Two paddlers carrying inflatable stand-up paddle boards along the beach at Crane Cove Park, with the Pier 70 shipyard cranes behind them

The ultimate way to explore the Bay

Kayak & paddle board rentals

Rent fast, launch faster. Premium boards and kayaks, waterfront access, and a friendly crew get you on the water with zero hassle.

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Adult paddle board$40/hr

Single kayak$45/hr

Tandem kayak$60/hr

Minimum2 hours

AgesFrom 7 w/adult

Crane Cove Park is the easiest launch to real Bay adventure. In minutes you’re gliding past seals, sea lions, herons, cormorants, pelicans, bat rays and harbor porpoises, with skyline views that most tourists never experience.

Basic experience required for rentals. Brand new? Start with a lesson, learn quickly, then explore with confidence.

What’s included

  • Kayaks - single or tandem (double) kayak
  • Paddle board - board, fin, leash
  • All rentals - paddle, PFD (life vest), dry bag on request

Lockers and a changing room are available for your belongings, and rental clients are welcome to rinse off at our hoses. The sauna area and shower are for sauna guests only.

Age requirements

Adult paddle boardAges: 7+ w/adult renting alongside, 10+ w/adult watching from shore, 16+ alone.
Single kayakAges: 10+ w/adult renting alongside, 13+ w/adult watching from shore, 16+ alone.
Tandem kayakAges: 7+ w/adult in the boat, 13+ w/adult watching from shore, 16+ alone.
Watching from shoreThe adult does not need to rent, but has to stay in view for the whole session.
Lessons and toursDifferent, and higher: 10+ w/parent, 13+ alone. See lessons and tours.
Are pets allowed?Dogs are allowed on designated paddle boards and kayaks, provided they wear an approved life vest and protective booties.

Good to know

How long should I rent?Two-hour minimum. If you only have one hour, you can demo our equipment and stay close to the cove. Most paddles on our trail map take at least 90 to 120 minutes.
Where to paddleRoutes from Crane Cove, with a trail map and conditions guidance, are on Paddling the Bay.
What should I wearAthletic layers you don’t mind getting wet, secure sandals or water shoes, sunscreen and a hat. Full detail on Preparing to Paddle.
Are reservations required?Not required, but strongly recommended - especially on weekends. We have limited equipment that can sell out on busy days. Walk-ins go through the same online booking; scan the QR code by the front desk to start.
Demo programOne to four hour rentals to try gear before you buy. After your demo we credit one hour of the cost toward your purchase.
Wind, weather & safetyWe watch conditions constantly. Mornings are usually lighter; afternoons can breeze up. If conditions aren’t safe we’ll reschedule or credit you. PFDs are required, SUP leashes are provided, and we may limit routes when wind or traffic picks up.
Weight limitsSingle kayak 350 lb. Tandem kayak 500 lb combined. Paddle boards 220 lb per rider.
Last launchThree o’clock, so there’s time to get back in comfortably before we close at five.
Late returnsYour rental ends at the time on your booking. Boards and boats back more than 15 minutes late are charged for the next full hour at the standard rate.

Before you go

Where you can take it

Routes out of Crane Cove, graded the way a ski map grades runs. Most take 90 minutes to two hours, which is why the minimum rental is two.

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Before you launch

Plan your paddle around the current

Tell it when you want to get on the water and when you want to be back. It reads the Potrero Point predictions and tells you which way to head first.

Sauna + cold plunge Warm up after. 190° in the sauna, 49° in the plunge, and a sunny patio in between. Most people wish they had booked it. Book a session → Before you come What to wear, where to park, what to expect. The short version of everything that makes the first hour easy. Plan your visit →
Giants game days Paddle to McCovey Cove from Mission Creek from $90 Lessons & tours New to it, or want someone to show you the good stuff $124 w/gear Where to paddle Routes and the trail map out of Crane Cove Trail map
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