Kayak Sales, Kayak Rentals, Kayak Tours, Adventure Gear and Fishing Tackle
Frequently Asked Questions
Please reach out to us at paddle@toledobendkayakrental.com if you don't see an answer to your question here.
Our Sales and Service Center, is located at 220 Shacklefoot Drive, Milam, TX 75959. We deliver half and full day kayak rentals at Holly Park Marina, Lost Frontier Resort and Sandals and Spurs Resort. We deliver full day overnight deliveries to lakeside homes, camps and resorts. Rentals require reservations made at least 24 hours in advance.
No, we do not deliver rental kayaks to Louisiana at this time. Our Rental Kayak Self Serve DOES allow you bring rental kayaks to Louisiana locations.
Decide whether you'd like to do a guided tour, a self guided tour, a lakeside delivery or self serve kayak pickup and click the button to check availability. You can also call or text us at (936) 201-6495 or email to paddle@toledobendkayakrental.com. Your will receive an email confirmation from us once we schedule your delivery and pickup on our route. Delivery rentals must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance. Self Serve Pickups and Returns are during regular business hours.
Each paddler in your party must complete and sign our online Liability Waiver ahead of time via our web link. The person responsible for the rental, usually the person paying, will need to complete and sign our Rental Contract as well. We strongly recommend completing the Waiver and Rental Contract prior to arrival to save time. Please arrive 15 minutes ahead of your scheduled launch time to allow for life vest fitting, basic equipment operation and safety information.
Yes! Toledo Bend Kayak Rental, LLC is fully insured to rent kayaks.
Our kayaks are single person Hoodoo 100S sit on top touring/fishing kayaks with comfortable frame seats and dry storage hatches.
Yes! Kayaking is a great way to get off the bank and fish! Our kayaks are fishing kayaks and we offer a fishing accessories package to provide you with the essentials. You will need to bring your own rod and reel and lures. Kayak fishing presents unique safety challenges and we strongly recommend you complete a kayak fishing safety course before kayak fishing. A free online course is available here.
Parents must complete our Liability Waiver for minors under 18 years old. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
- Children must be 13 or older to paddle their own Single Kayak.
- One child can sit in front of one adult as long as total weight including gear and drinks does not exceed 300lbs. Please let us know your child's weight so we can provide the appropriate size life jacket.
Sunscreen, hat, bug repellent, sunglasses, hydrating drinks, waterproof phone pouch and protective shoes that can get wet and rain gear if rain is predicted are a must. Fingerless paddling gloves are helpful for better paddle grip and for preventing blisters and sunburn. Waterproof binoculars will help you see the wildlife. Bring healthy snacks and lunch for an all day trip.
One of our Kayaking Tours would be a perfect option for you! You'll go out with a guide who will answer your questions and show you the ropes. We'll also visit some of the most beautiful areas Toledo Bend has to offer. Kayaking is a great way to experience some of the most beautiful waterways in the country up close and personal! Just relax, most people become comfortable in the kayak very quickly. We will help you get going with the basics. We encourage new paddlers to complete the free online paddling safety courses located here.
We do not rent in stormy weather, on Weather Alert days or during high winds. During your trip if a pop up storm should occur, pull to the bank, pull kayaks up and seek nearby shelter if available. If shelter is not available pull kayaks up away from waves and crouch or sit until it passes. In increased winds stay close to the bank. Be weather aware. Know your ability and don't paddle further than you are able to paddle back. We cannot come get you so you will need to return to your launch site.
With cooler weather and water temperatures it is not always safe to be out on the water in a kayak, therefore we do not rent when water temperatures fall into the 50's unless the renter has appropriate cold water gear such as a wetsuit. We do offer guided tours during cold weather, depending on predicted wind speeds. Learn more about cold water safety at the National Center For Cold Water Safety.
We do not refund early turn ins. Please call or text 936-201-6495 if you return your kayak more than 30 minutes early. For multiple day rentals, if you have an emergency and need to leave early we will refund any unused days beyond the first day. Please give us a call or text at 936-201-6495 as soon as possible so we can pick up the kayaks.
No, you must purchase you kayak and pick it up at our Sales Center.
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