NOTICE: Upcoming changes to watercraft inspections starting May 7, 2025 due the invasive Golden Mussel, which has recently been identified in North America. KNOW BEFORE YOU GO, visit the Invasive Mussels Page more information on current inspection procedures.
The East Bay Regional Park District has numerous opportunities for watercraft launch and rental. All watercraft need to have wearable Coast Guard approved Personal Flotation Device (PFD) available for each passenger.
- Mandatory Watercraft Inspections
- District Rules and Regulations Concerning Aquatics and Boating (Section 500)
- Boating Field Trips (Kayak and Canoe)
- Canoeing and Kayaking Programs
- Watercraft Permitted by Park
- Watercraft for Rent by Park
- Water, Boating and Sun Safety
Boating Field Trips (Kayak and Canoe)
The Outdoor Recreation Department provides affordable boating field trips for schools and community organizations.
More information and Apply for a Boating Field Trip.
Canoeing and Kayaking Programs
Boating Activity Calendar Discover Boating Activities, Classes, and Programs!
Join us for one of our regularly scheduled public canoeing or kayaking trips in a group setting, where our engaging Outdoor Recreation staff will guide you on a fun paddle exploring our Regional Parks’ waterways and lakes. We offer a variety of programs; all include paddle and safety instruction, and gear. Some programs also feature a naturalist.
Register for one of our public Canoeing or Kayaking programs.
Mandatory Watercraft Inspections
Know Before You Go - visit the Mandatory Inspection Webpage for more information.
Watercraft Permitted by Park
Know Before You Go - visit the Mandatory Inspection Webpage for more information.
Asterisks * indicate permissible watercraft.
| WATERCRAFT | CONTRA LOMA | CROWN BEACH | DEL VALLE | LAKE CHABOT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canoe/Kayak | * | * | * | * |
| Inflatable | * | * | * | * (3 or more chambers) |
| Float tube | * | * | * | * |
| Stand-Up Paddle Board | * Must meet shower requirements, wear wetsuit, and life jacket | * | * | |
| Sailboard | * | * | * | |
| Sailboat | * 17-foot limit | * | ||
| Row Boat | * 17-foot limit | * | * must be carried in; 17-foot limit | |
| Electric Boat | * 17-foot limit | * | ||
| Motor Boat | * | |||
| Patio Boat | * |
| WATERCRAFT | MLK SHORELINE | QUARRY LAKES | SHADOW CLIFFS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canoe/Kayak | * | * | * |
| Inflatable | * | * | * |
| Float tube | * No mussel inspection required. No towing by motor vessel in water. | * Horseshoe and Rainbow lakes only | * Arroyo and Main lake |
| Stand-Up | * | * Horseshoe lake only | * |
| Sailboard | * | * | * |
| Sailboat | * | * | * 17-foot limit |
| Row Boat | * | * | * 17-foot limit |
| Electric Boat | * | * | * 17-foot limit |
| Motor Boat | * | ||
| Patio Boat | * |
Watercraft for Rent by Park
Asterisks * indicate permissible watercraft.
| WATERCRAFT | CROWN BEACH | DEL VALLE | LAKE CHABOT | SHADOW CLIFFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canoe/Kayak | * | * | Kayak | |
| Windsurf | * | * | ||
| Paddleboard | * | * | * | |
| Pedal Boat | * | * | * | |
| Row Boat | * | * | * | |
| Electric Motor Boat | * | * | * | |
| Patio Boat | * | * | ||
| Pontoon Boat | * | |||
| Tour/Charter Boat | * may charter | * may charter |
Contra Loma does not have watercraft rentals