Pick up your gear, get loading help, and paddle on your own schedule within the return window
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5 hrs
Gear rental, Vests, Straps
Rent a kayak or stand up paddleboard for a flexible half-day on the water, with pickup at the loading station and tips before you go. Choose the gear that fits your skill level and plans, then return it within the required timeframe.
Return your rental within 5 hours of pickup, or by 9 am the next morning depending on your pickup time. If you plan to return earlier than scheduled, text at least an hour ahead so staff can be ready to unload and check you in. Single kayaks listed hold up to 325 pounds.
Full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before your rental start. No refunds for no-shows after that point.
360 NW Vermont St. for Pick Up
Danielle has built something special here with her paddleboard and kayak rental operation. She consistently goes above and beyond with detailed local knowledge, pointing customers toward the best lakes and rivers while offering insider tips on currents, hazards, and even optimal arrival times. First-timers especially appreciate her patience during lessons and equipment tutorials. The gear itself gets high marks for quality and maintenance, whether you're renting SUPs, kayaks, or wetsuits. The rental process is refreshingly smooth and flexible. Danielle accommodates last-minute bookings, responds quickly via text, and meets customers efficiently for pickup and drop-off. She provides all necessary equipment including straps and life jackets. One minor note: the Google Maps address leads to the river drop-off location rather than a physical storefront, so calling ahead helps clarify logistics if you're self-transporting. Her genuine enthusiasm for helping people enjoy Bend's waterways shines through in every interaction, and many customers return year after year specifically because of the personalized service.
Fantastic rental experience with Bend Kayak School! We’ve rented stand-up paddle boards from Danielle and her team for the last two years. We do the self-transport option and SUP in the Cascade Lakes area just west of Bend to miss the crowds and Danielle ensured we had what we needed in terms of equipment, lake recommendations, and directions. She also was very detailed in helping us secure the SUPs to my pickup truck with five SUPs. I highly recommend Bend Kayak School and will definitely use them going forward. Easy and immediate communications always.
Steve de Albuquerque
July 15, 2025
Fantastic rental experience with Bend Kayak School! We’ve rented stand-up paddle boards from Danielle and her team for the last two years. We do the self-transport option and SUP in the Cascade Lakes area just west of Bend to miss the crowds and Danielle ensured we had what we needed in terms of equipment, lake recommendations, and directions. She also was very detailed in helping us secure the SUPs to my pickup truck with five SUPs. I highly recommend Bend Kayak School and will definitely use them going forward. Easy and immediate communications always.
Steve de Albuquerque
July 15, 2025