RIVERHEAD CANOE FIELD GUIDE
Half-Day Rentals on the Peconic: Paddle, Pedal, and Probe Riverhead’s Flatwater
A concise guide to Long Island Canoe & Kayak Rentals’ four-hour hire options—single and double kayaks, canoes, SUPs and bikes—covering rates, craft limits, and basic logistics.
Half-Day Rentals on the Peconic: Paddle, Pedal, and Probe Riverhead’s Flatwater.
In Riverhead, Long Island Canoe & Kayak Rentals runs half-day (four-hour) equipment hires that let you choose single and tandem kayaks, canoes, stand-up paddleboards and bikes for short explorations of the town and nearby flatwater. The operator’s fleet emphasizes comfort and accessibility—sit-in and sit-on-top kayaks, roomy family canoes, and SUPs sized for paddlers under 220 pounds—making this a compact, flexible outing for a range of skill levels.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A rental lineup for every short adventure
Choose from single sit‑in and sit‑on‑top kayaks, tandem kayaks, canoes, 10'6" SUPs and bikes—each offered for a four‑hour half‑day rental so you can match craft to plans and skill level.
Roomy canoes for two adults and a small child
The canoes have two bench seats and ample room, making them a practical choice for fishing outings or family paddles with a child alongside two adults.
Bikes and SUPs for flatwater and downtown circuit
Stand‑up boards track well in flatwater and are sized for paddlers under 220 lb; bikes are available as a half‑day option to see and move around downtown Riverhead.
What the day feels like
What the half‑day feels like
This is a compact, self-directed outing: pick a craft from a recreational fleet designed for comfort and ease, head out onto calm local water or pedal around downtown, and return the rented equipment within the four‑hour window. The mix of sit‑in and sit‑on‑top kayaks, tandem options and lightweight SUPs keeps the experience accessible to beginners and steady enough for casual photographers or anglers.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most from a half‑day rental here.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Observe craft limits: SUPs are intended for paddlers under 220 lb and typical boards are 10 ft 6 in; choose appropriate clothing and water-transport gear for a roughly four‑hour outing.
Canoes have two bench seats and room for two adults plus a small child; multiple kayak styles (sit‑in and sit‑on‑top) are available along with additional SUP boards for different skill levels.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is a half‑day rental?
A half‑day rental is a four‑hour rental; equipment must be returned by end of business (3:30pm ET).
Are prices per person or per piece of equipment?
Price is charged per piece of equipment, not per person.
What are the half‑day rates?
Single kayaks are $70 for a half day; canoes, SUPs and double kayaks are $80 for a half day; bikes are $55 for a half day.
What is the SUP weight limit?
SUPs are recommended for paddlers under 220 pounds; the common board length offered is 10 ft 6 in.
How many people fit in a canoe?
The canoes can fit up to two adults and a small child, with two bench seats and generous space for gear.
Who operates the rentals?
The rentals are provided by Long Island Canoe & Kayak Rentals in Riverhead, New York.