DORSET SUP FIELD GUIDE
Drift. Roam. Wander: Stand‑Up Paddleboarding from Lake of Bays Marina
A concise guide to renting stand‑up paddleboards in Dorset, Ontario—what’s included, booking rules, and who this rental suits.
Drift. Roam. Wander: Stand‑Up Paddleboarding from Lake of Bays Marina.
Experience the thrill of stand‑up paddleboarding on the waters around Dorset: a watersport derived from surfing in which a rider can sit, stand, paddle or adopt a yoga stance—an activity that lets you test your balance and glide through the water whether you’re a beginner or an advanced rider.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Stand‑Up Paddleboarding: sit, stand, or flow
The rental centers on stand‑up paddleboarding, a fast‑growing board sport that lets riders sit, stand, paddle or practice yoga on the water—an exercise in balance and calm movement across the lake.
Boards and buoyancy: solid or inflatable options
Rentals include the board and paddle plus a personal flotation device; solid and inflatable boards are available while supplies last, and inflatable rentals ship with an air pump.
Booking rules, deposits and hours
The operator requires a 20% reservation deposit, a $500 damage deposit, and enforces a 14‑day minimum cancellation window; rentals are available on a daily schedule between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM, with a preferred capacity of one person per rental and options suitable for all ages and skill levels.
What the day feels like
What It Feels Like
Whether you choose to sit or stand, the rental is about testing balance and moving deliberately across the water—gliding, pausing, and finding a steady stroke as you use the supplied paddle board and paddle and rely on the provided personal flotation device.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental works for—and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring weather‑appropriate clothing and footwear for the marina; rentals include a PFD, paddle board and paddle, and an air pump is provided for inflatable boards.
Every rental comes with a personal flotation device and the board and paddle; inflatables are supplied with an air pump.
Solid and inflatable board options are available while supplies last—confirm preference at booking.
Expect the marina to supply the core equipment listed above so you can focus on balance and on‑water time.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What equipment is included with my rental?
Rentals include a personal flotation device (PFD), the paddle board and a paddle; inflatable boards come with an air pump.
What are the operating hours for rentals?
Rentals are offered on a daily schedule from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Is a deposit required to reserve a board?
Yes—there is a 20% reservation deposit required to secure your booking.
What is the cancellation policy?
The operator requires a minimum 14‑day window for rescheduling or refund eligibility.
Is there a damage deposit?
Yes—a $500 damage deposit is required.
What skill level is required?
Rentals accommodate all ages and skill levels, from beginners through advanced riders.