FAQ’s

Call (616) 430-3434 to make a reservation, check availability, or for more information.

Operating Hours: 9am – 7pm
Rental Hours:  4 hrs, 8 hrs & Multiple Days
Call us for multiple day rentals.

You must be at least 25 years old with a valid credit card and have prior boating experience. No boating license is required in the State of Michigan.

For 4 hour rentals, a $150 deposit is required to make a reservation. For 8 hour rentals, a $200 deposit is required. The balance is due the day of your rental.  Reservation deposit must be on a credit card, not a debit card. Sorry, we cannot hold a date without a reservation.

Cancellation policy is 7 days prior to rental date for refund of deposit minus a 10% processing fee. There is NO REFUND of deposit if you cancel inside 7 days of rental date for ANY reason.

If your boating time is reduced due to rain in Grand Haven, we will prorate the balance due. If it rains all day in Grand Haven, you get a refund of deposit minus 10% processing fee. The decision is not made until the day of your rental, after 1:00 pm. THERE ARE NO CANCELLATIONS BASED ON FORECAST. For rentals of 3+ consecutive days, there are no refunds for inclement weather.

If you arrive late for the start of your rental, the stop time does not change!

Late returns may be charged $20 for every 10 minutes past the end of your rental period!

We offer discounts for veterans, active military personnel and consecutive multiple days.

Cruising Pontoons include fuel. Sport Pontoons do not include fuel.

Fuel consumption will vary depending on your usage. On average, you can plan on $10-$15 per hour of boating for gas. Gas dock is conveniently located on Spring Lake.

Keenan Marina at 1211 Jackson, Grand Haven. Private marina, private parking lot.

Our customers can explore Spring Lake, Grand River and the numerous bayous. Sorry, Lake Michigan is prohibited.

Grand Haven Boat Rental is PET FRIENDLY so don’t leave the dogs at home!

Each boat is equipped with all emergency equipment, including life jackets.

Please plan to arrive approximately 15 minutes before your start time for the Check Out Process.  You will start in our office with applicable paperwork and a short instructional video.  Check Out is finalized at the dock where we familiarize you with operation of the boat, and document the equipment and safety items on a vessel checklist.

During the Check Out Process if there is ANY indication of alcohol or drug use by the renter, including smell, the rental will be cancelled immediately with NO refund of deposit.

Upon your return, please plan on approximately 5 minutes at the dock for the boat to be inspected.

We highly recommend you consult and read all the Michigan boat laws at: https://www.boat-ed.com/michigan/handbook/book.html