We had an amazing experience renting a boat from Paul. The red Sanger could fit 10-11 people and…read moreeverybody loved it! We took the boat to lake Mohave and used it for tubing and just boating around to relax. We were very pleased with how responsive Paul was from beginning to end. We plan on renting a boat from him again this October for another family trip!

Rented a boat from that company. Everything was smooth, boat was great. Will rent it again.read more

We are returning clients at Rawhyde Castaic, we came back because of their excellent training…read moreprogram, their fantastic service and the great camaraderie we have yet to find anywhere else. We took the Intro Plus this time and were challenged to expand our off-road riding skills. This 120 acre terrain offers a unique opportunity for lots of skill options with loose sand, gravel, large hills, ruts and grooves, obstacles and much more. Their coaches have years of experience. The staff is knowledgeable and accommodating, the Chef is top notch. The training camp is all inclusive. Will we be back? Absolutely! Once you have gone through the program you become part of a new family and you are always welcome whether it's for more training (private or in group) or just a visit to say hi. You can bring your own bike or rent one of their latest edition BMW GS or GSA, with an option to purchase one that includes many incentives. We purchased our BMW 1250 GS 2 years ago after our intro class and have been hooked ever since traveling across the US and Canada. If you aspire to the exciting lifestyle of adventure motorcycle travel particularly on the BMW GS series motorcycle, enroll in the Rawhyde adventure training program so you are then prepared for incredible opportunities.

Spot on company!!! Everyone and everything was top notch with Raw Hyde Adventure (CA location…read more10/2024. The entire staff was amazing!! The coaches (JJ, Mark & Bill) held the group motivated even during a heat wave and kept us learning in rough conditions. The chefs were putting out mind blowing food and mechanic was amazing as I brought my own bike and had to remove items. WENDY is the glue with her love and energy is mind blowing!!!!! Coming with zero experience of off road I walked away 3 days later with such information to go protective and hit the BLM lands!!! Jim Hyde is running an amazing training facility! Such a great and fun group of happy and experienced employees..... it's truly a family.

Dave was amazing guide and knew the history of the park/lake. He knew how to put us on the biting…read morefishing. A great time was had!!!

Booking a fishing trip with Dave is MORE than just a fishing trip -- it's a lifetime experience! I…read morebooked with Dave for my boyfriend's birthday. My boyfriend fishes, but I am new to it, and Dave was so patient with me throughout the entire trip. I've been on a handful of guided fishing tours and this was by far the most amazing/memorable trip. Dave knows so much history of Lake Castaic and is an amazing fisherman. I learned so much about the fishing culture there, and picked up a lot of new fishing tips & tricks. I had a lot of first time experiences on this trip all thanks to Dave (even caught my first striper) Felt like I was fishing with my best bud :)

On a road trip from LA to a national park, my friend Denise and I stopped at Pyramid Lake to…read morestretch our legs and witness the majestic waves that Mother Nature can introduce with a slow roll. When we first arrived, we pulled off at a spot that was the Lake but not the part of the lake that had the expansive water stretch. This part of the lake was so long in length that the water seemed to reach past infinity into the very moment where it all begin-- the point of creation that can be described as the bing bang or the celestial light was turn on, or something else all together. Who am I to judge how someone believes that this lake and all other molecules and atoms were created? I can appreciate beauty without knowing its first source. When we stepped into the first part of the lake we approached a fishermen. He explained that this part was the smaller part of the lake and if we drove a bit, we would see the bigger part. What he neglected to say to us, is that we had to leave the smaller part of the lake get into freeway to get to the bigger part of the lake. Eventually Denise and I figured it out but it took some wrong terms and clearer directions from a park ranger. What was grand about speaking with this fishermen was that I was able to see the carcasses of fish he had caught. I describe it as grand but in reality the moment was grim for I saw multiple fish caught in a hook, still in the water. What was once their area of splash and play now was their grave. I guess that is why people should not see how the sausage is made, for we will know that death is required to make a beautiful plate sing with a protein at the center. I digress. Once we got to the large area of the lake, where the water stretched like I said before, we were welcomed to the type of serenity that only still water can produce within humans and fowl. I wish I would have taken more pictures of the glistening beauty all around but I did take a few. For instance there is this picture where the lake begins, after a boardwalk ends, and the water continues past mountains into the sky. The water and sky did not become one but they seemed to meet at point of convergence. Furthermore, in this picture, there is a single boat, barely visible, but it is there. The boat goers were living the moment to the max. Denise and I just walked a bridge that took us to the water's edge but these folks, in the boat, were dancing with nature. The dance was slow, not tedious, and the movement was graceful, like those performed by members of a ballet company. The boat goers were the swans in the dance, they were the swans swimming calmly along. I asked a lake worker if Denise and I could get in a boat for like 10 to 15 minutes just so we can say we experienced the boat in the water and the day to the max. We were not allowed, we needed to shell 150 for an hour rental. We did not have the time to enjoy the lake to this max. I guess sometimes, people only have time to smell a rose, they do not have time to cultivate one of their very own. The place was not lush or rustic. It was more simple nature left undisturbed. It's growth and water were the kind of work that makes me understand why some people escape to the woods and to the beach. Because in places like this, where nature holds might, problems do not exist. It is only the cherished traits of nature that remain, and I guess this is why these places remain as oases or is it osai or osaieses? As Denise and I were leaving the bigger part of the lake we saw the most wonderful thing, a rock formation with a pyramid in front of its face. We discovered why this lake was named Pyramid Lake. It turns out that the detour was part of the journey all along. True about this roadtrip true about life.

Campground Host Tammy STORMED onto our group campground, (where there were 2 adults and 5 kids),…read moreSCREAMING that we needed to move our truck. She did not say who she was or "hello"- she came in yelling while we were gathered around a picnic table having a great time as a family. When we calmly asked where the rules stated we could not park our camper topped truck on our site, she continued to yell disrespectfully but also said it was not written anywhere but we "better move it." We calmly replied that we were all set up, and if she could show us in writing to move it, we would immediately, but if not, we were respectfully declining. She screamed that she was sending the Sheriff. We told her that was no problem and asked that he please bring the rules when he arrived. The Sheriff arrived later and was very kind and professional. He greeted us and the kids and had a calm discussion. However, he said the rule was not in writing and it was Tammy's rule. So, we did not move the truck. The next morning, as we we were all ready to go to the lake, Tammy and the lake host stormed into our camp again- yelling that we had been evicted- we could not stay our 2nd night, and were also banned from the lake. Yes- they told 5 children on Labor Day Weekend, that they had to go home and were banned from the lake. We paid $130/night to have a large site and set up our truck. This was a TERRIBLE experience on a trip we were all so excited about taking. Honestly, the worst part was how Tammy treated us.

I was referred by a friend who has been using Roy for over 20 years. I brought my boat in for an…read moreannual service plus some other maintenance work. Roy explained and showed photos of everything he was doing and helped me understand certain maintenance needs to me as a new boat owner. He offered the best service and took many phone calls of mine for questions I needed extra clarification on. Roy attended to all my requests/concerns. His fees are worth every penny. He is thorough and honest. Thank you Roy !

So far only been to once, but they gave me good service on my MB B52 Alpha, for yearly service,…read morethey are quick, respond quick, and next to Castaic Lake. My new goto for boat service

My Yamaha 115 was running rough so I took it to Lakeside Boats for diagnosis and repair. The…read moreoffice staff was very friendly and helpful and the mechanic (George) quickly diagnosed the issue as a fouled spark plug. He also checked the fuel injectors and fuel pump to ensure everything else was good. They completed the work the same day and even washed off my boat for pickup. The cost was reasonable for the work performed.

I took my boat to Lakeside Boat & Marine for service after they offered a cash discount. Later,…read morethey contacted me to inform me of a price increase, but provided no written breakdown or justification for the change. I accepted the higher amount in good faith. Upon pickup, they insisted on cash-only payment, despite the price change and my willingness to pay by card. I explained I didn't have sufficient cash due to the unexpected increase. They refused to RELEASE my boat or accept a card payment. I was forced to involve local law enforcement. When the sheriffs arrived, they confirmed that the business could not legally refuse card payment under these circumstances. Despite this, the staff and ownership were hostile, unprofessional. They have no transparency and raises legality of their billing practices. I would caution others before doing business here. Document everything.

I've Rented this bot 3 times was amazing , seamless booking . Beautiful boat highly recommend.read more

What an amazing experience. Kevin, Gabe, and the entire crew were nothing short of amazing! The…read moreboat was beautiful and clean. I highly recommend!

Jacob was professional, efficient, friendly. Everything you could ask for as he navigated shuttling…read moreguests at our party. The van was comfy and clean. I highly recommend this company!

By far the best tour company in town! Great day horseback riding and visiting the spectacular wine…read morecountry. If I could give them 6 starts I totally would :)

I just purchased my first sailboat - and it's big. (My rigging guy patiently explained that…read moreusually, you buy a 25 foot boat in your younger days, then move up gradually). Well, my circumstances dictated a larger first boat. Insurance was difficult to obtain, and when I did, they asked for 30 hours of sailing and a sign off from a licensed captain. Captain Joe of Far West marine agreed to be my mentor, and I could not be happier; an expert sailor, an intuitive teacher, and an interesting person to spend time with. We have finished our insurance requirement and I feel like I've made a good friend. Im sure we will sail again in the future.

I recently bought a 27 foot yacht but had no clue how to drive it. I had a few "expert" friends…read morevolunteer to teach me but the size of the boat was bigger than anything they had experienced so they kept crashing into stuff and causing all kinds of problems. I quickly realized I'd need professional training or else the boat would never be enjoyed and might as well be sold. Luckily, I was able to find Captain Joe online. Joe is everything you would want in a marine mentor or coach. He's extremely knowledgeable but also patient and knows what to say and when to say it so you learn while also feeling safe . After a few hours under his tutelage we went from not even being sure how to really start the boat to being able to pull it in and out of the slip ourselves, get it to the ocean , get it on plane, drop anchor. He also went around and did a basic safety check of everything on the boat and gave some recommendations for a simple maintenance plan . Joe is also full of good stories so it's fun just to hang out with him. I'd definitely recommend far west marine for anyone interested in getting into nautical piloting and seamanship .

Anthony and Jessica are awesome!! I was trying to plan my honeymoon but was super busy finishing up…read morewedding planning and didn't have a lot of time to do research. All I did was give them basic information on honeymoon location, dates, and types of things we were looking to do. Jessica stepped in and was able to provide me with a number of great options to do in Hawaii for our vacation. When I had some last minute switches, she was super flexible, always friendly, and patient with me. She rebuilt an itinerary and was able to book some fun adventures for my (now) husband and myself! It was a honeymoon we will never forget all thanks to Anthony and Jessica!! Their website is also really helpful in finding places to go and things to do. I definitely plan on going through them for my next vacation :)

We leave for our trip to Cabo in two weeks and we are beyond excited. Anthony helped us with…read morenarrowing down a couple different locations and his input was extremely helpful the whole way. It took a lot of the stress out of the way for us and he was able to just book it for us. Very lovely couple and would recommend using them!