Single & Tandem Kayak Rental on Pickerel Lake in Saint Paul
Explore a forest-fringed oxbow lake near downtown Saint Paul
Includes
Kayak rental, life jackets
Highlights
Paddle Pickerel Lake in a single or tandem kayak, surrounded by floodplain forest and scenic bluffs. Explore the water or spend your time fishing and birdwatching.
- Paddle among lily pads that dot the lake in mid-summer
- Look for the eagle’s nest near the powerlines
- Watch for river otters along the forest shoreline across the lake
What's Included
- Single or tandem kayak
- Two adult life jackets and one youth life jacket with each tandem kayak
Important details
- Return your kayak and gear to the same locker you collected them from. Remove trash, gently pour out accumulated water, and place the boat upright to avoid damaging its hatches and handles.
- If you hear thunder or see lightning, paddle to shore immediately. Wait 30 minutes after the last thunder before returning to the water.
Cancellation Policy
Paddles are canceled and refunds processed when the air quality index reaches 150 or above. Stations close for lightning within 5 miles of the Lowry Avenue or 35E Bridge. High water, low temperatures and sustained winds over 20 mph can also prevent paddling. Rain alone does not close stations. Access codes are deactivated for weather cancellations.
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FAQs
Yes. Under-18s may ride in a tandem kayak with a responsible adult. The minimum age to rent is 18. Tandem kayaks hold no more than two people, including young children.
Complete one waiver per paddler by the last business day before your paddle. If all waivers are completed by then, your access code will be the last four digits of the phone number used for your reservation. Missing waivers can delay access and put your reservation at risk.
Return all kayaks before your reservation ends. Late returns may incur a $100 fee, which is not included in the listed price.
Meeting details
Pickerel Lake (Lilydale Regional Park), 850 West Water Street, Saint Paul, MN 55107