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Best Pontoon Rentals Near Ohio

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Top Ohio pontoon boat rentals

$75+ /hour

Grosse Ile Township, MI

4.6 (14 bookings)

22 ft super clean pontoon boat ready to use in the Detroit River.

2 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 8 passengers

$62+ /hour

Toledo, OH

AWESOME AVALON PONTOON

4 - 8 hours Captain optional

Up to 11 passengers

$47+ /hour

Grass Lake, MI

5.0 (6 bookings)

Mack Island Pontoon

4 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 12 passengers

$86+ /hour

Manitou Beach-Devils Lake, MI

5.0 (1 booking)

22’ Party Barge on Devils Lake

2 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 11 passengers

Rent a CREST PONTOONS pontoon in Toledo, OH near me

$130+ /hour

Toledo, OH

TIKI BOAT TOLEDO! ENJOY A CAPTAIN DRIVING YOU ON THE MAUMEE RIVER

Lewis Center, OH

Boat In Peace On The Serenity! Beautiful and Clean Pontoon Boat!

3 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 12 passengers

$75+ /hour

College Corner, OH

5.0 (1 booking)

22' Sweetwater Tritoon 150 HP at Hueston Woods State Park GAS INCLUDED

4 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 8 passengers

Top pontoon boat rentals reviews in Ohio

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Customers Reviews

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5/5 stars

Boat In Peace On...

The whole family enjoyed this beautiful pontoon boat on Alum Creek. Lots of power for tubing! I hope we get to go out...

Robin

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

Boat In Peace On...

Norman and his boat were great once again! Highly recommend if you’re looking for a great afternoon on the lake!!

Thomas

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

22’ Party Barge...

Lisa was amazing in helping us get everything on the boat and giving us instructions. She was so kind and so helpful!...

Katharina

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

Boat In Peace On...

Awesome! Norman and his wife were great and the boat was ready for all of our children and grandchildren. Norman...

Dwight

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

Boat In Peace On...

Our family rents from Norman every year. He and his wife are such wonderful hosts - they are always very kind and...

Leah

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

Boat In Peace On...

Had a wonderful experience!!

Bailey

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Boat In Peace On...

Norman was great, A+ easy experience.

Gregory

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

22' Sweetwater...

Don and Michelle we’re incredibly easy to work with great at responding and answering questions. They made the...

Porter

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Boat In Peace On...

Norman delivered all that was booked: beautiful boat, water toys, cooler and his good humor. He was early/on time and...

Sally

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

22 ft super clean...

The boat was really nice. Chris was very helpful and knowledgeable about the boat and the area. Will definitely rent...

Josh

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Boat In Peace On...

Norman was very friendly, responsive, and made everything so easy! The boat was perfect for a birthday celebration,...

Kelly

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Boat In Peace On...

This was our second time renting this same boat from Norman! We had the best day and will be back.

Kristen

Jul 2025

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Frequently asked questions

How many people can fit on the boat rental?

The number of people who can fit on boat rental largely depends on the boat’s size and how many life jackets are on board. Currently the coast guard allows a maximum of 10-12 people on a Boatsetter boat rental.

How old do you have to be to rent a boat?

You must be 18 years old to rent a captained boat and 25 years old if you would like to rent a bareboat charter.

Do I need a boating license to rent a boat?

Boating license requirements vary from state to state. As a renter, you are responsible for understanding local state requirements.

How much does it cost to rent a pontoon boat?

The cost of renting a pontoon boat depends on the size, location, and rental time of the boat. Prices can range anywhere from $200 for a half-day rental or just under a $1,000 for longer rentals.