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Tahoe City

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Tahoe's Premier Kayak and Paddleboard Provider, offering Rentals, Sales, Lessons and Tours in both North and South Lake Tahoe.

We now have two locations to serve you. If you'd like to paddle at Commons Beach in North Lake Tahoe, please continue on this website. If you'd like to paddle in South Lake Tahoe, please visit southtahoekayak.com for paddling experiences from our El Dorado Beach location.

Our mission at Tahoe City Kayak is to provide you with unparalleled customer service. We strive to give you the best experience when you're ready to rent, purchase, or take a guided tour on one of our kayaks or paddleboards. We know that you have many choices when you come to Lake Tahoe and we thank you for considering us and look forward to serving you on your next trip to the lake.

On Water Rental

Commons Beach 400 North Lake Blvd, Tahoe City. 96145

Open Daily:
9:30am - 5:30pm
Weather Permitting

Phone: (530) 581-4336

Retail Location

521 North Lake Blvd, Tahoe City 96145

Open Daily:
9:30am - 5:30pm
Weather Permitting

Car

Free Parking Lot

Commons Beach Rd, Tahoe City 96145

Free On-Street Parking In front of the retail store North Lake Blvd

Shipping

Delivery

We can deliver retail or rental watercraft to homes or beaches throughout the region. Call for delivery fees.

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Two Kayakers
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Rental
Rates

1 Hour

3 Hours

Full Day

Single
Kayak

32

64

96

Double
Kayak

48

96

110

Paddle
board

32

64

96

Pedal Drive

+10

+20

+10

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Tours & Lessons

Enjoy The Majesty Of Lake Tahoe

We have many different Kayak Tours to offer, as well as Stand Up Paddleboard Lessons. We have some of the most experienced guides and instructors at Lake Tahoe, and we think you'll love learning about Tahoe and improving your paddling skills. Taking a tour or lesson can add safety, fun, and learning to your day of paddling.

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4th of July Fireworks Show Kayak Tour 2025

7:30 pm - 9:45  pm

easy peasy Fitness

Best Seat in the house! Tahoe Join Us for a 4th of July Celebration Like No Other! Spaces are Iimited Reserve your spot now! 7:30PM - 9:45PM

$85
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Moonlight Paddle

7pm - 9 pm

easy Fitness

Our tour will launch from Tahoe City just before Sunset. As we paddle along the shore, we will see the sun slowly sink behind the majestic western Sierra.

$75
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Retail Store

Kayaks and Paddleboards

Our North-Shore Tahoe City retail store has been a trusted name for Lake Tahoe kayak rentals, touring, and sales for over 20 years. We carry the best names in kayaks, stand up paddleboards, gear and apparel. Our Store and our retail prices are competitive with big-city retailers! We carry popular brands like Hobie Mirage, Eddyline, Bote, Pau Hana, Wilderness Systems, Perception, and more brands.

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iTrek 11 Inflatable Kayak

Built for everything from day trips to overnight escapes, this inflatable kayak with perched seating is the perfect choice for any adventure

10' 8"long by 40" wide

Capacity 400 lbs
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Lynx

Relish the power of pedal propulsion, in both forward and reverse. The effortless speed of the MirageDrive 180 with Kick-Up Fins.

11' long by 36" wide

Capacity 350 lbs