LAKEWOOD WATER ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE
Two Hours on the Water: Learn, Launch and Explore Lakewood by Paddleboard, Kayak or Canoe
A 2-hour rental from Rocky Mountain Paddleboard that includes gear, a safety briefing, and local route guidance so you can explore scenic shoreline and wildlife at your own pace.
Two Hours on the Water: Learn, Launch and Explore Lakewood by Paddleboard, Kayak or Canoe.
Set out from the shore of Lakewood for a concise but complete introduction to paddling: a focused safety briefing and equipment orientation, hands-on assistance getting afloat, then two hours of self-guided time to move through calm water, take in shoreline scenery and watch for wildlife along recommended routes.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Paddleboard, Kayak or Canoe — Your Choice
The rental gives you a choice of watercraft and includes paddle, life jacket and the essentials so you can try stand-up paddleboarding or stick with a kayak or canoe for a steady first outing.
Instruction, Launch Help and On-Call Staff
Expect a brief introduction covering safety and basic technique, staff assistance with loading and launching, and access to support in case any issue arises while you’re on the water.
Self-Guided Routes with Scenic Shores and Wildlife
After the briefing you’re free to follow staff-recommended routes at your own pace, taking in local scenery and wildlife before returning to the same shoreline to check equipment back in.
What the day feels like
What Two Hours on the Water Feels Like
The flow is deliberate and efficient: a concise safety talk and technique primer sets you up, staff help you launch, and then you have two hours to explore recommended stretches of water at a pace you control — paddling, drifting, and watching shoreline life before returning to the launch point to hand back gear.
THE ACTIVITY
Paddleboard, Kayak or Canoe — Your Choice
The rental gives you a choice of watercraft and includes paddle, life jacket and the essentials so you can try stand-up paddleboarding or stick with a kayak or canoe for a steady first outing.
THE SUPPORT
Instruction, Launch Help and On-Call Staff
Expect a brief introduction covering safety and basic technique, staff assistance with loading and launching, and access to support in case any issue arises while you’re on the water.
THE SETTING
Self-Guided Routes with Scenic Shores and Wildlife
After the briefing you’re free to follow staff-recommended routes at your own pace, taking in local scenery and wildlife before returning to the same shoreline to check equipment back in.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this two-hour rental suits — and who should consider other options.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The rental is a two-hour experience; plan to arrive a little early for check-in and the safety briefing.
Meet at 15600 W Morrison Rd, Lakewood, CO 80228 for check-in and the pre-launch briefing.
Bring a towel, sunscreen, water and swimwear.
Paddle, life jacket and watercraft are provided; staff assist with loading and launching and remain available for support during the rental period.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the rental?
The rental duration is two hours.
Where do I meet for the rental?
Meet at 15600 W Morrison Rd, Lakewood, CO 80228 for check-in and the safety briefing.
Is equipment provided or do I need to bring my own?
Paddle, life jacket and watercraft are provided as part of the rental.
What happens at check-in?
You’ll receive a brief introduction to paddling and safety instructions, get fitted with equipment, and receive guidance on recommended routes before launch.
What should I bring with me?
Bring a towel, sunscreen, water and swimwear.
What support is available if I have an issue on the water?
Staff provide assistance with loading and launching and remain available in case of issues or emergencies during the rental period.