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Northwest Outdoor Center

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High Quality Kayak Rentals, Equipment and Instruction Since 1981
Lake Union | Seattle

Seattle's On The Water Kayak Shop

December Hours

11-5 Wednesday-Sunday

Special Hours Thursday 12/18 11-3pm 

Closed Monday-Tuesday

Last rental leaves at 3:00pm​

We are on the water with the full line of Delta Kayaks in rental and for sale. Give us a call to schedule a free 20 minute demo or take one out longer at our hourly rental rate.

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Kayak and Paddleboard Rentals on Lake Union in Seattle

Rental Rates 
Rental kayaks
Open year round for rentals weather permitting
Last rental leaves 90 minutes before sunset
Rentals
90 minutes
Hourly rate after
Single Kayak
$36
$24
Double Kayak
$46
$32
Triple Kayak
$54
$36
Paddleboard (SUP)
$38
$24

All rentals include 90 minutes on the water, with additional time pro-rated every 5 minutes at the hourly rate.​

  • Only need basic skills such as how to stop. We can help teach you!

  • Launch right from our docks on the lake

  • Free reservations available-call ahead if you want to paddle at a specific time

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December Hours: 11-5 Wednesday - Sunday
CLOSED MONDAY - TUESDAY

Last rental leaves 90 mins before close or sunset, whichever is earlier

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(206) 281-9694 

mail@nwoc.com

2100 Westlake Ave N Ste 1, Seattle, WA, 98109

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