CELESTINE BOAT RENTAL FIELD GUIDE
Full-Day Jon Boat Freedom from Hoosier Hills Marina
A full-day jon-boat rental with modern 4-stroke Yamaha and Suzuki outboards—this guide explains logistics, rules, and what to pack for a safe day on the water.
Full-Day Jon Boat Freedom from Hoosier Hills Marina.
Hoosier Hills Marina's Jon Boat Plus rental puts you in control of a modern, well-maintained jon boat powered by current 4-stroke Yamaha and Suzuki outboards. The operator offers full-day rentals with flexible morning check-in and an evening return window, letting you explore local waters at your own pace while following a concise set of safety and booking rules.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Modern 4-stroke Yamaha & Suzuki Outboards
Each rental is equipped with current 4-stroke motors—Yamaha and Suzuki—maintained to reduce the risk of breakdowns, and includes a 9.9hp tiller engine for reliable, efficient power.
Full Day, Flexible Morning Check-In
Rentals are sold as daily rates: customers may check in any time after 8:00 a.m., and boats must be returned by 5:30 p.m.; plan for a long daylight outing and return before the scheduled cutoff.
Simple Booking and Safety Rules
Renter must be at least 24 years old; reservations require a credit card and a $300 hold at check-in (reduced for fuel on return). All passengers must board at the Marina, no walk-up rentals are accepted, and certain items such as grills are expressly prohibited.
What the day feels like
What the Day Feels Like
You pick up the boat at Hoosier Hills Marina after check-in, cast off, and spend a full day piloting a dependable tiller-steered jon boat powered by modern outboards—self-directed, relaxed, and governed by a clear return time and basic safety rules.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring a drivers license, a credit card (debit cards are not accepted) for the $300 deposit hold, sunscreen, sunglasses, towels, plenty of water/drinks, and up to one large cooler per boat; floats and other non-grilling toys are allowed.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What is the minimum age to rent a Jon Boat Plus?
Renters must be at least 24 years of age to rent a boat.
Where do passengers board the boat?
All passengers must board at the Marina; the renter is not allowed to pick up anyone at any other location.
Can I bring a grill or cook on board?
Absolutely no grills are allowed on any boat.
How is payment and the security deposit handled?
All reservations must be secured by a credit card; at arrival a $300 credit-card hold will be placed on the card on file and will be removed, minus gas usage, when the boat is returned in good condition.
What is the refund policy for weather or late arrivals?
There are no refunds for late check-ins, early departures, illness, or inclement weather.
Can I rent the boat the same day as arrival?
No—boats must be rented by 9:00 p.m. the night before; the operator does not accept walk-ins.