We moved in 2025! All rental and tour operations are now housed with our retail store Sand Beach Outfitters at 113 Main st.
For those wishing to venture out on their own, a SUP rental is the perfect option for exploring the waters of Acadia, for an afternoon, or for a leisurely few days
As the premier stand-up paddleboarding shop in Maine, the difference is in the details. We provide top-quality equipment, unmatched customer service, and expert paddling knowledge you won’t find anywhere else. We don’t cut corners—and it shows in every part of your experience.
While our shop isn’t located directly on the water, don’t let that deter you. For full-day rentals, we exclusively offer high-quality inflatable paddleboards, making transport simple and stress-free.
There’s no lifting boards onto your car or dealing with roof racks. Each board comes packed in a convenient travel backpack. Just arrive at your chosen launch spot, inflate the board in minutes, and you’re ready to paddle. Our team will walk you through everything and make sure you feel confident before you go.
Being mobile with a full-day rental means you’re not locked into one crowded launch site. Instead, you have the flexibility to paddle where conditions are best—away from busy boat traffic, strong winds, and packed shorelines.
That freedom allows you to:
Choose calmer, more scenic locations
Avoid crowds and busy launches
Enjoy a more relaxed, memorable day on the water
We believe this flexibility creates a better, smoother, and more enjoyable paddleboarding experience—and that’s exactly what we’re here to deliver.
Check out our options for a custom private paddleboarding tour of Acadia HERE
Renters must be 18 years or older.
All renters must sign a waiver and complete a float plan, which we expect you to follow.
Minors must be supervised by an adult at all times while using rental boards.
Maine State Law and U.S. Coast Guard regulations require:
A personal flotation device (PFD) for everyone on every board.
Children 12 years old and under must wear a PFD at all times.
For insurance and liability reasons, all renters are required to WEAR a PFD at all times while on the water.
For safety and liability reasons, rentals may only be launched at approved locations (weather and wind dependent). Our staff is happy to help you choose the best spot based on daily conditions.
Approved launch locations include:
Ike’s Point at Echo Lake
Great Long Pond (North End & West Shore)
Somes Pond
Lakewood Pond
Hamilton Pond
Northeast Creek
Seal Harbor Beach
Hadley Point Beach
Paddling in coastal waters carries additional risks, including:
Cold water temperatures
Large tides
Wind and wave exposure
Fog and boat traffic
For these reasons, we strongly recommend private guided trips for anyone interested in paddling tidal waters.
We reserve the right to limit where you may paddle based on your experience level, weather, and daily conditions. No refunds will be issued if we determine your planned location is unsafe. Please keep your itinerary flexible—you are ultimately responsible for your own safety.
The following locations do not allow paddleboarding due to drinking water protection or swimming-only regulations:
Eagle Lake
Jordan Pond
Upper Haddlock Pond
Lower Haddlock Pond
Sand Beach (6/15–9/8)
Echo Lake Beach (6/15–9/8)
Please do not take rental boards to restricted areas. Violations may result in penalties or loss of rental privileges.
