Boat rentals in Chicago, Illinois
17 boat rentals around Chicago, 11 with prices from the operators' own sites (from $20). Open a listing to see its menu, then request a time. No phone tag.
What boat rentals are actually like
Your own boat for the day. Load the cooler, find a sandbar, and let everyone take a turn at the wheel.
- Check in at the marina and complete the boating checklist with staff.
- A walkthrough covers the controls, the chart, the no-wake zones, and where to anchor.
- Cruise out. Pontoons are wide and steady, so kids and grandparents are comfortable.
- Anchor, swim, snack, repeat. Return before your slot ends and fuel up if required.
Bring: Cooler with water and food, Sunscreen, hats, towels, A speaker, Boater card if your state requires it. Good for: Families, mixed-age groups, and birthdays that need room to spread out.
Questions
How many boat rentals are there in Chicago?
Outset lists 17 boat rentals around Chicago, including places in Chicago, Antioch and La Porte. 16 of them have photos.
How much do boat rentals cost in Chicago?
11 of the 17 operators publish prices on their own site. Starting prices run from $20 to $750. The full menu is on each listing.
How long do boat rentals in Chicago take?
Listed durations include 2 hours, 30 min and 1.5 to 2 hours, as stated on the operators' own sites.
Which boat rentals in Chicago have the most reviews?
Chicago Boat Company (4.9 stars, 1,897 reviews), Port of Blarney Marina & RV Park (4.3 stars, 1,042 reviews) and Dor Sea Tours (5.0 stars, 418 reviews). Review counts are from public listings.
Do the listings show opening hours?
7 of the 17 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 The rest do not publish them on Outset yet.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.