A 22' Palm Beach Pontoon on the Au Sable: Slow the Day Down on 60‑Some Lakes

HALE BOAT RENTAL FIELD GUIDE

A 22' Palm Beach Pontoon on the Au Sable: Slow the Day Down on 60‑Some Lakes

A practical guide to renting a 22' Palm Beach pontoon from Rollway Resort for fishing, sunbathing, and cruising across the Au Sable Valley's many lakes.

A 22' Palm Beach Pontoon on the Au Sable: Slow the Day Down on 60‑Some Lakes.

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Rollway Resort
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Boat Rental
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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The Au Sable Valley is water-rich and quietly generous: a web of more than sixty lakes threaded with the Au Sable itself. Rollway Resort makes a 22' Palm Beach pontoon available to visitors and neighbors alike, a stable platform for fishing, sunbathing, swimming and easy cruising. Rentals come ready to go—with delivery within a 30‑mile radius, the first ten gallons of gas supplied, and personalized instruction on request—so you can spend more time on the water and less time fussing with logistics.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE BOAT

Stable, roomy, and party‑ready

The 22' Palm Beach pontoon is designed for lake life: comfortable room for groups, space for fishing and sunbathing, and capable of carrying up to ten passengers. It’s a popular choice for those who want an easy, social day on the water.

THE WATERS

Access to the Au Sable Valley’s sixty‑some lakes

Renters can take pontoons onto any of the roughly sixty lakes around Rollway Resort—or, if you prefer, onto stretches of the Au Sable River—opening a range of swim spots, fishing haunts, and slow cruising corridors.

THE SERVICE

Delivery, fuel, and instruction included to get you started

Rollway Resort will deliver a ready‑to‑run pontoon within a 30‑mile radius and supplies the first ten gallons of gas; pickup at the end of the rental period is included, and staff will provide operating instruction on request.

What the day feels like

What a day on the pontoon feels like

The rhythm is simple: a short handover or delivery from Rollway Resort, a slow run across a mirrorlike lake or a gentle drift along the Au Sable, and long pockets of lounging, line‑casting, and dives off the bow. The rental arrives fueled with ten gallons so you can push off quickly; when the sun drops, pickup is handled by the operator unless you’ve arranged otherwise.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this rental suits—and who should look elsewhere.

1
Families & multi‑generational groupsWell suited: the pontoon accommodates up to ten passengers, making it a practical choice for family days on the lake where ease and space matter.
2
Fishing partiesA good fit: pontoons are a popular craft for the finer points of lake fishing—room for gear and space to cast from stable decks.
3
Large groups or social outingsAppropriate: with capacity for up to ten people, the pontoon functions as a party‑barge for relaxed social cruising across the lakes.
4
Short‑stay visitors and cottage rentersDesigned to work for stays from one to seven days, the rental model fits guests who want flexible half‑day, full‑day, or multi‑day use.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to know about fuel

Each delivery includes the first ten gallons of gas; renters are responsible for additional fuel if your plans exceed that allowance.

Pickup & scheduling

Delivery is available to lakes within a 30‑mile radius; pickup at the end of your rental is included. You select a preferred pickup time during checkout and final pickup time will be discussed at delivery.

Instruction & readiness

If you need instruction on how to operate the pontoon, Rollway Resort staff will provide guidance when they deliver the boat.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

Can the pontoon be delivered to my lake?

Yes. Rollway Resort offers delivery to any lake within a 30‑mile radius of the resort.

Is fuel included?

The rental arrives with the first ten gallons of gas included; any additional fuel needed during your rental is the renter’s responsibility.

How many people can ride the pontoon?

The pontoon accommodates up to ten passengers.

How long can I rent the pontoon?

Rentals are offered from one to seven days, with options for full‑day rentals as well.

What if I’ve never operated a pontoon before?

If you need instruction on how to operate the pontoon, Rollway Resort will gladly show you the ropes at delivery.

When do rentals end each day?

On the last day of your booking rentals end between 5pm and 8pm; for full‑day rentals the return is the same day.

Can I use the pontoon on the Au Sable River?

Yes. If you are staying on or near the river, the pontoons can also be used on the Au Sable.