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36ft. Party Barge Rentals at Pirates Cove Marina, Indiana - Fort Wayne

36ft. Party Barge Rentals at Pirates Cove Marina, Indiana

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

1 to 3 days

Fitness Level

Minimal fitness required; suitable for all ages and ability levels.

Overview

Cruise Salamonie Lake aboard a 36ft. Party Barge from Pirates Cove Marina. Perfect for groups, this rental boat features shaded areas, water slides, and all the basics for a fun day on Indiana’s water.

Andrews, Indiana

36ft. Party Barge

Up to 15 People • 1 to 3 day rentals • Drivers Must Be 18+ • Pickup Between 7:30am and 3:00pm

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About This Adventure

36ft. Party Barge

Duration

1 to 3 Day Rentals

About

Our party barges feature large shaded areas and water slides. Ladders, anchors, life jackets, and chairs are also included. Boat rentals are from 7:30AM to 6:30PM. For Muti-day Rentals, the boat MUST be brought back each night by 6:30pm.

All motorboat rentals include CGA life jackets. Major credit card required for reservations. Additional damage deposit required at time of rental. 48 Hour advance cancellation required. Rental boats begin the day with a full tank of fuel and will be refilled at Pirates Cove Marina upon rental return. Must be 18 years of age. No pets or grills permitted on boats. No tubing or towing allowed behind any Pirates Cove Marina rental boats.

General Policies:

  • There is an additional refundable damage deposit due at the time of rental. Applies to Motor Boats Only
  • There are NO PETS allowed on any rentals.
  • There is no tubing or towing allowed behind the rental boats.
  • There is no grilling allowed on the rental boats but you can bring food in coolers.
  • Renter is responsible for the gas. Each boat is sent out on a full tank of gas and is refilled at the marina upon return. Renter will pay for the amount of gas used.
  • There are no radios on the rental boats so if you need music be sure to bring something with batteries and speakers.
  • We do not sell fishing licenses so if you plan to fish you will need to purchase that beforehand.
  • Boats are not allowed to pull up on the shore. Loading and unloading at the Marina only.
  • There is a $7 entrance fee per vehicle into the state park unless you have a state park pass.

Adventure Tips

Arrive Early for Docking

Pirates Cove Marina is popular on summer weekends, so booking early and arriving by 7:30am helps secure your preferred launch time.

Bring Your Own Music

No radios are installed on the barge, so pack a battery-powered speaker if you want soundtrack vibes while you cruise.

No Pets or Grills Allowed

To maintain safety and cleanliness, pets and grills are prohibited on all rental boats at Pirates Cove Marina.

Fuel Responsibility

The party barge comes with a full tank of fuel; renters must refill the amount they use upon return to the marina.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Great Blue Heron
  • White-tailed deer near shorelines

History

Salamonie Lake is part of a state recreation area created in the 1960s to provide flood control and outdoor recreation in northeast Indiana.

Conservation

Pirates Cove Marina encourages responsible boating practices to protect aquatic life and minimize shoreline erosion on Salamonie Lake.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Sunscreen

Essential

Protect your skin during long hours exposed to the sun on open water.

summer specific

Swimsuit and Towels

Essential

Ideal for jumping off the water slide or taking a dip in the lake.

summer|spring|fall specific

Battery-Powered Speaker

Bring your own music since radios aren’t provided on the boat.

Light Jacket

Evenings on the water can cool off quickly outside of summer months.

spring|fall specific