Best Boat Rentals in Pittsburgh, PA
Looking for boat Rentals in Pittsburgh? Below you'll find 10 local options with their address, phone number, website and opening hours, plus practical advice on choosing the right one.
What they do: Boat, kayak, canoe and pontoon rentals on rivers and lakes. In Pennsylvania, anyone born on or after January 1, 1982 needs a Boating Safety Education Certificate to operate a motorboat of more than 25 hp.
This guide lists 10 boat Rentals in and around Pittsburgh, spread across 6 ZIP codes. 10 have a phone number you can call directly from this page, 9 link to their own website, 10 are open on weekends. Listings are organized so you can compare them at a glance and contact them directly.
Top 10 Boat Rentals in Pittsburgh
Listings are shown in no paid order: no business can pay to appear or to rank higher on this page.
1 Pittsburgh Boat Rental
- Address 1 River Rd, McKees Rocks, PA 15136
- Phone (412) 773-0988
- Website threeriversrentals.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 9 AM-9 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 9 AM-9 PM |
| Wed | 9 AM-9 PM |
| Thu | 9 AM-9 PM |
| Fri | 9 AM-9 PM |
| Sat | 9 AM-9 PM |
| Sun | 9 AM-9 PM |
2 Rush Hour Boat Charters
- Address 238 W Station Square Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
- Phone (412) 855-7874
- Website rushhourboatcharter.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 10 AM-12 AM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10 AM-12 AM |
| Wed | 10 AM-12 AM |
| Thu | 10 AM-12 AM |
| Fri | 10 AM-12 AM |
| Sat | 10 AM-12 AM |
| Sun | 10 AM-12 AM |
3 Pittsburgh Pontoons
- Address Lockwall One Marina, 2 23rd St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
- Phone (724) 209-4403
- Website pittsburghpontoons.com
Opening hours
| Mon | Open 24 hours |
|---|---|
| Tue | Open 24 hours |
| Wed | Open 24 hours |
| Thu | Open 24 hours |
| Fri | Open 24 hours |
| Sat | Open 24 hours |
| Sun | Open 24 hours |
4 Pittsburgh Party Pontoons
- Address 238 W Station Square Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
- Phone (412) 606-8111
- Website pittsburghpartypontoons.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 11 AM-8 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 11 AM-8 PM |
| Wed | 11 AM-8 PM |
| Thu | 11 AM-8 PM |
| Fri | 11 AM-8 PM |
| Sat | 11 AM-8 PM |
| Sun | 11 AM-8 PM |
5 Fox Chapel Yacht Club
- Address 1366 Old Freeport Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15238
- Phone (412) 967-1500
- Website foxchapelmarine.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 11 AM-8 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 11 AM-8 PM |
| Wed | 11 AM-8 PM |
| Thu | 11 AM-8 PM |
| Fri | 11 AM-8 PM |
| Sat | 11 AM-8 PM |
| Sun | 11 AM-8 PM |
6 Washington's Landing Marina
- Address 100 Waterfront Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
- Phone (412) 321-3600
- Website washingtonslandingmarina.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 11:30 AM-10 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 11:30 AM-10 PM |
| Wed | 11:30 AM-11 PM |
| Thu | 11:30 AM-11 PM |
| Fri | 11:30 AM-12 AM |
| Sat | 11:30 AM-12 AM |
| Sun | 11:30 AM-10 PM |
7 Aspinwall Marina
- Address 285 River Ave, Aspinwall, PA 15215
- Phone (412) 781-2340
Opening hours
| Mon | 9 AM-5 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 9 AM-5 PM |
| Wed | 9 AM-5 PM |
| Thu | 9 AM-5 PM |
| Fri | 9 AM-5 PM |
| Sat | 9 AM-5 PM |
| Sun | 9 AM-5 PM |
8 Freedom Boat Club and Marina (Station Square)
- Address 238 W Station Square Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
- Phone (412) 689-9537
- Website stationsquare.com
Opening hours
| Mon | Open 24 hours |
|---|---|
| Tue | Open 24 hours |
| Wed | Open 24 hours |
| Thu | Open 24 hours |
| Fri | Open 24 hours |
| Sat | Open 24 hours |
| Sun | Open 24 hours |
9 Peggy's Harbor
- Address 2211 1 Liverpool St, Pittsburgh, PA 15233
- Phone (412) 321-2805
- Website peggysharbor.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 9 AM-5 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 9 AM-5 PM |
| Wed | 9 AM-5 PM |
| Thu | 9 AM-5 PM |
| Fri | 9 AM-5 PM |
| Sat | 9 AM-5 PM |
| Sun | 9 AM-5 PM |
10 Fox Chapel Yacht Club
- Address 1366 Old Freeport Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15238
- Phone (412) 967-1500
- Website foxchapelmarine.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 11:30 AM-10 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 11:30 AM-10 PM |
| Wed | 11:30 AM-11 PM |
| Thu | 11:30 AM-11 PM |
| Fri | 11:30 AM-12 AM |
| Sat | 11:30 AM-12 AM |
| Sun | 11:30 AM-10 PM |
How to choose boat Rentals in Pittsburgh
- Check seasonal hours, since many attractions change their schedule in winter.
- Look for discount days, family passes and membership options.
- Check parking and accessibility before you go.
- Pack for the weather. Pennsylvania weather changes quickly, especially in spring and fall.
- For state parks, check the DCNR website for alerts, closures and reservations.
Local tips for Pittsburgh
Allegheny County's Health Department licenses plumbers throughout the county and inspects restaurants, and the City of Pittsburgh's Department of Permits, Licenses and Inspections handles building permits and contractor licensing inside city limits.
Because of the rivers and hills, a business that looks close on a map can be a long drive away. Check which side of the river it's on and whether a bridge or tunnel stands in the way, especially at rush hour.
Pittsburgh is in Allegheny County, and local phone numbers use the 412 and 878 area codes. Popular areas include Downtown, Strip District, Lawrenceville, Shadyside, Squirrel Hill, Oakland, South Side, North Shore.
Frequently asked questions
Which boat Rentals in Pittsburgh are open on weekends?
According to their listed hours, these are open on Saturday or Sunday: Pittsburgh Boat Rental, Rush Hour Boat Charters, Pittsburgh Pontoons, Pittsburgh Party Pontoons, Fox Chapel Yacht Club, Washington's Landing Marina. Hours can change on holidays, so call before you go.
Which areas of Pittsburgh do these boat Rentals cover?
The boat Rentals on this list are located in ZIP codes 15136, 15215, 15219, 15222, 15233, 15238. Many businesses also serve nearby neighborhoods and suburbs, so ask when you call.
Are Pennsylvania state parks free?
Yes. Pennsylvania state parks don't charge an entrance fee, although camping, cabins, some pools and special activities have fees.
What are the best times to visit attractions in Pittsburgh?
Weekday mornings are usually the quietest. Summer weekends and school holidays are the busiest.
Where can I find trails near Pittsburgh?
Use the DCNR's ExplorePAtrails.com and local park websites to find trails by length, difficulty and activity.
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Information is collected from public sources and may change. Please confirm hours, prices and availability directly with each business. Business owner? Ask us to update your listing.