LONGMONT KAYAK FIELD GUIDE
Moonlight to Morning: 24-Hour Kayak and iSUP Rentals Around Longmont
Anglers Ski, Board & Fly Shop rents inflatable kayaks and iSUPs for 24-hour trips from Longmont, ideal for calm-water outings at Lake McIntosh and Union Reservoir.
Moonlight to Morning: 24-Hour Kayak and iSUP Rentals Around Longmont.
Angles Ski, Board & Fly Shop offers 24-hour rentals of inflatable kayaks and stand-up paddleboards for outings on picturesque Lake McIntosh, Union Reservoir and nearby Gross Reservoir — calm waters that make these launches especially well suited to families and first-time paddlers.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Still, family-friendly lakes
Lake McIntosh (drop-in on the south side) and Union Reservoir offer normally calm water that favors families and quieter paddling; parking at Lake McIntosh requires care because the launch sits in a neighborhood.
Inflatable kayaks and iSUPs with fast setup
Rentals are inflatable and designed for quick inflation on-site; the operator offers a hand pump with an optional electric pump that halves inflation time for an additional fee.
Try before you buy
The operator applies the cost of up to a 24-hour rental toward the purchase of an iSUP or kayak, letting paddlers test gear in local conditions before committing.
What the day feels like
What a 24-hour rental feels like
A 24-hour rental from Longmont lets you inflate an iSUP or kayak, slide onto calm water and time your outing to weather and light — morning glass, an afternoon cruise or a sunset paddle — with enough flexibility to swap launch points among local reservoirs.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental works best for — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Rentals are issued for a 24-hour period from the Longmont meeting location.
Bring appropriate clothing for sun and wind; you must have a life jacket on the vessel at all times and children under 13 must wear theirs. The shop provides a hand pump; an electric pump that attaches to your car is available for an additional charge and cuts inflation time roughly in half.
By hand, the inflatable kayak takes about 5–7 minutes to pump up, iSUPs about 10–15 minutes and tubes about 2 minutes. The electric pump (extra charge) speeds this process.
Lake McIntosh’s south-side drop-in is in a residential area — avoid blocking driveways when parking. Alternate launch options include Union Reservoir and Gross Reservoir.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What is an iSUP?
iSUP stands for Inflatable Stand Up Paddleboard.
Where can I go paddling locally?
Suggested local launch sites are Lake McIntosh (south side), Union Reservoir and Gross Reservoir; take care with parking at Lake McIntosh because it is located in a neighborhood.
How long does it take to pump up the gear?
By hand, the kayak takes about 5–7 minutes, iSUPs about 10–15 minutes and tubes about 2 minutes; an optional electric pump that hooks to a car cuts inflation time in half for an additional $10 charge.
Are life jackets required?
Yes; Colorado law requires a life jacket on your vessel at all times and children under age 13 must have their life jacket on their person at all times.
Will the iSUPs or kayaks fit in my car inflated?
The kayaks may fit in some truck beds; the smallest SUPs (around 10 feet) are almost certainly too long to fit inside most cars inflated. Operators do not supply roof straps.
How long can I keep the rental?
Rentals are available for 24 hours.
Can rental fees be applied to a purchase?
Yes — up to a 24-hour rental can be applied toward the purchase of an iSUP or kayak.