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Experience ultimate water fun tubing on Smith Mountain Lake with Westlake Boat Rentals. Perfect for thrill-seekers and families ready to enjoy stunning Virginia lake views!
Experience ultimate water fun tubing on Smith Mountain Lake with Westlake Boat Rentals. Perfect for thrill-seekers and families ready to enjoy stunning Virginia lake views!
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Operated by Westlake Boat Rentals · Hardy, Virginia
moderate.
2–3 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires basic balance and strength to hold onto the tube
No, tubing is beginner-friendly and suitable for people of all ages and skill levels.
Yes, all participants receive life jackets to ensure safety on the water.
Tubing is generally safe for children aged 6 and up, but check with the company for any age-specific restrictions.
Westlake Boat Rentals encourages the use of their maintained equipment to ensure safety, but you can inquire about using personal gear.
Staff will monitor weather conditions closely and may pause or reschedule tubing sessions for your safety.
Yes, nearby Hardy and Roanoke offer various dining options to enjoy before or after your tubing adventure.
Smith Mountain Lake was created in the 1960s through dam construction, transforming the area into a recreational hotspot.
Efforts at the lake include preserving water quality and promoting responsible boating to protect local ecosystems.
Westlake Boat Rentals is a boat rental company located in Hardy, Virginia, serving visitors and residents of Smith Mountain Lake. The company operates a fleet that includes a 200hp 24' Sylvan Tritoon, a 150hp 23' Avalon Tritoon, a 150hp 23' Crest Tritoon, and a 24' Sylvan pontoon with a 90hp Yamaha motor. Rentals include watersports gear such as tubes, water skis, and wakeboards, plus life jackets, swim ladders, and a dockside safety check to prepare guests for time on the water. Guests may choose guided charters or self-drive rentals for sightseeing, swimming, watersports, or family outings. A dedicated fishing charter is offered with Captain Wendell, who provides more than twenty years of Smith Mountain Lake fishing experience aboard a 23-foot Hurricane deck boat equipped with premium gear and a fish finder. Boats are equipped with comfort features like Bluetooth stereos, plush seating, and Bimini tops for shade. Staff provide maps to local attractions and briefings to ensure safe navigation and enjoyable routes. Safety and clear communication are emphasized through life jacket availability and dockside procedures before departure. Westlake Boat Rentals accommodates groups and families, with the 24-foot Sylvan pontoon seating up to ten people for relaxed cruises and lakeside recreation. Booking information, availability, and rates are managed through direct reservation channels. Friendly staff assist with equipment setup, safety checks, and local recommendations to help guests make the most of their day on Smith Mountain Lake. Arrive at the dock early to complete the safety briefing and start promptly, and enjoy.
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