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Boat Rentals

Come visit our Lakeside Park Watersports Center on the shores of Alta Lake!
Of the five fresh water lakes in Whistler, Alta Lake is the most popular for boating recreation. In summer the water is warm for swimming and offers a wonderful boating experience for novice to experienced paddlers. The views of the surrounding mountains from Lakeside Park are spectacular and Alta Lake is the start point for all River of Golden Dreams excursions. Click here for directions down to the lake.

Dates of operation
- April 15th to May 14th on request. Please call 604-932-3111 for rentals.
- May 15th to September long weekend, daily operation 9-5.
- After September long weekend, on request. Please call 604-932-3111.

All boat rentals include life jackets, paddles and instruction.




Canoes Canoe Rentals

Per Hour 4 hours All Day
$23.50 $60 $110
Canoes are the classic Canadian boat. Ours are very wide and stable, so they are difficult (but possible) to tip. You'll need some good teamwork to steer a canoe. They catch the wind on the lake more than kayaks do, but they can hold 2-3 people and more gear.



Single Kayak Single Kayak Rentals

Per Hour 4 hours All Day
$19 $50 $90
Single kayaks are great fun for people of all ages. They're the tippiest boat we rent but also the most agile. It's easy to learn and there's no teamwork necessary!



Double Kayak Double Kayak Rentals

Per Hour 4 hours All Day
$23.50 $60 $110
Double kayaks are easy to figure out, so they're a great boat for first-time paddlers (on the lake!). Since the back person is close to the middle, it is possible for an experienced paddler to control the boat with an inexperienced paddler in front.



Paddle Boat Paddle Boat Rentals

Per Hour 4 hours All Day
$23.50 $60 $110
Paddle boats are our easiest boats to operate. They're very stable and lots of fun! Most kids can use these boats by themselves (with parental supervision, of course).



Fishing Boat Fishing Boat Rentals

Per Hour 4 hours All Day Fishing Rod and Tackle
$23.50 $60 $110 $20
Take our aluminum row boat out for a fishing trip! There are plenty of 3-5lb trout (Cut-throat and Rainbow) on Alta Lake. On most summer days they're in deep water far from shore, but a rowboat can bring you right to them.

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