Kayak and Paddleboard at Montrose Beach

Paddle through the shimmering waters of Montrose Beach and feel the wind in your hair with Chicago’s iconic kayak and paddleboard outfitter

Cancellation: 48 hours
Highlights
  • Explore the Lake Michigan shoreline like never before with our top-quality rentals
  • Experience the thrill of kayaking and paddle boarding in one of Chicago’s most stunning locations
  • Rent a kayak or paddle board and create memories that will last a lifetime
What's Included
  • Kayak/SUP, paddle, and lifejacket included
  • Instruction orientation that covers paddle strokes, safety, boundaries, and rules of the water
  • Map provided for navigation
Additional Information
  • Come prepared to get a little wet and be out in the sun.
  • We recommend lightweight and synthetic clothing.
  • You can bring cameras, but they do have the possibility of getting wet, so bring a waterproof bag.

Video Source: @kayakchicago

Location
Kayak Chicago
West Le Moyne Street
We are at the Southeast end of the beach, in front of the bird sanctuary
Cancellation Policy

If you need to cancel, you must do so at least 48 hours in advance of your tour or rental time in order to be refunded. Cancellations within 48 hours prior to your scheduled time can be rescheduled for a $25/person rescheduling fee but will not be refunded.

Customer Ratings
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Abby
Sep 20, 2024
Best way to experience Lake Michigan
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Thomas
Sep 12, 2024
Love the beach vibes at Kayak Chicago's Montrose Beach location. Always a great time out on the lake -- reserving/booking online first the way to go. Lunch or drinks afterwards at Montrose Dock is also a must.
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Kseniia
Aug 22, 2024
It was great experience! I will definitely come back and bring more friends. Stuff is very friendly and helpful! Thank you
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Joel
Aug 22, 2024
Super fun, definitely will come back soon.
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Anastassiya
Aug 12, 2024
I really enjoyed paddleboarding and kayaking at the Montrose beach location. The staff is super professional and helpful. They make the experience fun and safe. Thank you 😊
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Corinne
Aug 12, 2024
The location at Montrose Beach was easy to access, the staff were really welcoming and helpful, and the experience was phenomenal. My husband and I rented a tandem kayak and were able to paddle around while viewing some of the air show happening a few miles south. We will definitely book another adventure with Kayak Chicago soon!
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Aristea
Aug 5, 2024
So while the original plan was to paddleboard here, I didn't get to Montrose beach until half hour before Kayak Chicago closed. I know they list it as
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Lucene
Aug 19, 2024
I wanted to kayak on Lake Michigan but couldn’t because of the tide and couldn’t reschedule because how would I know if it was a big tide. Anyways, we did so in the harbor. Which was kind of chaotic and gross. So yeah would like my money back or reschedule but alas hahahaha
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