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We are closed for the season. We look forward to seeing you again in the spring!

Rentals are available until 1 hour before closing. Hours of Operation are weather permitting, so in case of inclement weather, please call us first.
Saturday & Sunday: - 10:00 am – 8:00 PM
Monday – Friday: - 11am - 8pm
Princeton Canoe and Kayak Rental is just 1/2 mile off of US Route 1 and only a 10 minute walk from the Princeton University train station. Our location provides easy access to a number of local waterways. Paddle directly from our dock to the D&R Canal or a short portage brings you to the Stony Brook and Carnegie Lake. Why not try our most popular trip, the 2 hour Carnegie Lake – D&R Canal Loop? We have picnic tables on site and the adjacent park has hiking and bike riding paths. Princeton’s many restaurants and attractions help make a visit to Princeton Canoe and Kayak Rental an ideal day trip. Whether you paddle for an hour or all day, we have canoes and a variety of kayaks to fit everyone.
Read MoreAll Rates are per boat (not per person). Prices include paddles, seat cushions, PFD’s (life vests) and all applicable taxes and fees. Any participants under the age of 18 must have Release Form signed by Parent or Guardian.
Booking Fee is not included
Canoe Rental Type | 1st Hour | 2 Hours | All day |
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2 Seater Canoe – Maximum 565 pounds, 4 people (2 seats, 2 on floor) | $25.00 | $37.00 | $55.00 |
3 Seater Canoe – Maximum is 800 pounds, Front and rear seats with back rests and center bench seat | $30.00 | $42.00 | $60.00 |
Kayak Rental Type | 1st Hour | 2 Hours | All day |
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Single – Maximum 275 pounds, 1 person (cockpit is large enough to fit a small child on a cushion as long as weight limit is not exceeded.) | $24.00 | $34.00 | $50.00 |
Twin – Maximum 450 pounds, 2 people (plus small child on cushion if weight limit is not exceeded.) | $29.00 | $41.00 | $60.00 |
1 Day | 3 Day | Weekly | |
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Off Site Rentals – Offsite rentals are for Class 1 and Class 2 waterways only. Management reserves the right to limit rentals during times of high water or forecast. All passengers must have waivers signed. | All day rate | 2 times all day rate | 3 times all day rate |
3 seater canoes are not available for off site rental. Discounted rates are not available on Holiday weekends. |
Group Rates | |
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Group Rates – Groups with advanced reservations of 10 or more boats during regular hours | 10% Off Full Day – Rental Only |
1st Hour | 2 Hours | 3 Hours | |
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Per Person Rate – For Camps and Class trips only. Minimum 30 paddlers. May use our regular group rates if preferred. Paddlers choice of available boats. | $13 | $17 | $20 |