Boat Rentals

Kayak, canoe, and paddleboard rentals run May 1 to October 31.

Rentals are first-come, first-served. There is no time limit. Renters must be 16 years of age. Ages 9-15 may be in a boat by themselves with a signed waiver and a parent or guardian in a boat next to them. Children under 9 must be in a boat with an adult. No swimming or wading is allowed at any of the Greensboro City Lakes.

Solo kayak         $15    Higgins, Brandt, Townsend
(one person)       
Tandem kayak  $25    Higgins, Brandt, Townsend
(two people)
Paddleboard      $15    Higgins, Brandt
(one person)
Canoe                  $25    Higgins
(2 people)

Age Requirements 

Renters must be age 16 or older. Youth ages 9-15 may be in a solo kayak or paddleboard with a signed waiver and must be accompanied on the water by a parent in an adjacent boat. Under age 9 must be in a tandem kayak or canoe with an adult.

Private Boat Launch

Visitors to the lakes can launch private kayaks, paddleboards, and canoes for $6 per boat. An annual launch pass is available for purchase if interested. Age restrictions above extend to private boats. All boaters are required to register and pay at the marina office. No swimming or wading is allowed at any of the Greensboro City Lakes.

All boats must be off the water 30 minutes before closing.