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Rock Falls Kayak Rental

2400 1st Avenue, Rock Falls, IL 61071

Canoeing & Kayaking

Say goodbye to lazy hours and hello to a world of exciting adventures! Rock Falls Kayak Rental, located at 2400 First Avenue, is ready and eager to turn ordinary days into amazing paddle-powered adventures!

Rock Falls Kayak Rental is located at the Hennepin Canal Route 40 boat launch, near 2400 1st Avenue. The venue has partnered with Rent.Fun for its new self-service kayak rentals. Just download the Rent.Fun app and scan the QR code at the station to unlock your kayak.

Whether you’re a seasoned kayaker or a newbie eager to take on the waves, grab your life vests. The paddle party has officially started! Paddles and lifejackets are included.

Bring the equipment back to the station. Select “unlock” in the App to return the equipment.

The cost is $30.00 for 2 hours and $10.00 an hour thereafter.

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