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Madison Boats

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Rent Your Boat

The City of Madison is an isthmus meaning there is a lake with in minutes of wherever you are. And with Madison boats you are minutes from being out on the water enjoying these wonderful oases. Explore the natural Lake Wingra with the protected shorelines and lack of motor boats. This is the perfect place for the family to jump into nature. The best view of Downtown Madison is a fifteen minute kayak paddle from Brittingham Boats. And Marshall Boats gives you both incredible paddling through Pheasant Branch conservancy or bring a group and tour Lake Mendota on one of our high end pontoon boats.

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Unwind from city life and reconnect with nature through Madison Boats. Explore 10 stunning paddle destinations, featuring three on Lake Wingra, three on Lake Mendota, and four on Lake Mendota. What are you waiting for? Experience the tranquility of Madison's waterways right in your own backyard.

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Brittingham Boat Rentals

Visit Brittingham Boats and see the beauty of Madison the way it was designed to be seen - from the water. Our protected location on Monona Bay makes it easy for beginners and avid paddlers to get out. Within minutes you can be exploring Wingra Creek or floating infront of the Monona Terrace. Special events including group paddles and Burgers on the Bay make this a Madison must!

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Marshall Boat Rentals

Marshall Boats is your launching point to exploring Lake Mendota. WIth large pontoon boats, single and tandem kayaks, paddle boards and fishing boats we are here to help you enjoy Madison’s largest lake. Visit our favorite paddle destinations like Spring Harbor Beach, or check out the views of Downtown Madison, including the Memorial Union, from a pontoon!

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Wingra Boat Rentals

Escape into nature at Wingra Boats. Located right downtown, Lake Wingra is nestled between the UW Arboretum and two parks making this an ideal lake for paddlesports like SUP, kayaking, and canoeing. Boating an incredible population of panfish and muskies, the smallest of Madison’s Lakes has a big reputation for incredible fishing.

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The Edgewater

Experience lake life at its best. Enjoy two hour or five hour captained pontoon excursions in which we take care of everything. WIth a carefully curated catering menu of food and beverages we make it easy for you to host and relax. Open to both The Edgewater guests and the public.

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Pricing

SUP’s – (Max Capacity: 275lbs.)

  • First Hour: $16
  • Additional Hours: $12

Kid SUP’s – (Max Capacity: Up to 100lbs.)

  • First Hour: $10
  • Additional Hours: $10

2-4 Person SUP’s – (Max Capacity: 600lbs.)

  • First Hour: $30
  • Additional Hours: $20

4-8 Person SUP’s – (Max Capacity: 1,000lbs.)

  • First Hour: $40
  • Additional Hours: $30

Kayaks – (Max Capacity: 350lbs.)

  • First Hour: $16
  • Additional Hours: $12

Tandem Kayaks – (Max Capacity: 500lbs.)

  • First Hour: $22
  • Additional Hours: $15

On-Top Kayaks – (Max Capacity: 275lbs.)

  • First Hour: $16
  • Additional Hours: $12

On-Top Tandem Kayaks – (Max Capacity: 500lbs.)

  • First Hour: $22
  • Additional Hours: $15

Canoes – (Max Capacity: 2-4 People, 850lbs.)

  • First Hour: $22
  • Additional Hours: $15

Solo Canoes – (Max Capacity: 400lbs.)

  • First Hour: $18
  • Additional Hours: $15

Paddle Boats – (Max Capacity: 4 People, 500lbs.)

  • First Hour: $24
  • Additional Hours: $15

Row Boats – (Max Capacity: 3-4 People, 400lbs.)

  • First Hour: $24
  • Additional Hours: $15

Watermats – (Max Capacity: 10 People, 1,500lbs.)

  • First Hour: $40
  • Additional Hours: $30

Duck, Swan & Dragon Paddle Boats – (Max Capacity: 5 People, 800lbs.)

  • First Hour: $30
  • Additional Hours: $20

8 Passenger Pontoon Boat

  • Weekday (MON – THUR) – $85 Per Hr
  • Weekend (FRI – SUN) – $95 Per Hr

Fishing/Cruise Pontoon Boat

  • Weekday (MON – THUR) – $85 Per Hr
  • Weekend (FRI – SUN) – $95 Per Hr

12 Passenger Pontoon Boat

  • Weekday (MON – THUR) – $105 Per Hr
  • Weekend (FRI – SUN) – $115 Per Hr

Captained Pontoon – (Max Capacity: 10 People)

  • Weekday (MON – THUR) – $135 Per Hr
  • Weekend (FRI – SUN) – $155 Per Hr