Kayak Launches and Rentals in Cleveland

41 Degrees North Coastal Kayak Adventure - Lakewood 

  • Rocky River Reservation 

  • Rentals, Classes, Kayak Tours of Cleveland 

Scenic Park Kayak Launch - Lakewood  

  • Rocky River Reservation 

  • Free launch 

Emerald Necklace Boat Launch - Rocky River

  • $5 launch fee

  • Sea wall for bank fishing (free)

Merlin’s Wharf - Rivergate Park

  • Free launch 

  • Restaurant on the river 

  • The launch is located between the restaurant and the lake - where dragon boats are located  

Great Lakes Water Sports - The Flats 

  • By end of Main Ave. Bridge, next to Music Box 

  • Kayak and Boat rental 

  • $5 launch 

Edgewater Public Boat Launch - Cleveland

  • $5 launch fee

  • Edgewater Park/Pier to the west free

  • Dining in the area

E 55th Kayak Launch - Cleveland

Gordon Park E 7nd Boat Launch - Cleveland 

  • $5 launch fee

  • Six lane boat launch

Hinkley Lake - Hinkley

  • open seven days a week

  • rents single kayaks, tandem kayaks, pontoons and stand up paddle boards

Breakaway Excursions - Auburn Township and Mantua

  • Rent Kayaks, Canoes, Fishing Boats, and Stand Up Paddleboards (SUP)

Hot Water Boat Ramp - Lorain

  • Free

Black River Wharf Boat Launch - Lorain

  • $5 launch fee

  • Boating, Fishing, and Kayaking

Lorain Mile Long Pier - Lorain 

  • Free

  • Public Parking, Fishing, and Restaurant

Sheffield Lake Public Boat Launch - Sheffield Lake

  • Free

  • Parks, Trails, and Lakefront

Vermillion Boat Launch - Vermillion

  • $8-$10 launch fee

  • Small is to bank fish at launch (free)

Haley G.

Haley has always loved reviewing locations and being in the know about the best neighborhoods, restaurants, and events in Cleveland. This passion fuels each guide and article she creates for The Cleveland Bucket List. She hopes you enjoy her stories and guides and get inspired to create an adventure of your own!

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