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CANOE &
KAYAK
rentals

CANOE &
KAYAK
rentals

Pick up Equipment from our shop and take it to the location of your choice!

Booking

Call, Text, Email or Book Online. You will need a valid ID & Credit Card to Rent. 

Loading & Unloading

Assistance will be provided loading and unloading the boats on your vehicle.

Whats Included?

Paddles, Lifejackets, Bilge Pump, Whistles, Straps & Foam Pads for Transport

Pelican Summit 100

Adult Single Kayak 

  • 24 HOURS - $65

  • 4 DAYS - $85

  • WEEK - $115

Details:

  • Length: 10' (305 cm)

  • Weight: 35.6 lbs (16.5 kg)

  • Maximum weight capacity: 275 lbs (125 kg)

Pelican Magna

Adult Single Kayak 

  • 24 HOURS - $65

  • 4 DAYS - $85

  • WEEK - $115

Details:

  • Length: 10' (305 cm)

  • Weight: 36 lbs (16.5 kg)

  • Maximum weight capacity: 275 lbs (125 kg)

Pelican Mission 100

Adult Single Kayak 

  • 24 HOURS - $65

  • 4 DAYS - $85

  • WEEK - $115

Details:

  • Length: 10' (305 cm)

  • Weight: 40 lbs (18.1 kg)

  • Maximum weight capacity: 275 lbs (125 kg)

Kayak Solo Youth 

  • 24 HOURS - WEEK - $25

Details:

  • Length: 72 in - 182.88 cm

  • Weight: 19 lbs (8.6 kg)

  • Maximum weight capacity: 100 lb - 45.36 kg

Pelican Tandem 136T

double Adult kayak

  • 24 HOURS - $85

  • 4 DAYS - $100

  • WEEK - $175

Details:

  • Length: 13 ft 6 in

  • Weight: 66 lbs (30 kg)

  • Maximum Capacity: 500 lbs (227 kg)

old town
twin heron

  • 24 HOURS - $85

  • 4 DAYS - $110

  • WEEK - $185

Details:

  • Length: 13 ft 6 in

  • Weight:  63 lbs

  • Maximum weight capacity: 500 lbs / 226.796 kg

  • 4 Fishing rod holders

Pelican Explorer Canoe 

  • 24 HOURS - $85

  • 4 DAY - $110

  • WEEK - $185

Details:

  • Length: 14'6" (4.42 m)

  • Weight: 90 lbs (40 kg)

  • Maximum capacity: 800 lbs (362 kg)

  • Backrests

Pelican 15.5 ft. Canoe

  • 24 HOURS - $85

  • 4 DAYS - $110

  • WEEK - $185

Details:

  • Person Capacity: 3

  • Max weight: 800 lb - 362.87 kg

  • Length: 187 in - 474.98 cm - 15.5 ft

  • Weight: 81.2 lb - 36.83 kg

all rentals include:

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  • Do I need experience to Canoe or Kayak?
    No you don't need experience, however being comfortable on the water and being able to swim is definitely advised
  • When can we paddle the Sturgeon River and Big Lake?
    The Season begins after the Lake and River have thawed in the Spring, certain parts thaw quicker than others every year and the conditions are always different. Follow us on social media for updates or subscribe to our newsletter for a pre-season booking notification!
  • Are the tours wheelchair accessible ?
    Due to the nature of (at times) intense physical requirements for different pieces of equipment and activities - we are not fully accessible. In the future we hope to provide specialty equipment for people with disabilities - especially for the snow.
  • Does the Sturgeon River have a strong current?
    Earlier in the Spring and after lots of rain the conditions can get quite fast.
  • Is Big Lake Deep?
    Parts of the Lake can be as deep as 4 metres.
  • Can I get to Big Lake from your Location?
    It depends on the conditions and the water height, some years its quite easy and other years you have to portage a few times before you get on the actual lake.
  • Can I paddle into downtown St. Albert?
    It depends on the conditions, earlier in the Spring this may be possible and if we get consistent rain that timeline is extended into the Summer. However you must be able to paddle back to Riel Recreation Park to drop off your rentals!
  • Can I come to your shop without booking beforehand?
    Please come to the shop only if you have made bookings beforehand. Confirmation emails will let you know where you need to be for each rental type.
  • Do you have public River access?
    We operate the business on Private Property, our River access point is exclusive to our customers. Riel Recreation Park is a public park where we share the River access point witht the people of St. Albert.
  • Can we bring our own boats to your river access point?
    Yes by booking only, please check our Rural River Route. Bring your own boat options will be available for the River Bus which leaves from Riel Recreation Park and drops off at our shop location.
  • Can children participate?
    Absolutely, 1 child under 12 can fit on a canoe along with two adults. A tandem kayak can hold 1 adult and 1 youth. People renting single adult kayaks must be at least 16 years old and accompanied by an adult.
  • Can we bring pets?
    Unfortunatley pets aren't allowed on the River Bus / Rural River Route. However small pets are welcome on Riel Recreation Park Rentals.
  • Can we bring food and drinks on the boat?
    Yes, please no nuts due to allergies! Although we thoroughly clean our equipment it would help to eliminate the risk of someone having a reaction completely. Please don't litter and bring a bag for your garbage.
  • What is the Cancellation Policy?
    All rentals have free cancellation if its 24 hours or more before your booking time, if you cancel less than 24 hours before your rental then there will be a $10 fee per boat.
  • Will a kayak fit inside my van?
    Spinter van - yes, most other vans - no. If your van/vehicle has a roof rack you can most likely get a kayak up there.
  • Can I put a boat on my roof without a roof rack?
    We also provide foam blocks for transport (at no extra cost) if you do not have a roof rack. Straps will have to go through the interior of the vehicle.
  • What is the max capacity of a Kayak & Canoe?
    Kayaks - 275 lb - 124.74 kg Canoe - 800 lb - 362.87 kg
  • How long is a Kayak & Canoe?
    Kayak - 10 feet / 120 inches Canoe - 14.6 feet / 179 inches - 15.5 feet / 187 inches

cancellations & payment

A 25% non refundable deposit is required, based on the total rental cost. If you cancel a reschedule will be attempted. 

Deposits can be paid by etransfer. The remainder can be paid by cash, credit or etransfer upon arrival. 

Customers are responsible for any loss or damage to rental equipment and also for personal injury.

Waiver forms need to be signed upon pick-up.

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