rentals offer thrilling water adventures in a variety of ways and are just a short drive from Edmonton or Red Deer. You can explore on jet skis, motorboats, canoes, kayaks, and inflatables. Details
When: summer 2022
Where: 5610 Lake Dr, Mulhurst
How much: $20-$80 per hour
Wabamun Marina
Wabamun Marina gives you a variety of options for water fun and sports: the pontoons are perfect for larger groups or families, and the speed boats can be used to tow tubes, water skiers, or wake boarders. Along with the big boats, the Marina can also supply you with a canoe, kayak, fishing boat, or paddle boat. Details
When:
Where: 4800 50 St, Wabamun
How much: $25-$249 per hour
Kumbaya Boat Rentals – Pick your Location!
You can take your watersport adventures to any river or lake where it is permitted with the help of Kumbaya Boat Rentals in south Edmonton. You can stop here on your way, or before you leave for the lake, and hitch a motorboat to your vehicle. These rentals can be used for thrills and exploration, fishing, or towing skiers/tubers. Details
When: June 3-September 30
Where: pick up on McAllister Way SW, Edmonton
How much: $745-$997 per day (weekend and weekly available)
Telford Lake in Leduc
Leduc’s Telford Lake is a quiet and enjoyable place for slower watersports. You can enjoy a canoe or kayak trip around the small lake, which also makes an exceptional learning environment for paddle boarders. The Leduc Boat Club can lend you a canoe, a kayak, or a stand-up paddle board for use in Telford Lake. Details
When: May 24-September
Where: 4801 44 Street, Leduc
How much: SUP rental $30/hour
Exploring Elk Island & Astotin Lake
Haskin Canoe Rentals are on the shores of Elk Island’s Astotin Lake and can help you explore the lake, its islands, and the wildlife you might spot on the shores. Haskin can supply you with a canoe, kayak, tandem kayak, or SUP. Details
When: May 21-September 30
Where: map directions for Haskin Canoe, Astotin Lake, Elk Island National Park
How much: contact for adventure and tour pricing
Rentals – $20-$60 per hour