2020 What's New
Rental Hours
We open shorter hours through the winter;
- Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday
- Open at 11am
- Last launch at 2pm
- Out of water by 4pm
Trips or group can be scheduled anytime mid-week. Please call weekdays at (888) 966-0953 for details.
New SUP trip from Crane Cove
Occasionally we offer a SUP paddle trip at the newly open park. You can explore southern waterfront from this quiet location.
Holiday Closure
As usual we will be closed for the following family holidays;
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
- New Year's Day
Online Waiver and Reservation
Sign a waiver and book your rental online, so we can reduce crowding, surface contacts, and give you more space.
Respect Safety for Everyone
- Wear a mask until on the water. Put them back on when returning to dock.
- Bring zip-lock bags for your electronics, and wind jacket.
- Credit card is required for deposit and payment.
Can I Walk-in?
Walk-in rentals will be served whenever possible. But, you need to wait until all customers with reservation have been taken care of.
SUP Trip from Crane Cove Park
Crane Cove is San Francisco's new waterfront park with a beach access. We bring stand up paddle boards to the park, so you can enjoy a day on the water.
Kayak Storage
You can store a kayak and access the water easily. It allows you to paddle contactless, unlimited, and anytime, even when we are not open.
Gift Card
Buy gift certificates and send them to your family and friends, or use it yourself. They are emailed minutes after your purchase.
Events
South Beach Kayak Trip
Downtown SF Kayak Trip- Not Available Yet
McCovey Cove Evening Experience
Sign up for an easy beginner kayak trip. This trip goes to McCovey Cove(next to SF Giants baseball park) and Mission Creek.
Most Saturdays
McCovey Cove Evening Experience
Downtown SF Kayak Trip- Not Available Yet
McCovey Cove Evening Experience
This package offers kayaking in McCovey Cove during Giants game in the evening. Day games are served as usual day rental.
Downtown SF Kayak Trip- Not Available Yet
Downtown SF Kayak Trip- Not Available Yet
Downtown SF Kayak Trip- Not Available Yet
A must do kayak trip if you have prior kayaking experience. We paddle under SF Bay Bridge, downtown San Francisco, and viewing many landmarks on the SF bay.
Full Moon Kayak Trip- Not Available Yet
Full Moon Kayak Trip- Not Available Yet
Downtown SF Kayak Trip- Not Available Yet
Paddle at full moon rise over San Francisco Bay Bridge. This beautiful kayak trip requires paddling within a year experience.
Fireworks Kayak Trip- Not Available Yet
Full Moon Kayak Trip- Not Available Yet
Fireworks Kayak Trip- Not Available Yet
4th of July fireworks is cancelled for 2020.
Classes
Beginning SUP- Available Saturdays
Seatouring Kayak- Available Sundays
Seatouring Kayak- Available Sundays
Sign up for a super easy SUP lesson for the first time paddlers.
Seatouring Kayak- Available Sundays
Seatouring Kayak- Available Sundays
Seatouring Kayak- Available Sundays
Learn to use a performance seatouring kayaking.
Reentry- Available Sundays
Seatouring Kayak- Available Sundays
Youth Camp- Not Available Yet
Learn a few ways to reenter a seatouring kayak.
Youth Camp- Not Available Yet
Youth Camp- Not Available Yet
Youth Camp- Not Available Yet
Sign your kids up for a week-long camp for paddling(age 8 and older).
Intro to Surfski
Youth Camp- Not Available Yet
Intro to Surfski
Learn to paddle an extremely fast kayak- Surfski.
Parking Update
Harbor Parking
During COVID-19 we do not sell parking permits. Please find a street metered parking nearby.
Street Parking
Hourly metered parking is $2/hr-$5/hr (on game days).
Paid Parking Lots
*Parking will be difficult on big event days, like the Fourth of July or Fleet Week.
A large public parking lot is located at Bryant at Main Street($20-$30/day).
DO NOT LEAVE ANYTHING VISIBLE IN THE CAR.
You can check your belongings in at City Kayak.
Public Transit stops within walking distance- SF MUNI N, T, Bus 10, 30, 45, Caltrain, BART.
Take-away Rental Overnight
Inflatable Kayak/SUP
Inflatable Kayak/SUP
Inflatable Kayak/SUP
Inflatable kayaks or SUPs pack into bags to fit in trunk or backseat in your car.
Car Top Box
Inflatable Kayak/SUP
Inflatable Kayak/SUP
Roof top box can save space in your car and keep smelly items away.
Roof Top Accessories
Inflatable Kayak/SUP
Roof Top Accessories
Tools are available to transporting bulky item or two easier.