Renting a Boat

(On Winni.)

Piloting a boat on your own, with no particular route can be a lot of fun. Just make sure you know what you're getting into.

Considerations for renting

You'll need to have a Safe Boating Certificate, or take a test for a Temporary Boating Certificate, assuming your marina of choice is able to issue them.

How long and what kind of boat you want of course will vary, but here are some general recommendations for size and type.

Best for if you really want to explore the lake, and/or do watersports, like skiing, wakeboarding, or tubing

These are best for if you want to fish, swim, and/or have motion sensitive or otherwise boating-adverse people in your group.

There are quite a few Marinas that offer rental boats on the lake.

Here's a list, in no particular order.

Goodhue Boat Company: multiple locations on the lake, offers both bowriders, and pontoon boats. You can book online and see their pricing. More information here.
Irwin Marine: multiple locations on the lake, offers both bowriders, and pontoon boats. You can book online and see their pricing. More information here.
Faye's Boat Yard: Offers bowriders, pontoons, kayaks, and more. You can see their pricing and contact information online. More information here.
Trexler's Marina: Offers bowriders, pontoons, kayaks, and more. You can see their pricing and contact information online. More information here.
Melvin Village Marina: Offers bowriders and pontoons. You can book online and see pricing. More information here.