Walk-Up Kayak Rentals in New Haven, CT!

  • Kayak the Mill River in East Rock Park

    Saturdays 10am - 7pm, Sundays 10am - 6pm,

    and holidays too. Just walk up!

    Click for our calendar, Google Map location or safety & usage guidelines

  • Kayak Lake Wintergreen in West Rock

    Opening This Weekend, May 30!

    Saturdays 11am - 6pm, Sundays 11am - 5pm,

    and holidays too. Just walk up!

    Click for our calendar, Google Map location or safety & usage guidelines

Get a head start on kayaking by completing our online waiver HERE.

“Special Deliveries”

Even though we are not technically open on weekdays, special deliveries, arranged in advance, are available on the Mill River by appointment; minimum rental of 3 kayaks & 2 hours at $22.50 (plus tax) per kayak/per hour. Email or call us!

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Pricing for Kayak Rentals & Guiding

  • Orange Street Canoe Launch, Walk-Up Kayak Rentals; Mill River

    • No Cash; cards only

    • $24.45/person/hour; $12.23 for a 2nd hour (plus tax)

    • Youth (u18) $16.92/first hour; $10/second hour (plus tax)

    • Tandem Kayak; $45.13 & $22.57 (plus tax)

    • Family of three (3) - $56/hour; $28/2nd hour (plus tax; at least 1 youth required)

    • Family of four (4) - $64/hour; $32/2nd hour (plus tax; at least 2 youth required)

    • Family of five (5) - $72/hour, $36/2nd hour (plus tax; at least 2 youth required

    • Youth aged 16-17 must have a parent or guardian present to sign a waiver, AND youth ages 6-15 must be accompanied on the water by an adult

  • Lake Wintergreen, Walk-Up Kayak Rentals

    • No Cash; cards only

    • $24.45/person/hour (plus tax)

    • Youth (u18) $16.92/hour (plus tax)

    • All youth participants (under 18) must be accompanied on the water by an adult; maximum 2 to 1 ratio

  • Guided Kayak Tours in New Haven

    Private guided tours can take you to places you won’t believe exist on New Haven waterbodies.

    The Quinnipiac River is a remarkable paddling venue and home to extensive wildlife.

    Click HERE to learn more about the different private guided tours available.

    To book a private outing for a birthday, an organization or just a group of friends, please email: kingfishernewhaven@gmail.com