CELESTINE BOAT RENTAL FIELD GUIDE
Solo Paddling in Celestine: Kayaks and SUPs from Hoosier Hills Marina
Daily single-kayak and stand-up paddleboard rentals operate from Hoosier Hills Marina; this guide clarifies hours, rules, and what to expect on the water.
Solo Paddling in Celestine: Kayaks and SUPs from Hoosier Hills Marina.
Enjoy the simple, restorative pleasure of paddling at your own pace — single kayaks and stand-up paddleboards are available as daily rentals beginning at 8:00 am; to secure a craft you must reserve by 9:00 pm the night before.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Flexible daily rentals
Rentals are offered on a daily basis with check-in any time after 8:00 am and a firm return time of 5:30 pm; reservations must be made by 9:00 pm the night before and walk-ins are not accepted.
What’s included (and what’s not)
Life jacket and paddle are included with rentals; the rental fee does not include fuel or applicable taxes and fees.
Who can rent and the key restrictions
Renters must be at least 24 years old to operate; pets are not allowed on this boat type, passengers must board at the Marina, and no grills are permitted on any boat.
What the day feels like
What a day on the water feels like
A day begins at the marina and unfolds at your tempo: launch, set your own pace in a single kayak or on a stand-up paddleboard, and return to the dock by late afternoon. The operation is geared toward independent paddlers looking for a calm, full-day outing.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Daily rentals begin with check-in after 8:00 am and boats must be returned by 5:30 pm; reservations must be made by 9:00 pm the night before — walk-ins are not accepted.
All rentals start at Hoosier Hills Marina; all passengers must board at the marina prior to launch.
Life jacket and paddle are included with the rental; the rental fee does not include fuel or applicable taxes and fees.
All reservations must be secured by a credit card and a $300 credit card hold will be placed on arrival; the hold is removed minus gas usage when the boat is returned in good condition.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What age do I need to be to rent?
You must be at least 24 years of age to rent and operate these boats.
Can I bring my pet on this rental?
No — pets are not allowed on this boat type; pets are only allowed on specific craft (Pontoon #1 (Value), Deluxe fishing boat, and Jon boats).
Are walk-ins accepted?
No — boats must be rented by 9:00 pm the night before; the operator does not accept walk-ins.
What payment and hold is required?
All reservations must be secured by credit card; at arrival a $300 credit card hold will be placed and removed (minus fuel) if the boat is returned in good condition.
What is the cancellation policy?
Full refund minus a $15 administrative fee for cancellations made 14 days or more before the reservation; cancellations 13 days or less from the reservation date forfeit funds, and no-shows forfeit funds.
What happens if the weather is bad?
For dangerous weather conditions on the morning of arrival, you can reschedule to another date within the current season; if it is only raining there will be no transfer of the reservation date.
Are grills allowed on board?
Absolutely not — grills are not allowed on any boat.
Can I pick up passengers along the route?
No — all passengers must board at the Marina and the renter is not allowed to pick up anyone at any other location.