Rent a Boat in Minneapolis, MN
The Chain of Lakes—Bde Maka Ska, Harriet, and Cedar—offers mirror-calm paddling under city skyscrapers, while the Mississippi River unlocks lock-through skyline cruises and live-music barges.
What to know
The most popular boat rental styles in Minneapolis include:
- Electric pontoons & sailboats for silent lake loops with urban backdrops.
- Jet-boats & deck boats for Mississippi runs through Stone Arch Bridge.
Lock timing and low bridges make a captain handy for newcomers.
Safety regulations
- Boater-ed rule: Minnesota card for operators 12-17 on >25 hp vessels.
- Life jackets: Kids < 10 must wear PFDs underway.
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