If I could give negative stars I would. These people, Samantha and Nick Pelerin, the owners of…read moreAdirondack Boat Rental have gone out of business and stolen my $1000 deposit that I put down for 2 pontoon boats coming up this August. I have been trying to reach them since April to no avail and found out through a 3rd party that they "decided to close their business due to not having enough time to run it" yet they never answer my phone calls or text messages in regards to refunding my deposit. Hope they aren't still accepting reservations and taking deposits from unsuspecting people! Please be aware and STAY AWAY from this shady business. I will see them in court!

DO NOT USE. My wife rented a boat from this company for her bachelorette and unfortunately, they…read morehad an issue with their boat and could not continue with the rental (communicated to her on the day before). They were originally apologetic and said they would return the deposit she had paid. After weeks of going back and forth her $500 deposit was never returned and they stopped answering her calls / emails. She was in contact with Chris P. In the end, we had to go through our credit card company to dispute the charge. Terrible business.

Great fun! Beautiful views. Well narrated. Food and drink decent quality- expensive as expectedread more

Absolutely delightful and very helpful with information on the phone. We are looking forward to our…read moretrip'

Rented a boat for the day - boat was clean, marina staff were extremely friendly, helpful, and…read moreknowledgeable! We had a great experience out on this part of the lake. We were excited to try the tube and the water skis that came with the boats. However, we did have an issue with the tube as it was a bit deflated. We ended up taking time to go back to the marina for a replacement which unfortunately also deflated after a couple of rides. So if you're looking for a tubing-forward experience, just something to be aware of. Other than that, we would definitely recommend.

We bought a boat from Snug this summer. They were honest, thoughtful and very thorough. They even…read moretaught us to drive it, get it into a difficult area of the lake we need to pass to get to our home. They even dropped it off and docked it with us. Couldn't recommend them higher.

We had a great time here on a recent trip to Lake Placid. The pontoon boat was easy to reserve…read moreonline in advance, and the Marina staff answered questions quickly via email. The day we arrived it was windy and cool so my mom was able to buy a sweatshirt from the small shop at the marina. The boats were new and spacious, and we had a great time. Even the dog enjoyed himself!

Day boat rentals - these guys make it easy, good price, good service, and if you go on a nice day…read morecruising the lake is stunning with tiny islands throughout where you can jump off and hang out. Great experience, highly recommended!

Hidden gem in the heart of lake placid! We decided to take a break from hiking the high peaks with…read moreour 9 and 12yo kids and rented a boat. FYI, they only accept cash or checks. I was a bit apprehensive since we are boating novices, having only used a motorized boat once before. Turns out we had nothing to worry about. We were given a pristine, spacious pontoon (called the Bentley, if that tells you anything :), and the operator gave us crystal clear directions on how to use it. The person helping us also gave us a map of lake placid and pointed out good areas to stop for swimming and fishing. My kids had the time of their lives on the water. The operator was kind enough to suggest bringing one of their floating tubes and a fish net, all for no extra charge. I thought we would only be on the water for 2hrs at most, but we ended up being out for more than 3. The kids said they could have stayed out on the lake all day. We did not catch any fish but we all enjoyed the beautiful view in our clean, spacious pontoon. Given our inexperience, this excursion could have easily gone south, however Captain Marneys clearly cares about its patrons and goes the extra mile to make sure everything goes well. We will be back!

I hate to leave a review this bad, because many of the people who worked here seemed great. The…read morefirst warning I have for you is not to do not.bring your dogs anywhere near this establishment. Their yellow lab attacked our dog while we registered for a rental.

The captain was very pleasant and knowledgeable about the area. The views from the lake were great…read moreand our group had fun meeting people on the boat. The captain encouraged us to put our toes on the water which made the trip fun. I would encourage anyone who wants to see the area by water to sail with Whistling Man Schooner.

Amazing experience on this tour. We were originally scheduled for a later in the day tour, but we…read moregot a call earlier to see if we wanted to switch our time due to the weather forecast. That attention to detail was so appreciated! We could bring our own food and drinks on board, and they had cups for us! They also had cold water since it was a hot day. I would recommend this tour to anyone! We had never sailed before and felt so comfortable on board! Bring your hat and sunglasses!

I am so sad to hear about Charlie's passing. He became a very close friend of mine when I was…read moreattending Burlington College. Amazing Man A++++ R.I.P. Charlie - May you be at Peace now with Your Beloved WIFE and FAMILY

I've rented kayaks at Charlie's a couple of times, and I'm so glad he's still here. He's perfectly…read moresituated for either open-water or river boating, and offers a pretty wide selection of kayaks (1- and 2-person boats, sit-on-tops, ocean and river kayaks), canoes and rowboats. His prices are half what they are in town, and he's generous with determining time. This is a GREAT place to go on a nice summer's day in the area.

Very accommodating and friendly. Central location. Great boats and equipment. Easy online…read morereservations. They opened just for me on Mother's Day as I went a bit off-season and it was still chilly. AND I was late. Even then, they were still welcoming and kind. From now on, I won't rent a kayak anywhere else!

We were SO thrilled the weather cooperated with us enough the Saturday of our trip to get out on…read morethe water! We stayed at the High Peaks resort right next door, and their boats weren't out for the season yet - Mirror Lake Boat Rental to the rescue! NOTE: if you are planning to go soon (this review is being written on 4/27/21) this boat rental shop will be VERY DIFFICULT to find. You need to look for the sign I have in my photos that tells you to text the number provided, then follow the dirt path behind the construction to the little desk that will give you instructions. This shop technically does have open hours, but we had to text the owner Greg upon arrival and then waited for him to come down and rent us a boat. In the future, I would recommend just texting before heading down there and meeting him when he's already there. Check out their website for full details of cost and times and such. $30/hour for most of your standard boats, including the fun bikes! We opted for a paddle boat so we could save money and be out on the water together. The hour flew by even though it was a little chilly when the wind blew. Cash only, which is inconvenient but understandable considering this biz is fully outside, and there's an ATM at the resort across the street if you need it. This is a great way to see Mirror Lake from a new vantage point and is TONS of fun. Happy boating!

We received friendly responses to questions on the phone before our appointment date. There were…read moremultiple helpful and happy attendants to assist when we arrived on the rental pontoon and disembarked. They gave us an opportunity to bring our passenger needing some support with a ramp and close parking for our car. We look forward to another pleasant, stressfree voyage!

My family was going on vacation and wanted to rent a boat. We found Woodard marine online and right…read moreaway we knew they were a great choice. They were very helpful answering my questions promptly and fully. We were looking for a bait and tackle shop in the area and found one but it was closed the day we were renting. The folks at Woodard went out of their way and picked up bait for us the day before we rented so we would have some to fish. The day of the trip they were helpful explaining the layout of the lake giving fishing tips and tips about places to see. We would definitely book with them again.

We booked a sail with Captain Gideon on Lake Champlain on July 27th, and it was the perfect…read moreintroduction to sailing for our family. None of us had ever been sailing before, and Gideon made the whole experience welcoming, fun, and genuinely memorable. What stood out most was his patience with our three kids (ages 9, 11, and 13). He didn't just let them watch -- he showed them how to untie and coil the ropes, raise the sail, and take turns at the wheel. Watching them work together, encourage each other, and take real ownership of "helping sail the boat" was such a highlight of the day. As parents, we couldn't have asked for a better first sailing experience. Gideon's knowledge, hospitality, and attention to detail made us feel completely at ease on the water, and the views of Lake Champlain were beautiful. Here's what our kids had to say: Vivien (13): "He showed us all the parts of the boat and how to work them and he also showed us how to set up the boat. He was also very understanding and patient with us when we were tying the ropes and driving the boat." Eva (11): "You should definitely sail with Gideon because it's super fun, you get to help out on stuff and he's really nice, patient and fun." Roan (9): "You should definitely go sailing with Gideon because you get to steer the wheel, he offers you nice drinks and he let's you help if you want and teaches you stuff." We highly recommend Let's Go Sailing for anyone -- especially families -- looking for a fun, hands-on, unforgettable day on the water. Thank you, Gideon, for such a special trip!

My husband and I enjoyed every minute of our two-hour sailing excursion with Let's Go Sailing. From…read morethe moment we stepped aboard, Gideon made us feel welcome. He is an exceptionally skilled sailor and a genuinely enjoyable person to spend time with. His friend Dave joined us on the sail, and we loved his warm personality and fascinating knowledge of the history of Lake Champlain. The boat was spotless, comfortable, and well maintained. Gideon offered to teach us the basics of sailing, which we happily accepted. It was both fun and engaging to learn from someone who clearly loves what he does and enjoys sharing that passion with others. By the end of the trip, we felt like we had experienced far more than just a beautiful sail--we had learned something new, met wonderful people, and created a memorable part of our vacation. The experience was an outstanding value for the price. Although we didn't have children or dogs with us, it's worth noting that both are welcome aboard, making this a great option for families as well. Booking was simple through Gideon's excellent website, and his directions made finding the marina and his slip easy and stress-free. I can't recommend Let's Go Sailing highly enough. If you're looking for a relaxing, memorable, and authentic way to experience Lake Champlain, this is it. A true five-star experience from start to finish.