Paddle-N-More’s one-hour watercraft rental near Taughannock Falls offers quick access to Cayuga Lake’s scenic shoreline. Discover an easy and rewarding way to engage with this iconic natural destination on kayak or paddleboard.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for beginners in moderate physical shape; balance and basic paddling endurance recommended.
Wildlife
History
Taughannock Falls area has been a gathering place for Indigenous peoples and later became a preserved state park in 1925, emphasizing conservation of its unique gorge environment.
Conservation
Paddle-N-More encourages low-impact recreation, promoting careful equipment use and educating visitors on minimizing disturbance to aquatic ecosystems.
Paddle-N-More
Paddle-N-More’s one-hour watercraft rental near Taughannock Falls offers quick access to Cayuga Lake’s scenic shoreline. Discover an easy and rewarding way to engage with this iconic natural destination on kayak or paddleboard.
Paddle-N-More in Ithaca, New York offers watercraft rentals, guided tours, instructional lessons, and paddlesports certification on Cayuga Lake and nearby launch sites. Paddle-N-More provides flexible rental durations — one-, two-, four-, and eight-hour options — at multiple locations including Myers, Stewart, and Taughannock. Specialty offerings include sunset eco-tours, stargazing tours, and SUP yoga sessions.
The business lists an ACA-endorsed two-hour Introduction to Kayaking lesson for beginners and hosts the American Canoe Association Community Paddlesports Leader Certification — Lake Environment, an immersive three-day course focused on leading safe day trips on inland lakes. Guided tours and lessons are led by trained instructors for skill development, safety, and local route orientation.
Reservations are available through an online booking system to secure equipment and confirm availability, particularly on busy weekends and holidays. Rental and trip descriptions include clear policies and fees at booking to reduce surprises at checkout. Paddle-N-More accommodates self-guided rentals and guided outings, making it suitable for visitors and local paddlers seeking short outings, full-day rentals, instructional sessions, or formal paddlesport leadership training.
Trip listings and booking details are published online so customers can select locations, durations, and guided or independent experiences to plan time on the water with confidence.
Location
Ithaca, NY
Launch sites on Cayuga Lake
Rental Durations
1–8 hours
One, two, four, eight-hour options
ACA Course
Certification Offered
Three-day lake leader course
Online Booking
Reservations
Reserve equipment in advance
Book online to guarantee availability — choose hourly rentals, guided tours, lessons, or the ACA leader certification.
Book Ahead
Reservations guarantee your watercraft, especially important on weekends and holidays when demand spikes.
Return on Time
Late returns incur fees—plan your outing carefully to enjoy the full hour and avoid additional charges.
Bring a Personal Flotation Device
Though provided, having your own ensures comfort and proper fit for safety on the water.
Stay Within Designated Areas
Stick close to shoreline zones for safety and to avoid retrieval fees if equipment is lost.
Water shoes
Protects feet from rocky shorelines and improves traction when launching or landing your watercraft.
summer
Sunscreen
Essential for protecting exposed skin during sunny water outings.
summer
Windbreaker
Helps block wind chills on the lake, especially during cooler transitional months.
spring|fall
Dry bag
Keeps personal items like phones and snacks dry while on the water.