MACTIER FISHING FIELD GUIDE
One Week Runabout Rentals: Skiff to Pontoon in Parry Sound–Muskoka
Rent a runabout or pontoon from Hamer Bay Marine in MacTier with life jackets, lake charts on key lakes and the option of a temporary boater’s licence—this guide distills what to expect and how to plan.
One Week Runabout Rentals: Skiff to Pontoon in Parry Sound–Muskoka.
From compact fishing boats to roomy pontoons, Hamer Bay Marine’s 1 Week Runabout Rentals put you on the water in the Parry Sound–Muskoka corridor. Rentals include life jackets and, on select lakes, a lake chart; the operator can also deliver boats to surrounding lakes and issue temporary licences for renters without a permanent boater’s licence.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Choices from fishing skiffs to luxury pontoons
Select 17–19 ft runabouts with 115–140 hp engines, fishing boats, bowriders or pontoons sized to carry up to 7–8 people, matched to your group and itinerary.
Safety gear and local charts included
Each rental comes with life jackets and—when renting on Muskoka Lake, Lake Rosseau or Lake Joseph—a lake chart to help you navigate; on-water demonstrations are required for all renters.
Service across Parry Sound–Muskoka
Hamer Bay Marine can deliver boats to surrounding lakes in the Parry Sound–Muskoka region and can issue a temporary boater’s licence if you don’t have one for the rental period.
What the day feels like
What the week feels like
A day on these runabouts is about straightforward time on the water—launch from MacTier or a delivered location, use the supplied charts and jackets to explore bays and channels, and return after an on-water demonstration and inspection at the start and end of the rental.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Life jackets are included; bring personal items, food and drinks, and your driver’s licence. Fuel is not included—plan refueling into your itinerary.
Arrive early: allow 20–30 minutes for paperwork, demonstration and inspections at check-in and return. Boats are inspected at the start and end of every rental.
Boats may not be used for watersports; operators will provide on-water demonstrations to ensure safe operation.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Do I need a boater’s licence?
If you don’t have one, the operator can issue a temporary licence for the duration of your boat rental.
What are the age and ID requirements to rent?
The lessee must be 25 years of age or older and must provide a driver’s licence at time of rental.
Is fuel included?
No—fuel is not included in the rental price.
Can I use the boat for watersports?
No—boats may not be used for watersports.
Is there a damage deposit?
Yes—a pre-authorization for a damages deposit of $1,500–$4,000 will be taken on a valid card.
Will there be a safety briefing?
Yes—an on-water demonstration is required for all boat rentals, and boats are inspected at the start and end of every rental.
Where can the boat be used?
The operator can deliver boats to surrounding lakes in the Parry Sound–Muskoka region, including Muskoka Lake, Lake Rosseau and Lake Joseph.