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Northwest Outdoor Center
High Quality Kayak Rentals, Equipment and Instruction Since 1981
Lake Union | Seattle
Seattle's On The Water Kayak Shop
Winter Hours
11-5 Wednesday-Sunday
Closed For the Holidays: December 22nd - January 9th
Closed Monday-Tuesday
Last rental leaves at 3:00pm​
Kayak and Paddleboard Rentals on Lake Union in Seattle
Rental Rates

Open year round for rentals weather permitting
Last rental leaves 90 minutes before sunset
Rentals | 90 minutes | Hourly rate after |
|---|---|---|
Single Kayak | $36 | $24 |
Double Kayak | $46 | $32 |
Triple Kayak | $54 | $36 |
Paddleboard (SUP) | $38 | $24 |
All rentals include 90 minutes on the water, with additional time pro-rated every 5 minutes at the hourly rate.​
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Only need basic skills such as how to stop. We can help teach you!
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Launch right from our docks on the lake
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Free reservations available-call ahead if you want to paddle at a specific time
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The Cascadia Marine Trail and Lakes to Locks Water Trail are local treasures. Click the link for an interactive map of the sites along the trail.
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