SIX MILE BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Four Hours of Open-Lake Freedom: Rent a Tritoon from Sunset Marina
A four-hour boat rental from Sunset Marina that puts spacious, watersports-ready tritoons and safety equipment in your hands for an uncomplicated half-day on the lake.
Four Hours of Open-Lake Freedom: Rent a Tritoon from Sunset Marina.
Adventure brief
Four Hours of Open-Lake Freedom: Rent a Tritoon from Sunset Marina
Leave ownership and upkeep ashore and spend a concentrated half-day on the water: Sunset Marina’s Half Day Boat Rental outfits groups with roomy 22–25 ft tritoons, tow bars for watersports, bimini shade, and life jackets so you can focus on cruising, swimming, and tow‑toy runs across the lake.
Sunset Marina, located in Six Mile, South Carolina, puts you right on the edge of Keowee Lake, a reservoir known for its clear water and gently rolling shoreline framed by mixed hardwood forests. This spot has become a go-to launch point for water enthusiasts wanting to skip the hassle of boat ownership without missing out on all the lake’s active pleasures. The Half Day Boat Rental offers a perfect four-hour window to feel the sun on your skin and the breeze off the water from a stable, spacious tritoon boat designed to carry up to 15 passengers comfortably.
The fleet at Sunset Marina features boats with Mercury motors and bimini tops to shade you during peak sun hours. Tow bars come standard, so guests can bring their favorite water toys or try their hand at watersports like tubing or wakeboarding. Life jackets and safety gear are included with a thorough safety overview from the knowledgeable staff, making it a reliable choice for families or groups of friends. Whether you’re casting lines off the side or simply cruising to take in the vivid blues and greens of the lake, this rental makes it achievable without any of the ownership headaches.
Keowee Lake itself is a barrel-shaped reservoir created by damming the Keowee River, favored for fishing bass and catfish and bordered by trails and parks offering lake views and wildlife sightings including herons and turtles. Sunset Marina’s location offers more than just a boat—it’s an invitation to interact with the natural beauty and recreational spirit of the Upstate South Carolina lakeshore.
With easy access from nearby travel hubs and dedicated equipment maintenance, Sunset Marina’s Half Day Boat Rental stands out as a flexible, accessible way to harness the full summer spirit of the area, whether for a casual afternoon or a waterborne celebration.
Route Schematic
Typical half‑day route schematic
A straightforward loop: launch from the marina, spend the bulk of the rental exploring open water and activity spots, then return to the dock for refuel and check‑out.
Launch from Sunset Marina
Check in at the marina, complete the safety overview and equipment check, then cast off from the dock with a full fuel tank.
Open‑water cruising and activity
Spend the majority of the four‑hour rental cruising, anchoring for swims, or towing water toys with the tritoon’s tow bar and provided safety gear.
Return to dock and refuel
Head back to the marina at the end of your booking; the staff refuels the boat at the dock and any damage deposit is reconciled at check‑out.
Operators provide a safety overview before launch; renters should expect to follow staff directions, arrive on time for check‑in, and accept that the operator may manage dock procedures and refueling at return.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Spacious tritoons built for groups
Choose from 12– to 15‑passenger tritoons (22–25 ft) powered by 150 HP engines — boats sized and outfitted so groups can move, lounge, and run tow‑toys without crowding.
Watersports‑ready, safety‑equipped
Each tritoon arrives tow‑bar equipped and fitted with Mercury motors, a bimini top for shade, and required safety equipment and life jackets, plus a staff safety overview before launch.
Hassle‑free half‑day outing
Four hours of lake time with a full‑tank start; you bring the crew, cooler and toys, and Sunset Marina handles the boats — deposits, refueling at return, and on‑dock check‑out keep the process straightforward.
What the day feels like
What four hours on this rental feels like
The rental is compact and deliberate: a dockside check‑in, a short safety briefing, then four hours of open water for cruising, swimming, tow‑toy runs, and sunning under the tritoon’s bimini — long enough for a solid outing but short enough to plan around a weekend afternoon.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits — and who should plan differently.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Allowed items include fishing gear, a dog, food, and water/tow toys. Pack sunscreen and a cooler for drinks and snacks.
Each boat is equipped with a bimini top for shade, life jackets and safety equipment, and a tow bar for watersports; a staff safety overview is provided prior to departure.
Damage deposits are taken at checkout and fuel is not included — tanks are full at start and refueled at return, with fuel charged to the renter. Grills are not allowed on board.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is a half‑day rental?
The Half Day Boat Rental is four hours.
Is fuel included in the rental price?
No. The tank is full at the start and refueled at the end of the rental at the dock; fuel is charged to the customer.
What are the age requirements to rent and to operate?
You must be 25 or older to rent a boat and at least 18 to operate one.
Are life jackets and safety instructions provided?
Yes. Safety equipment and life jackets are provided and staff give a safety overview and instructions before departure.
Can I bring a dog or fishing gear?
Yes. You may bring a dog and fishing gear aboard.
Are grills allowed on the boat?
No. Grills are not allowed on the boat.
Is a damage deposit required?
Yes. A damage deposit is taken at check‑out; charges are applied only if equipment is lost or damaged during the outing.
What happens if I arrive late to check in?
Anyone not checking in on time may be subject to a longer wait time to receive their rental.
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