Explore Bellingham Bay: Kayak Rentals, SUPs & Guided Sails
Flexible one-hour, two-hour, and full-day rentals plus evening guided sails and skills-based dinghy rentals in Bellingham, WA.
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A variety of sit-on-top and sit-inside kayaks, SUPs, sails, dinghy rentals, and inclusive programs.
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About Community Boating Center
Community Boating Center in Bellingham, Washington provides accessible on-water rentals, lessons, and guided experiences on Bellingham Bay. The organization offers a range of watercraft including single sit-inside kayaks, tandem sit-inside kayaks, single sit-on-top kayaks, tandem sit-on-top kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, dinghies, and keelboats. Rentals are available for one-hour, two-hour, or full-day periods, and an evening sail offers a two-hour guided sailing experience on the bay.
Dinghy and keelboat rentals require a Skills Test that can be completed with an on-water assessment or by taking a refresher or intermediate sailing class. Community Boating Center runs programming focused on inclusion, such as Wild Women programs and partnerships with local organizations to provide financial assistance when available. Safety is emphasized: some sit-inside kayak rentals are recommended only for paddlers who know wet exits and rescue techniques. Lifejackets are included with one-hour and two-hour rentals.
The Center also offers tandem and recreational sit-on-top options suited for all ages and skill levels. Guided evening sails allow participants to help sail or relax while viewing local sights. By combining equipment rentals, safety standards, skills assessments, and women-focused programs, Community Boating Center serves as a practical and community-oriented choice for paddling and sailing on Bellingham Bay.
Staffed by trained instructors and seasonal attendants, the Center emphasizes local stewardship and safe access to waterways. Reservations and on-site check-in options support flexible visits. Equipment options and program scheduling vary seasonally, and participants are encouraged to review rental requirements and skill prerequisites before booking periodically.
Ready for the Water? Reserve Rentals & Sails
Check availability, confirm Skills Test requirements, and book one-hour, two-hour, or full-day rentals and evening sails.