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Rentals

On the Water

Choose Your Adventure

Fontana Marina is your full-service destination for everything you might need for an unforgettable day — or week! — on Fontana Lake. Rent a pontoon or fishing boat, take a historic tour and enjoy beautiful views of the shoreline from the deck of the famous Miss Hazel, or secure your spot on our daily hiker shuttle to the Northshore Trailheads. Explore, discover, and let the Smoky Mountain magic begin!

Watercraft Rentals

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Motorized Boats

Explore 240 miles of Fontana shoreline by boat, from an 18’ Vexus 181 perfect for a day of bass fishing to a 22’ premier pontoon boat for up to 15 passengers, equipped with cutting-edge safety and operational systems.

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Non-Motorized Rentals

Get out on the lake! Single and double kayaks, canoes, stand-up paddleboards (SUP), and pedal boats are all available for rent, and reservations aren’t required! Just stop in and we’ll get you out on the water.

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Motorized Boats

Explore 240 miles of Fontana shoreline by boat, from an 18’ Vexus 181 perfect for a day of bass fishing to a 22’ premier pontoon boat for up to 15 passengers, equipped with cutting-edge safety and operational systems.

reserve now
a canoe on a lake

Non-Motorized Rentals

Get out on the lake! Single and double kayaks, canoes, stand-up paddleboards (SUP), and pedal boats are all available for rent, and reservations aren’t required! Just stop in and we’ll get you out on the water.

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Historic Tours

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Historic
Lake Tours

The famous Miss Hazel — a historic, U.S. Coast Guard-approved, 36-ft pontoon boat — departs daily for scenic cruises along the Eagle and Hazel Creek waterways. This 1.5-hour tour features breathtaking views of the shoreline and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Keep an eye out for eagles, bears, coyotes, and other wildlife!

Please call the Marina directly at 828-498-2017 for Historic Lake Tours and other reservations.

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Hiker Boat Shuttles

Hiking the AT, or looking to camp in the National Park’s backcountry? We offer daily drop-off and scheduled pick-up services by pontoon boat to all Northshore Trailheads. Please note that shuttle services must be reserved 48 hours in advance.

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Slip Rentals & Boat Launching

We make it easy to get out on the water! Fontana Marina offers covered, uncovered, and walk-along slip rentals (with daily, weekly, and annual rates), as well as dry storage and boat-launching services.

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