The Saluda River and Broad River meet in a churning rush of rapids, and then combine to form the quiet Congaree River. Kayaking, Canoeing, tubing boating, and more are just a few possibilities for fun on and along the rivers. Lake Murray is unsalted and shark-free! 50,000-acre recreational paradise located 20 minutes from downtown Columbia. Check out these rental options for kayaks, canoes, tubes, and boats!

Kayak, Canoe, SUP’s and Boat Rentals

Saluda Shoals Park
Kayaks and canoes for rent
Guided canoe & kayak trips available too!
5605 Bush River Rd Columbia
803-772-1228

Palmetto Outdoors
Kayaks for rent
131 Alexander Rd. West Columbia
803-404-8254

River Runner Outdoor Center
Kayaks, canoes, SUP’s for rent
Rent at Saluda Shoals Park
Shuttle service
803-771-0353

AquaFun Boat Rentals & Tours LLC
Pontoon boats, jet-skis, kayaks, SUP’s can be rented by hour, half and full days & multiple days
220 Jakes Landing Rd Lexington
803-413-1693

Sesquicentennial State Park
Canoes, kayaks, pedal boat, boat rentals (for use on lake inside park)
803-788-2706

Better Boating
Pontoon boats, ski boats, kayaks, pedal boats, paddle boards
803-407-2929

Lake Murray Boat Rentals
Pontoon boats
803-462-5292

Adventure Carolina
Kayak & canoe rentals | Guided tours available
803-447-3327

Fishing Guides

Playin’ Hooky
Striped Bass
803-600-4999

Slick Willie’s Guide Service LLC
Striped bass & Catfish
803-924-0857

Saluda John Fishing Guide
Striped Bass
803-766-9705

REEL KAOS Striper Guide / Charter
Striped Bass
803-960-6357

Tubing

Saluda Shoals
Enjoy a relaxing trip down river on one of our premium river tubes. This journey is approximately two hours long and includes a shuttle back to your vehicle. Tubes are available seven days a week from 9am until 3pm, weather and river conditions permitting. $5/daily parking fee applies. Call 803-213-2054 or 213-2050 for more information.

Palmetto Outdoors
Several tube rental packages available
803-404-8254

Phoenix Adventures
Several tube rental packages available
843-260-3669

Adventure Carolina
Tubes $15/ 24 hours
From the launch $20
803-447-3327

Splash Pads

Saluda Splash
803-772-1228

Drew Park
803-545-3100

Greenview Aquatics Center
803-754-5223

Emily Douglas Park
803-733-8531

Melvin Park
803-345-8113

Maxcy Gregg Park
803-545-3100

Heathwood Park
803-733-8446