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Float Your Boat as a Family

July 7, 2020

Everyone is looking for something fun to do outdoors this summer but also hoping to stay cool in the Chester County heat. Luckily we have some great spots nearby where you can rent boats, tubes, paddleboards or bring your own and enjoy a day on the water. 

Northbrook Canoe Co.
1810 Beagle Road, West Chester, PA 19382
Kayaks, Canoes, Tubes available for rent
Make reservations online or call 1-800-898-2279 or 610-793-2279
https://www.northbrookcanoe.com/

Marsh Creek State Park
675 Park Road, Downingtown, PA 19335
Kayaks, motorboats, row boats with motors, paddleboards available to rent. Concession stand available.
If you launch your own boat at Marsh Creek be sure to get a permit and the proper equipment before heading out on the water
https://www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateParks/FindAPark/MarshCreekStatePark/Pages/default.aspx
Boat rental information: https://www.marshcreeklake.com/

French Creek State Park
843 Park Road, Elverson, PA 19520-9523
Boat rentals are available daily at the Hopewell Lake pool complex from Memorial Day to Labor Day and on weekends during May and September. If you launch your own boat be sure to check rules and regulations for French Creek State Park.
https://www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateParks/FindAPark/FrenchCreekStatePark/Pages/default.aspx