You don’t have to own a boat to get out and enjoy all the lakes and rivers in East Tennessee. There are several locations across the region to rent anything from a stand-up paddle board to a wake boarding boat. Knoxville Moms put together this list to help you find something to fit your interest and budget. No matter what you decide to rent, expect to fill out a waiver and possibly put down a security deposit before you head out on the water. Some rental companies provide life jackets. Others do not. Be sure to check if life jackets are available and what sizes they have before you make your plans. A safe day on the water is a fun day on the water! With safety in mind, pack plenty of sunscreen, water to drink and, of course, snacks! Here’s to a great boating day for you and your family!
Knoxville Summer Water Rentals
Kayaks, Canoes & Stand-Up Paddleboards
Adventure Outdoor Center
695 Melton Lake Drive
Oak Ridge, TN 37830
(865) 498-9951
Rentals: Kayaks, Canoes, SUPs, Hydrabikes & Pontoon Peddleboat
Rates: $19-$29 for first hour
River Sports Outfitters
2918 Sutherland Avenue
Knoxville, TN 37919
(865) 523-0066
Rentals: Kayaks, Canoes, SUPs, Hobie/Fishing Kayaks
Rates: $50-$75 for 24 hours, $200 Security Deposit
Seasonal Rental Locations:
River Sports at Ijams Nature Center/Meads Quarry Lake
4398 Island Home Avenue
Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 523-0066
Kayaks, SUPs, Canoes $14 per hour
River Sports at The Cove
11808 Northshore Drive
Knoxville, TN 37922
(865) 544-0003
Kayaks, SUPs, Canoes $14 per hour, $25 2 hours, $40 1/2 day, $50 full day
River Sports at Fort Dickerson
550 Augusta Avenue
Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 523-0066
Kayaks, SUPs, Canoes $20 2 hours
Day Trips from Seven Islands Birding Park
Seven Islands Put In
2809 Kelly Lane
Kodak, TN 37764
(865) 523-0066
Cruz Landing Take Out
7806 Kodak Road
Kodak, TN 37914
(865) 523-0066
Trip Times: Saturdays 10am & 2pm, Sundays 1pm
Kayaks (1 or 2 person) $50 per trip
Fort Loudoun State Park
Visitor’s Center
338 Fort Loudoun Road
Vonore, TN 37885
Kayaks, Tandem Kayaks, SUPs
Rates: $20-$30 3 hours, additional hours available for additional fee
Pontoon Boats
Concord Marina
10903 South Northshore Drive
Knoxville, TN 37922
(865) 966-5831
Weekday (Tuesday-Thursday) 4 hours $200
Weekday (Tuesday-Thursday) 8 hours $300
Weekend (Friday-Sunday) 8 hours $350
Holiday 8 hours $400
Harbortowne Marina
280 Tellico Port Road
Niles Ferry Industrial Park
Vonore, TN 37885
(423) 884-6429
Full Day (9 hours) $290 plus tax, $390 plus tax
Sequoyah Landing Marina & Resort
110 Sequoyah Resort Way
Vonore, TN
(423) 884-2770
Tennessee River Boat Rentals
(865) 773-3696
Launch Site: Concord Park Boat Launch
Pontoon Boat 8-hour Rental $450
Yamaha Wake Series boat 8-hour rental $680
Volunteer Landing Marina
956 Volunteer Landing
Knoxville, TN 37915
(865) 633-5004
1/2 Day Rentals (4 hours): $260
Full Day Rentals (8 hours): $350
If you want to turn your boat rental into more of a getaway, check out all the boat rentals on Norris Lake!
