MACTIER FISHING FIELD GUIDE
Five Day Runabout Rentals: Runabouts and Pontoons out of MacTier into Parry Sound–Muskoka
Hamer Bay Marine rents fishing boats, bowriders and pontoons from MacTier with life jackets and lake charts provided and temporary licences available so you can explore the Parry Sound–Muskoka lakes.
Five Day Runabout Rentals: Runabouts and Pontoons out of MacTier into Parry Sound–Muskoka.
From MacTier, Hamer Bay Marine outfits anglers and small groups for self-driven days on the water across the Parry Sound–Muskoka region. Options range from compact fishing skiffs to bowriders and pontoons, and rentals include life jackets and lake charts (for Muskoka Lake, Rosseau and Lake Joseph). For those without a boaters licence, the operator can issue a temporary licence for the duration of the rental, and every booking requires an on-water demonstration before departure.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Runabouts and Pontoons to Match Your Day
Choose from fishing boats, bowriders and pontoons sized roughly 17–19 ft with 115–140 hp engines; boats accommodate up to seven to eight people depending on model and require the lessee to be 25 or older to book.
Safety Kit and Local Charts Included
Rentals come with life jackets and, for Muskoka Lake, Lake Rosseau and Lake Joseph bookings, a lake chart is provided. An on-water demonstration is mandatory for all drivers, and the operator can issue a temporary boaters licence for renters who do not have one.
Practical Terms: Fuel, Deposits and Use Rules
Fuel is not included; boats may not be used for watersports. A pre-authorization for a damages deposit ($1,500–$4,000) is taken on a valid card, and vessels are inspected at the start and end of every rental.
What the day feels like
What the Rental Feels Like
A day with a runabout rental is straightforward and hands-on: arrive for check-in, complete paperwork and an on-water demonstration, then set off from MacTier (or accept delivery to surrounding lakes) to chart your own course across Parry Sound–Muskoka in a boat fitted for fishing, cruising or relaxed cruising with friends and family.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Monday–Saturday rentals run 8:00–16:00 (104 hours). Sunday and specified holidays run 9:00–16:00 (103 hours). Allow 20–30 minutes at check-in for paperwork and the required on-water demonstration.
Bring a valid driver's licence (to be presented at pick-up). Life jackets and lake charts (where applicable) are provided, but fuel is not included — budget for fuel and any marina services.
Expect a pre-authorization on a valid card for a damages deposit in the range of $1,500–$4,000; check with the operator for accepted payment methods and deposit release timelines.
An on-water demonstration is required for all rentals; boats are inspected at the start and end of each rental and may not be used for watersports.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Do I need a boaters licence to rent?
No — the operator can issue a temporary licence for the duration of your boat rental, though an on-water demonstration is still required.
How many people can ride on a rental boat?
Boats accommodate up to seven to eight people depending on the model selected.
Is fuel included in the rental price?
No — fuel is not included and renters should plan to cover fuel costs.
Are water sports allowed?
No — boats may not be used for watersports under the rental terms.
What is the minimum age to rent a boat?
Lessee must be 25 years of age or older and must present a valid driver's licence at pick-up.
Will there be an inspection and demonstration?
Yes — all boats are inspected at the start and end of every rental, and an on-water demonstration is required for all drivers.