Pedal Board Rentals — Beachfront Launches on Lake Minnetonka

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Pedal Board Rentals — Beachfront Launches on Lake Minnetonka

Hourly paddle board, kayak and jet-ski rentals from Bay Rentals MN at a unique beachfront park; life jackets and a lake map are included, making this a compact, family-friendly water outing.

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Pedal Board Rentals — Beachfront Launches on Lake Minnetonka.

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Bay Rentals MN
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On Lake Minnetonka, Bay Rentals MN operates from a rare beachfront park-and-picnic location, offering paddle boards, kayaks and four-stroke personal watercraft through 1- and 2-hour rental options; the family-run operator draws on more than two decades on the lake to supply life jackets, operating instructions and a lake map with every rental.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE OPERATOR

Local, family-run rental with deep Lake Minnetonka roots

Bay Rentals MN is the oldest jet-ski rental company on Lake Minnetonka, a small family-run outfit with 23 years of operation that now offers paddle boards and kayaks alongside personal watercraft.

THE GEAR

New four-stroke watercraft plus paddle boards and kayaks

Rentals include new four-stroke personal watercraft as well as paddle boards and kayaks; all Lake Minnetonka rentals come with life jackets, operating instructions and a lake map to orient your outing.

THE SETTING

Beachfront park and picnic launch

Bay Rentals MN is the only rental outfit on the lake operating from a beachfront park and picnic area, a setup suited to family outings and easy launches onto Lake Minnetonka.

What the day feels like

What the outing feels like

Choose a one- or two-hour window, gather at the beachfront park launch and set out on Lake Minnetonka with life jackets, operating instructions and a lake map included; whether aboard a paddle board, kayak or a four-stroke personal watercraft, the operation is tailored to short, self-guided bursts of time on the water.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this outing suits — and who should consider alternatives.

1
Active familiesA beachfront park with picnic space and short 1- or 2-hour rentals makes this a good fit for families seeking a contained water outing; life jackets are supplied for all participants.
2
First-time paddlersPaddle board and kayak rentals with included operating instructions and a lake map provide an approachable introduction to Lake Minnetonka for novice paddlers.
3
Jet-ski ridersRiders looking for personal watercraft will find new four-stroke jet skis available from a long-established operator, though younger riders should confirm permit requirements through state channels.
4
Short-time visitorsVisitors with limited time benefit from clear 1- and 2-hour rental options that let you experience the lake without a large time commitment.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

Rentals are offered in 1- and 2-hour options.

What to Bring

Bring a copy of your confirmation email; rentals include life jackets, operating instructions and a Lake Minnetonka map.

Meeting & Launch

The operation departs from a beachfront park and picnic area where Bay Rentals MN manages launches and returns.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long are rentals?

Rentals are available in one- and two-hour options.

Are life jackets provided?

Yes — all Lake Minnetonka rentals include life jackets, along with operating instructions and a lake map.

What types of craft are available?

Bay Rentals MN offers paddle boards, kayaks and new four-stroke personal watercraft (jet skis).

Where do I meet for my rental?

The rental operation is based at a beachfront park and picnic area on Lake Minnetonka where launches and returns take place.

Do young riders need any permits?

Youth Watercraft Permits are handled through the Minnesota DNR’s Boat and Watercraft Section; permits are available via an online open-book test.