MACTIER BOAT RENTAL FIELD GUIDE
Shallow-Idle to Pontoons: Five Days of Self-Drive Fishing on the Parry Sound–Muskoka Lakes
Daily self-drive boat rentals from Hamer Bay Marine in MacTier equip you with life jackets, lake charts and temporary licenses so you can explore the Parry Sound–Muskoka region on scheduled rental hours.
Shallow-Idle to Pontoons: Five Days of Self-Drive Fishing on the Parry Sound–Muskoka Lakes.
From compact fishing boats to roomy pontoons, Hamer Bay Marine’s rentals put the Parry Sound–Muskoka region’s inland waters within reach; the operator supplies life jackets, lake charts for select lakes and temporary boating licenses so renters can head out without their own credentials.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Choices from a 14–16 ft fishing skiff to pontoons
Renters can choose small fishing boats or more luxurious bowriders and pontoons; boats come prepared with life jackets and charts where applicable.
Access to the Parry Sound–Muskoka lake network
Deliveries can be made to surrounding lakes in the Parry Sound–Muskoka region, including options for Muskoka Lake, Lake Rosseau and Lake Joseph where lake charts are provided.
Ready-to-go rentals with temporary licensing
If you don’t hold a boating license, the operator can issue a temporary license for the rental period; an on-water demonstration and boat inspection are required at pick-up.
What the day feels like
What a Rental Day Feels Like
Pick a boat, sign the paperwork, complete a brief on-water demonstration and you’re left to pilot your chosen craft across the Parry Sound–Muskoka waters; rentals come with essential safety gear and navigational charts for certain lakes so you can concentrate on fishing or cruising.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who these rentals suit — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Monday–Saturday rentals run 8:00–16:00; Sunday and specified holidays run 9:00–16:00. Check-in requires extra time for paperwork and demonstration.
Bring a valid driver’s license for the lessee; life jackets and lake charts are supplied for certain lakes but fuel is not included in the rental price.
A pre-authorization for a damages deposit of CAD 1,500–4,000 will be placed on a valid card at rental start; fuel costs are additional.
Boats are inspected at the start and end of every rental and an on-water demonstration is required for all renters, even experienced drivers.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Do I need a boating license?
You do not need to bring your own; the operator can issue a temporary license for the duration of your rental.
What are the rental hours?
Monday–Saturday: 8:00–16:00; Sunday and Canada Day/Labour Day: 9:00–16:00.
Is fuel included?
No — fuel is not included in the rental price.
Who can rent a boat?
The lessee must be at least 25 years of age and provide a driver’s license at rental.
Can I use the boat for watersports?
No — boats rented through this operator may not be used for watersports.
Is there a security deposit?
Yes — a pre-authorization for damages of CAD 1,500–4,000 will be placed on a valid card.
How long will check-in take?
Plan to arrive early and allow 20–30 minutes for paperwork and the on-water demonstration prior to departure.