Nockamixon Boat Rental

Nockamixon Boat Rental

215-538-1340
Nockamixon State Park
1542 Mountain View Drive Quakertown, PA 18951

Hours

We will be open on 9/10, 9/11, 9/17 and 9/18 before closing for the season. See updated hours below. We will be renting NON-MOTORIZED BOATS ONLY.

Final Hours 2016 Season
Sept. 10th and 11th	11 am to 5 pm
Sept. 17th and 18th	11 am to 5 pm

More information can be found under Frequently Asked Questions.

Our Boats

We are renting only non-motorized boats for the remainder of the season.
Last rental is 1 hour before closing.

Please remember you'll need to be able to tell time out on the water - bring a watch or a waterproof container for your phone.

More information can be found under Frequently Asked Questions.

14' Electric Motor Boat
Seats 3 adults, or 2 adults & 2 small children
Up to one hour: $35 Up to two hours: $60 Up to three hours: $80 Up to four hours: $90

Pontoon Boat
Reservations are recommended and can be made one day in advance. We begin taking weekend reservations Friday at 9 am. We do not take reservations for one-hour rentals; it can be reserved for 2-4 hours.
Seats 5 people, including children
Up to one hour: $90 Up to two hours: $170 Up to three hours: $210 Up to four hours: $250

Single Kayak
Seats one person
Up to one hour: $20 Up to two hours: $35 Up to three hours: $45 Up to four hours: $50

Double Kayak
Seats 2 people
Up to one hour: $30 Up to two hours: $55 Up to three hours: $75 Up to four hours: $80

Stand Up Paddle Board
Seats 1 person
Up to one hour: $25 Up to two hours: $45 Up to three hours: $65 Up to four hours: $80

Peddle Boat
Seats 2 adults & 1 child
Up to one hour: $25 Up to two hours: $45 Up to three hours: $55 Up to four hours: $60

Row Boat
Seats 3 adults, or 2 adults & 2 small children
Up to one hour: $25 Up to two hours: $45 Up to three hours: $55 Up to four hours: $60

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Pricing

Last motorized rental is 2 hours before closing.
Last non-motorized rental is 1 hour before closing.

Reservations are recommended for our pontoon boat and can be made one day in advance. We begin taking weekend reservations Friday at 9 am. We do not take reservations for one-hour rentals; it can be reserved for 2-4 hours.

All other boats are first-come, first-serve.

More information can be found under Frequently Asked Questions.

Boat	Max Occupancy	Up to 1 Hour	Up to 2 Hours	Up to 3 Hours	Up to 4 Hours
14' Electric Motor Boat	3 adults, or 2 adults & 2 small children	$35	$60	$80	$90
Pontoon Boat	5 people (including children)	$90	$170	$210	$250
Single Kayak	1 person	$20	$35	$45	$50
Double Kayak	2 people	$30	$55	$75	$80
Stand Up Paddleboard	1 person	$25	$45	$65	$80
Peddle Boat	2 adults & 1 child	$25	$45	$55	$60
Row Boat	3 adults, or 2 adults & 2 small children	$25	$45	$55	$60

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where are you located?

In Nockamixon State Park at 1542 Mountain View Drive Quakertown, PA 18951. Our phone number is 215-538-1340.

What do we need in order to rent a boat?

A government-issued photo ID for use as a deposit, and a form of payment. We accept Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For our pontoon boat, we also require $100 cash or a Visa or Mastercard to hold as a deposit.

Do we need a reservation?

Reservations are recommended for our pontoon boat. All other boats are first-come, first-serve. Our pontoon boat can be reserved one day in advance. We begin taking weekend reservations Friday at 9 am. We do not take reservations for one-hour rentals; the pontoon can only be reserved for 2-4 hours.

Where should we park?

Follow signs in the park for Boat Rental; we have two large lots near our location in the center of the western shore. Parking is free.

I'm bringing a very large group, what do you recommend we do?

It will help you and our staff to discuss your plans with your group ahead of time, and review our boat selection. We do not rent motorized boats to large groups as it poses a safety hazard. Having a head count and a spokesperson is always helpful. Please be aware that while we have a large fleet of boats, weekends and holidays are peak times and demand can be high.

How old must you be to rent a boat?

16 for non-motorized boats, with a valid government-issued ID for use as a deposit. 21 for our electric motor boats, and 25 to rent our pontoon boat. Adults who wish to rent non-motorized boats for their children must leave their ID as a deposit. We will not allow children under 15 on the water without an adult joining them.

Do we need life jackets?

Life jackets are provided at no charge. If you would like to bring your own life jackets that is acceptable, provided they are Coast Guard approved. When using kayaks and paddle boards, you must wear your life preserver at all times in accordance with state law. For other boats, children 12 and under must wear a life preserver at all times, while adults need only have a preserver on board with them. Again these are included in your rental at no charge.

Do children count towards a boat's max occupancy?

Our motor boats and row boats allow you to swap out one adult for two SMALL children (generally around 40 lbs is the cutoff for a "small" child).
Please see our price sheet for details. The rest of our boats have a strict maximum occupancy regardless of age/size, as your safety is our number one priority.

...but do infants count towards a boat's max occupancy?

As all children must wear a Coast Guard approved life preserver at all times, we are not permitted to allow infants aboard our boats if they do not safely fit a CG approved life preserver. We reserve the right to refuse to allow an infant aboard our boats for safety reasons, so we recommend you call ahead with any questions, or prepare to have an adult on shore to stay with the infant. Please note that we do not have infant-sized life vests available.

Are dogs allowed on your boats?

Dogs are welcome aboard our rowboats and 14' electric motor boats only.

Can we swim from your boats?

Swimming is not permitted anywhere in the lake, from our boats or otherwise.

Can we fish from your boats?

Yes, however please be aware you must follow all PA fishing regulations including licensing. See the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission site for more information. We do not sell fishing licenses on site, nor are they available in the park, so please plan accordingly.

Can we launch our boat from your site?

No, please launch your boat from one of the park's many convenient boat launches. A map can be found here.

Is alcohol permitted on your boats?

Alcohol is forbidden in PA state parks, and will not be permitted on our boats. We reserve the right to refuse rentals for visibly intoxicated patrons.

How will we know when our rental is over?

We will give you a return time when you begin your rental; it is your responsibility to have a way to keep track of the time while on the water. A watch or waterproof bag for your phone will be helpful. Other suggestions can be found in our Tips section.

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Tips

Bring sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat.

Bring extra funds in case you decide to stay out on the lake longer.

Pack plenty of water and snacks, though there is a bottled drink vending machine on site.

Have a way to tell time out on the water.

Protect your belongings - bring zip-closing bags for your cell phone, wallet and keys.

Dress to get wet especially if you will be renting kayaks or paddle boards. In rowboats, motor boats and peddle boats your feet may become wet.

More information can be found under Frequently Asked Questions.

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Park Info

We are located in the 5,286-acre Nockamixon State Park.
More information on the park can be found on the Nockamixon State Park website.

Map of Nockamixon State Park

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