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Kayak rentals in Austin, Texas

4 kayak rentals around Austin, 3 with prices from the operators' own sites (from $15). Open a listing to see its menu, then request a time. No phone tag.

Son's Island
Son's IslandSeguin, TX
From $29.99★ 4.5 (1,280)
Austin Rowing Dock
Austin Rowing DockAustin, TX
From $20
Shanty Tubes
Shanty TubesCanyon Lake, TX
From $15
Texas Rowing Center
Texas Rowing CenterAustin, TX
Price on request★ 4.6 (668)

What kayak rentals are actually like

Glassy water, mangrove tunnels or a quiet lake, and the feeling of moving under your own power.

  1. Check in at the launch and get fitted with a life jacket and paddle.
  2. A short lesson covers the grip, the forward stroke, and turning.
  3. Paddle out. Guided tours follow a route with wildlife stops. Rentals give you a map and a return time.
  4. Come back to the launch. Rinse off, and you're done.

Bring: Clothes that can get wet, Water shoes or sandals with a strap, Sunscreen and a hat, Dry bag for your phone. Good for: First-timers, families with kids 8 and up, and anyone who wants nature at a slow pace.

Questions

How many kayak rentals are there in Austin?

Outset lists 4 kayak rentals around Austin, including places in Austin, Seguin and Canyon Lake. 4 of them have photos.

How much do kayak rentals cost in Austin?

3 of the 4 operators publish prices on their own site. Starting prices run from $15 to $29.99. The full menu is on each listing.

How long do kayak rentals in Austin take?

The listed duration is 1.5 to 3 hours, as stated on the operator's own site.

Which kayak rentals in Austin have the most reviews?

Son's Island (4.5 stars, 1,280 reviews) and Texas Rowing Center (4.6 stars, 668 reviews). Review counts are from public listings.

Do the listings show opening hours?

2 of the 4 show hours copied from the operator's website. The rest do not publish them on Outset yet.

Where does this information come from?

From each operator's own website and public listings, one source per fact. Operators can claim their page on Outset and correct anything.

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