OCEAN CITY BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Paddle Assawoman Bay: Kayak & SUP Rentals from Ocean City’s Midtown Beach
One- and two-hour single, tandem kayak and stand-up paddleboard rentals from Sea Rocket let you self-guide through the calm back bays of Assawoman Bay; this guide covers logistics, safety briefing, and what to expect on the water.
Paddle Assawoman Bay: Kayak & SUP Rentals from Ocean City’s Midtown Beach.
Set off from the midtown Ocean City shore into the sheltered channels of Assawoman Bay, where wetlands, shoreline and views toward Assateague Island frame easy paddling. Sea Rocket’s flexible single and tandem kayak and stand-up paddleboard rentals come with a brief safety orientation and the equipment you need, making this a straightforward, self-guided way to experience local wildlife and scenery.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Calm back bays and wide wildlife views
Paddle through protected back bays with clear sightlines to wetlands, shoreline and distant Assateague Island; the setting is prime for spotting osprey, blue herons and occasionally dolphins and crabs.
Rentals for all ages and skill levels
Choose a single kayak, tandem kayak or stand-up paddleboard and rely on a short safety briefing and on-site fitting of life jackets so beginners and children (minimum age 5) can head out with confidence.
Ocean City watersports hub
Sea Rocket Ocean City operates these rentals alongside parasailing, dolphin cruises, banana boats, sunset cruises and private charters, making it easy to combine a kayak or SUP rental with other watersports offerings.
What the day feels like
What the paddle feels like
After a brief check-in and safety talk you launch from the beach and glide across mirror-calm water, free to cruise, pause for photos or watch the birds. Rentals run for one or two hours so you can tailor the outing to a quick exploration or a longer, more leisurely loop around the bay.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Rentals are available in one- and two-hour blocks.
Meet at the beach behind the Aloft Hotel (4501 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City MD 21842); arrive 15–20 minutes before your rental time to check in and sign the waiver.
The Sea Rocket crew provides a safety briefing, fits life jackets and supplies paddles prior to launch.
Minimum age to participate is 5 years old.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long are the rentals?
Rentals are offered in one- and two-hour durations.
Where do I check in for my rental?
Check in at the beach behind the Aloft Hotel (4501 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City MD 21842); arrive 15–20 minutes early to complete the waiver.
Is there an age minimum?
Yes — the minimum age to participate is 5 years old.
Are life jackets and paddles provided?
Yes — the crew fits participants with life jackets and issues paddles during the safety briefing before launch.
Is the outing guided?
No — rentals are self-guided after a short safety briefing and basic instruction from the crew.