Wide-open afternoons on Grand Lake: the 24-ft Avalon pontoon in Celina

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Wide-open afternoons on Grand Lake: the 24-ft Avalon pontoon in Celina

Half- or full-day rentals aboard a 2011 24-ft Avalon pontoon with a 90-hp Mercury motor — this guide collects the practical facts you need to plan a day on Grand Lake.

Wide-open afternoons on Grand Lake: the 24-ft Avalon pontoon in Celina.

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Location
Celina
Operator
Helton Lodge Boat Rental LLC
Category
Sightseeing Tour
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Located on Grand Lake in Celina, Ohio, the Avalon Pontoon is a 2011, 24-foot boat offered by Helton Lodge Boat Rental LLC that can be reserved for half-day (4 hours) or full-day (8 hours) outings; the vessel seats up to 13 passengers and comes equipped with a 90-horsepower Mercury motor and onboard amenities such as carpeted flooring, a depth finder and a radio.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE BOAT

A purpose-built 24-foot Avalon

The boat is a 2011 Avalon pontoon, 24 feet long and fitted with a 90-horsepower Mercury outboard; onboard comforts include carpeted flooring, a depth finder and a radio for music and navigation aids.

THE RENTAL

Flexible half- or full-day options for groups

Rentals are offered as half days (4 hours) or full days (8 hours) and the pontoon accommodates up to 13 passengers, making it suitable for larger groups who want a single-boat private outing on Grand Lake.

RULES & PREP

Paperwork, provisions and clear rules

Renters must be 21 or older to rent; bring a boater education card and a driver’s license (a one-day pass can be issued after an in-office 10-question test if you lack the card, requiring a 90% pass). You may bring food and non-glass drinks, but alcohol and glass bottles are not permitted.

What the day feels like

What the day feels like

A private rental aboard the Avalon Pontoon translates to a self-directed half- or full-day on Grand Lake from Helton Lodge Boat Rental LLC, where you step aboard a well-equipped 24-ft pontoon powered by a 90-hp Mercury motor and spend the allotted 4 or 8 hours cruising, anchoring, or otherwise enjoying the water with your party of up to 13.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this rental suits — and who should look elsewhere.

1
Large groupsWell suited — the pontoon seats up to 13 passengers, making it a practical choice for larger friend or family groups seeking a private boat for a half- or full-day.
2
Solo or small-party rentersAppropriate, provided the primary renter meets the operator’s requirements (see age and documentation rules); the boat’s capacity accommodates small parties comfortably.
3
Those without boater educationConditional — renters without a boater education card can obtain a one-day pass after passing a 10-question test on site with a required score of 90% or higher, but must still present a driver’s license.
4
Anyone planning to drinkNot suitable for bringing alcohol — the operator prohibits alcohol and glass bottles aboard, so plan non-alcoholic refreshments in non-glass containers.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

Rentals are available as half days (4 hours) or full days (8 hours); confirm booking length when you reserve.

What to Bring

Bring a boater education card and driver’s license; if you lack the boater card you can take a 10-question test at the office for a one-day pass (90% minimum). You may bring your own food and drinks but not alcohol or glass bottles.

Boat specs

The vessel is a 2011 Avalon pontoon, 24 feet long and powered by a 90-horsepower Mercury motor; onboard features include carpeted flooring, a depth finder and a radio.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long are rentals?

Rentals are offered as half days (4 hours) or full days (8 hours).

How many people can ride on the Avalon Pontoon?

The pontoon accommodates up to 13 passengers.

What documentation do I need to rent?

Bring a boater education card and a driver’s license. If you lack the boater card, you may take a 10-question test at the office to receive a one-day pass, but you must score at least 90%.

Can I bring alcohol or glass bottles?

No — alcohol and glass bottles are not allowed on board; you may bring your own food and non-glass drinks.

What are the boat’s dimensions and engine power?

The boat is 24 feet long and equipped with a 90-horsepower Mercury motor.