East End Beach Rentals

We require that anyone renting our kayaks stay within a designated “Shore Zone” unless someone in their group is a skilled kayaker with experience rescuing a capsized kayak. That means that you will not be able to paddle to the nearby islands (including Fort Gorges) if someone in your group does not know how to re-enter a kayak after a capsize. Anyone who paddles onto the exposed waters of Casco Bay without this knowledge (or someone else who has that knowledge) is taking an extremely high risk. Casco Bay is a potentially dangerous environment due to its very cold waters, busy boat traffic and exposure to the conditions of the Atlantic Ocean (including sudden fog and strong winds). It can be extremely difficult to re-enter a kayak in cold and turbulent water.

Our 2-person tandem sea kayaks are fast, stable and spacious. Anyone paddling to the islands of Casco Bay must have capsize recovery experience. Sprayskirts are provided at no extra cost upon request.

Our solo sea kayak rentals are generally for experienced sea kayakers only. These long and narrow boats are very different than the kayaks many people are accustomed to using on lakes and rivers. They are much more seaworthy, but they require a higher level of experience. Anyone paddling to the islands of Casco Bay must have capsize recovery experience. Sprayskirts are provided at no extra cost upon request.

Discover the joys of stand-up paddle boarding (SUP) by venturing onto the waters of Casco Bay! Exploring the coastline of Portland harbor on a SUP is a fun adventure no matter how much experience you have. If you’ve never been on a SUP before, our staff will give you pointers before you head out. One you’re on the water, enjoy the views of the scenic bay and look out for wildlife like seals and seabirds.