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Come spend a fun and relaxing day on the Contoocook River. You can put in right at the shop at our beach or be shuttled up river. We offer a variety of kayaks, canoes or stand up paddle boards for rental. Call today to reserve!

 
 

Rental Rates

  • CONCORD LOCATION ONLY

    Closed for the season. Rentals start end of May.

    Monday - Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Renting From the Beach (located at the shop)- ALL DAY (No shuttle)

    *Must arrive before 4 PM and be back by 5 PM

    Single Recreational 12’ Kayak (one person) - $40.00

    Single Light-touring 14’6” Kayak (one person) - $45.00

    Fishing Kayak - $55.00

    Double Kayak (two person) - $50.00

    Canoe (up to 3 people) - $50.00

    Put-in Personal Boat - $5.00 per boat

    Stand Up Paddleboard ONLY:

    Half Day Rental (9AM to 12:30PM / 1PM to 5PM) - $25.00

    Full Day Rental - $35.00

  • CONCORD LOCATION ONLY

    Please call ahead to reserve.

    9 Mile Shuttle

    Monday - Friday: 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM

    Saturday - Sunday: 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM

    *Must arrive 45 mins prior to shuttle time and be back by 5 PM

    Single Recreational 12’ Kayak (one person) - $50.00

    Single Light-touring 14’6” Kayak (one person) - $55.00

    Double Kayak (two person) - $65.00

    Canoe (up to 3 people) - $65.00

    Stand Up Paddleboard - $35.00

    Personal Kayak or Canoe - $15.00 (additional $5 per extra paddler in canoe or double kayak)

  • AVAILABLE AT BOTH LOCATIONS WITH RESERVATION

    *Please call at least 2 weeks in advance to schedule.

    Friends, families, companies, school trips, day camps— we can accommodate all types of large group outings. We offer a 10% discount when (5) or more canoes, kayaks and paddleboards are rented. Call a few weeks in advance to make a reservation. You can also inquire about renting space for “after-paddling” barbecuing and picnicking.

ATTENTION

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Self-shuttling of personal boats is NOT ALLOWED.

NO PARKING on property unless you are putting in at our beach or being shuttled by us. Violators will be towed.

ALL boats must be back by 5:00PM. A late fee will be charged for rental and personal boats at $15.00 a boat per 30 minutes.

No alcohol allowed.

No tubes or rafts allowed.

Safety & liability

There are inherent risks in a trip on the river. Because of this, Contoocook River Canoe Co. LLC does not assume responsibility for the injury, death or loss of property. If you are renting one of our boats, you will be required to sign a liability release form before your trip. Anyone under the age of 18 must have a parent’s or guardian’s signature. Any one under 18 years must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

 

FAQs

  • Reservations are not required but are highly recommended, especially for shuttles. Large groups must call ahead to reserve. Please call ahead to make a reservation.

  • Yes, dogs are allowed in our Canoes Only or Personal Boats. Dogs must be on a leash at all times

  • We recommend that you bring:

    • cell phone

    • shoes you don’t mind getting wet

    • sunscreen

    • dry bag/plastic ziplock bag

    • trash bag

    • plenty of water and snacks

  • Yes, there are a few places that you can stop along the river and get out. Before your trip, we will review the map and point out the public beaches on your route. A local favorite is Daisy’s Beach on the Contoocook River. It’s only a 2 mile paddle from our Concord shop.

  • We recommend that you bring or buy food /water before you arrive. We do not sell drinks or food.