Southern Maine SUP & Boards Rentals with Wheels N Waves
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–8 hours per day, depending on rental length
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; basic paddling endurance helpful
Overview
Paddle serene rivers and salt marshes with multi-day rentals from Wheels N Waves in Wells, Maine. Perfect for all skill levels, enjoy stand-up paddleboarding plus skimboarding and boogieboarding along the dynamic southern Maine coast.
Multi-Day SUP/Skimboard/Boogieboard Rentals
Starting at $15 • Surfboards • 2 to 14 Day Rentals • Paddleboards, Skimboards, Boogieboards
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About This Adventure
Experience the thrill of paddleboarding in southern Maine, where you can glide along serene rivers and salt marshes. With options for all skill levels, our rentals include everything you need for a memorable adventure. Plus, enjoy skimboarding and boogieboarding for even more fun on the water!
Discover Your New Passion
Duration & Rates
Paddleboards
- 2 Days $80
- 3 Days $105
- 4 Days $130
- 5 Days $155
- 6 Days $175
- 1 Week $195
- 2 Weeks $325
Skimboards & Boogieboards
- 2 Days $30
- 3 Days $45
- 4 Days $60
- 5 Days $75
- 6 Days $90
- 1 Week $95
- 2 Weeks $130
About
Paddleboards, also known as SUPs (Stand Up Paddleboards), are extremely popular in southern Maine and so easy to use that nearly everyone can do it. Some more experienced surfers will take them out and catch waves but, most enjoy cruising along the flat water of the local rivers and salt marshes.
Wells Harbor and Footbridge Beach are the two local favorites for paddleboarding, although there are many other options just a short drive away. Most of our rivers are tidal, so please check the tide charts and plan your trip around the daily high tide. We have boards in all sizes for all skill levels and each rental includes a leash, paddle, life jacket, and soft roof racks to transport the board.
On top of the paddleboards, we also have fiberglass skimboards and boogieboards to enjoy the water with.
Adventure Tips
Check Tide Times Before Launching
Most local rivers are tidal, so plan your paddle around high tide for optimal water depth and conditions.
Wear a Life Jacket
Life jackets are included and essential for safety, especially on tidal waters with changing currents.
Secure Your Equipment
Use the provided leash on your paddleboard or boards to avoid losing your gear in the water or currents.
Use Soft Roof Racks for Transport
Wheels N Waves provides soft roof racks so you can easily transport boards without damage.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Great blue herons
- Ospreys hunting over marshes
History
Wells’ salt marshes have long supported local fisheries and seafood harvesting, forming a vital part of the coastal economy.
Conservation
Visitors are urged to respect marsh boundaries and limit wake near shorelines to protect delicate habitats and nesting birds.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Paddleboard or Skimboard
Your primary watercraft, designed for stability and ease on calm and wave-prone waters.
summer specific
Life Jacket
Mandatory personal floatation device for safety on tidal and ocean waters.
Wetsuit
Recommended during cooler months for warmth and protection from cold water.
spring specific
Waterproof Dry Bag
Useful for keeping phones, keys, and clothes dry during your time on the water.