Do I need prior paddle experience?

No; staff provide a short safety and skills briefing suitable for first-timers and support during launch.

Where exactly do I meet?

Meet at 461 Co Rd 26, Longmont, CO 80504; arrive 15 minutes early to check in and gear up.

What watercraft are available?

Stand-up paddleboards, single and tandem kayaks, and canoes are offered for the one-hour rental.

Are life jackets provided?

Yes; life jackets are included and must be worn while on the water.

Can I extend my time on the water?

Extensions depend on availability—ask staff when you check in or book additional time online if offered.

Bring sun protection, a water bottle, closed-toe water shoes and a waterproof case or dry bag for valuables.

Paddle Horsetooth Satanka Cove: 1-Hour SUP, Kayak & Canoe Rentals at Horsetooth Reservoir

1 Hour Rental - Horsetooth Satanka Cove offers a quick high-value way to get on the water at Horsetooth Reservoir, launched from 461 Co Rd 26, Longmont, CO 80504. This one-hour paddle rental lets visitors choose a stand-up paddleboard, kayak or canoe and head into Satanka Cove with a concise safety briefing, life jacket and staff support. The setting is the broad blue of Horsetooth Reservoir backed by the jagged hogback profile of Horsetooth Rock and the rolling foothills of the northern Colorado Front Range. What makes this rental special is how accessible it is: staff provide a concise safety briefing, assistance loading and launching and local route suggestions but you keep the pace. In an hour you can cross quiet coves, nose through reed-lined shallows and scan shoreline benches for western grebe or mule deer coming to drink. The rock here is a resistant sandstone hogback that slices the skyline—an unmistakable landmark and a natural windbreak that shapes afternoon breezes. Practical details feel effortless: arrive fifteen minutes early at the meeting point listed on your reservation to get fitted with a life jacket and paddle. Dry bags and waterproof phone cases are offered as add-ons if you want to protect gear during quick photo stops. Staff remain available by radio for any on-water issues while you explore independently. This rental is ideal for families, first-time paddlers or anyone with only an hour to spare between destinations—think a sunrise stretch before driving north or a late-afternoon cooldown after a trail run nearby. Expect variable winds across the open reservoir, calmer water in tucked coves and the chance to encounter waterfowl, herons and the occasional osprey dive. Leave room in your schedule to hike a short stretch of nearby shoreline trails or to watch the light change on Horsetooth Rock. Responsible recreation matters here: pack out all trash, use designated launch spots and avoid disturbing nesting birds on rocky ledges. Bring sunscreen, a hat and closed-toe water shoes for rocky shorelines. Whether you're carving a quick fitness lap on a SUP or cruising with a partner in a canoe, this one-hour rental delivers a compact scenic taste of Northern Colorado's waterway recreation with straightforward logistics and genuine local knowledge. The staff here know wind patterns and can recommend routes that shelter from chop or deliver a longer crossing if you want to push your pace. Local insight points out rocky coves where cattails and cottonwood stand close to clear shallows ideal for bird watching. For photographers aim for early morning or late afternoon light to capture color on the sandstone and mirror reflections. If you have more time combine a rental with a short hike along the shoreline to relax

About Rocky Mountain Paddleboard

Rocky Mountain Paddleboard is a Greenwood Village, Colorado-based outfitter specializing in stand-up paddleboarding, pontoon boat rentals, guided events, and seasonal memberships. The company offers a variety of experiences across the Denver-Boulder area, including pontoon boat rental in Boulder, 2- and 4-hour group packages on Boulder and Cherry Creek, river clinics on the South Platte at River Run Park, full moon paddles in Denver and Boulder, race clinics, and VIP monthly and full-season memberships.

Sessions include equipment and safety gear appropriate to each activity. Group packages accommodate gatherings and celebrations on lakes, while pontoon rentals hold up to 15 passengers with options for self-guided or captain-assisted trips. River clinics focus on whitewater paddleboarding basics and include gear for a 2.5-hour instructional session. Full moon paddles run about 2.5 hours and use Coast Guard–approved lights for visibility. Race clinics provide 1.5-hour instruction on racing technique and a 1-mile practice course.

Memberships deliver unlimited access to premium boards, discounted lessons, guest passes, and priority entry to events, with membership options available monthly or for a full season. Rocky Mountain Paddleboard emphasizes accessible water recreation, safety equipment, and structured instruction for a range of skill levels. Based in Greenwood Village and operating experiences in Boulder, Cherry Creek, and Denver, Rocky Mountain Paddleboard aims to make paddling convenient, social, and enjoyable for individuals and groups.

Reservations, pricing, and availability are provided through Rocky Mountain Paddleboard's booking channels, with options for self-guided rentals, captain services, and guided clinics tailored to skill level and group size needs.