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Salamonie’s 40‑Foot Party Barge: Shade, Slides and a Day on the Water
A rented 40ft party barge from Pirates Cove Marina on Salamonie Lake — with slides, shaded decks and life jackets included — available for 1–3 day rentals and suited to groups up to 20.
Salamonie’s 40‑Foot Party Barge: Shade, Slides and a Day on the Water.
The 40ft Party Barge from Pirates Cove Marina on Salamonie Lake is a rental motorboat built for groups: broad shaded decks, a waterslide, ladders, anchors and an inventory of chairs and CGA life jackets come with the boat, and rentals run on day schedules that require a return each evening for multi‑day hires.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Spacious, shaded deck and waterslide
The party barge is outfitted for social days on the lake: large shaded areas, a waterslide and onboard seating let a group relax, play and stay out of the sun while life jackets, ladders and anchors are provided by the operator.
Day‑long rentals with clear return rules
Rentals operate on a daily schedule; boats are sent out with a full tank and refueled upon return, and for multi‑day rentals the boat must be returned to the marina each night by 6:30pm.
Simple, strict policies keep the lake safe
Operators require an 18+ driver, prohibit pets, grills, tubing or towing behind rental boats, and collect a refundable damage deposit and a major credit card at reservation.
What the day feels like
What it feels like
A day aboard is centered on the marina: you load at Pirates Cove and spend daylight hours cruising Salamonie Lake from a broad, shaded platform that doubles as a floating hangout and play space — complete with slide, ladders and supplied life jackets — returning to the marina each evening if you’ve booked multiple days.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Rentals are offered for 1 to 3 days; boats are available daily between 7:30AM and 6:30PM and pickup windows run between about 7:30AM and 3:00PM. For multi‑day rentals the boat must be returned each night by 6:30PM.
Bring personal music (boats have no radios and require battery‑powered speakers), coolers for food (grilling is not permitted), and any required fishing licenses — life jackets are supplied onboard.
A major credit card is required to reserve and an additional refundable damage deposit is collected at rental; renters are responsible for fuel — each boat leaves with a full tank and is refilled at return, with the renter paying for fuel used.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How many people can the party barge hold?
The party barge accommodates up to 20 people.
What are the rental hours and duration options?
Rentals run during the day from 7:30AM to 6:30PM and are available as 1 to 3 day rentals; for multi‑day rentals the boat must be returned each night by 6:30PM.
Are life jackets provided?
Yes — all motorboat rentals include CGA life jackets, along with ladders, anchors and chairs.
Can I bring pets, grills or tow tubes?
No — pets and grills are not allowed on rental boats, and tubing or towing behind any Pirates Cove Marina rental boats is prohibited.
Is there an age requirement to drive?
Yes — drivers must be at least 18 years of age.
Do I pay for fuel and are there additional fees?
Renter is responsible for fuel: boats are sent out with a full tank and refilled at return with the renter covering fuel used; there is also an additional refundable damage deposit required at time of rental.