This is officially my fave place for a day out on the water away from the city and crowds. We've come several times in weekdays and weekends and the service has never been an issue this far, nor has it ever gotten busy. This is truly a hidden gem. Their pedal boards are our fave to help us tow the rest of our SUP boards when we get tired of rowing. We're always looking forward to coming back. read more

The lake is SUPER low right now. Texas, all around, is going through quite the drought. As low as the lake is, it was still beautiful to go out and experience paddle boarding in the morning before the temp started rising. Not too many people were out on this labor day morning. SUPER relaxing. Everyone was very welcoming and provided you with all of the help and assistance needed. It was $20/hr to rent a paddleboard. Spent the full hour and did a little paddleboard yoga. Recommend for a little time out on the lake to enjoy a beautiful day! read more

Austin Paddleboard & Kayak - Beautiful Labor Day morning - Paddleboarding Near Me - Austin, Texas

Great location and high end kayaks! This is right across the water from Sundancer's grill so once you're on the water you can dock your boat and pop in there too. There are other spots to dock your boat/pull it in. I love that you can hook yourself on some of the designated buoys (or another kayak) to rest/float. Parking - plenty Service - the owners here are really knowledgeable, professional and friendly. Boats - they continue to get more inventory... heard a rumor that they will have jet skis! Dibs! Suggestion to other kayakers - bring a towel for your car seat in case you do get wet! Please keep all your litter in your kayak to keep the water clean! read more

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Had an amazing paddleboard experience on August 31. Great prices, beautiful location, calm waters, clear cool water, very private. The owners were very nice to us and treated us like family. After couple hours of paddle boarding we then hung out and had a beer in their huge covered patio and enjoyed the views. If you're going to paddleboard anywhere near Austin or lake, Travis only check this place out. You won't be disappointed. read more

Zach at APK was awesome! Hooked us up with some fishing kayaks, gave us some tips and caught my first fish in Texas! Was even generous with only starting our time rental when we entered the water! Highly recommend. read more

We ended up coming here twice in the same weekend because we had such a great experience! We have 5 young kids and the crew here did an amazing job of making sure everyone had a blast. The equipment was well maintained, the prices very reasonable, and the best people you could want. If you are thinking about a rental, definitely come here! read more

Austin Paddleboard & Kayak - Explaining how to operate the pedal kayak. Thank you guys, all of our kids had a blast! - Paddleboarding Near Me - Austin, Texas

My SO and I enjoyed 2 hours on Lake Travis renting a paddle board and kayak with APK! Zack thoroughly showed us spots to check out on Lake Travis and Ellis went through a brief safety reminder before we popped out on the lake. We ended up clipping on one of their 3 buoys and sunbathed! Zack and Ellis were super chill and friendly, APK was easy to find, plenty of parking spaces, check-in was a breeze. Plenty of life jackets (for our fur baby as well) and COMFORTABLE equipment! We will definitely be frequent visitors! read more

10/10 would recommend! These gentlemen are crazy nice and always helpful. They have everything you need and let you swim off the dock if you want. It doesn't matter if you're a novice or pro, they'll help you out and always give you a run down and answer any questions you have before you head out. They have tables for a picnic or just to hang out once you're done. We have many places to kayak near us but rather drive out further just to come to here. We're customers for life! read more

Employees were all very nice. Only $20 to rent a two person kayak for an hour, $3 for dry bag. Really fun chill way to hangout. Tell you all the diff places you can kayak to. Gives you instructions and life vests. Holds your car keys with your ID. Has a porter potty in the parking lot. Great experience! read more

We rented Kayaks from APK and it was such a great time. The kayak was comfy and worked so great. The stuff btw is also super sweet and nice. We had a small problem and they helped us out no questions it was so great. Must HELP THIS COMPANY OUT. GREAT PLACE. Thank you so much to Zack to the owner (I believe) he was awesome! read more

Austin Paddleboard & Kayak - Paddleboarding Near Me - Austin, Texas

They were very friendly, provided a mini class for the kids about kayaking, equipment were great and comfortable I will definitively come back many times here read more

Very good service and everyone was really nice! And a very chill vibe. Would go back again to this quaint little place! Really good kayaking spot for a first timer or someone who wants a relaxing spot. read more

The kayaks and the guys were totally awesome. We Originally contacted them to see about paddleboarding. We ended up renting two pedal kayaks and spending two hours on the lake. The equipment was super nice and instructions were clear. The owners Ellis and Zach were the best guys ever! Great attitudes wonderful customer service just all-around a pleasure. We ended up booking again for the next day! read more

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My two teens and I visited today and we had a fabulous time. Zach and Ellis made sure we were familiar with the area before sending us off. The kayaks were in great shape. We took off toward Lake Travis Park, docked and hiked for a while before returning our kayaks. Definitely one of the most calm and peaceful kayak experiences we've had. read more

First, I'm going to review myself. I give myself a 0/5 starts when it comes to leaving reviews for good companies online. I've had this idea for some time but because I only get ideas and consider them for too long without action, nothing's been done: There should be an International Leave a Review Day so that companies like this and all over the world could strongly benefit from our good intentions. I suggest maybe during fall or winter so people can really sit and write. I promised the owner that I would leave a good review after the great experience he and the staff provided my group, and it took me at least a couple of months. Hey, there's a pandemic going on, so there's half an excuse. We wanted to paddle on the lake and we looked for spots. We were lucky to find this place, nice and humble on a good spot on the lake. We went, we talked and we paddled (without a reservation). The equipment was good and functional (looked new), and the area of the lake looks small, but once you're on the water it's pretty big. It's a great big pool out there and these guys make it easy to get started. We rented paddle boards and also pedal kayak. The parking is no hassle, and free. It's not a crazy popular spot (it may become one) so they're good to visit before the word gets out. It felt good to support a local small business that's offering a great service here. Attention to detail. Care for the customer. Smiles and good vibes. Also, true story: my cousin lost her glasses while walking back from the equipment to the parking area once we were done and the glasses happened to land in the water while crossing the bridge. We tried looking for them in the water but no dice. The owner provided us with a strong magnet and some goggles to try to attract them that way, but no luck at all. My cousin was in tears. It was a depressing night after all the fun on the water. The owner said that he would give it a shot in the AM when the tide tends to roll back. He said he would call us with any good luck if he found them next day. It turns out in the AM my cousin had a call from him. The missing glasses were sparkling out right in the sun on the rocks and with the tide rolled back in the AM, he said. So what did we do? We went and drove back for the glasses the next day, of course. And since we were out there and since it had been a good experience and since he had been a good owner and since it had been a good business and because it was hot outside, well wouldn't you know it? We decided to paddle again. Another glorious hour with our feet dangling down into a Lake Travis water abyss down below. Upon returning back to the cars again, I considered if we should lose something yet again so as to create another excuse to call off sick from work on Monday and return to find some long lost yet found again personal valuable. Well, I was responsible, so I didn't. But the feeling's there. And I intend to return. read more

Awesome prices and lots of fun! Rented two pedal kayaks and was able to put one kid on each. Very easy to pedal and the kids even got to play on the lily pad! They loved it! read more

Austin Paddleboard & Kayak - Lily pad to play on after kayaking! - Paddleboarding Near Me - Austin, Texas

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The guys were great and the buttonbush and frogfruit lining the banks were wonderful Thanks for a fab experience. read more

Friendly staff , great hourly rates and easy to book online. I come out every chance I get, they are situated in a perfect part of the lake for paddle boarding and kayaking. read more

My wife and I have never kayaked before and now we're hooked. the service was awesome the owner Kyle was super knowledgeable and made our first experience rememberable. we highly recommend his business read more

Our family has been several times and we always have a great time! The owners are super friendly and accommodating. Definitely recommend! read more

Austin Paddleboard & Kayak - Paddleboarding Near Me - Austin, Texas

First timers to ATX/Lake Travis, zach&ellis were extremely helpful and made it a great experience! Told us the best spots on the lake and gave great tips. Super friendly and easy to talk to. Also had a HUGE selection of kayaks (we did the 2 person kayak, paddles&boat were in pristine condition) they also had paddle boats, SUP, and more. Would recommend them to anyone. Super affordable too! read more

My family had a great experience with APK! The staff was all super friendly and informative. We rented pedal kayaks and they were so fun we are thinking about buying our own, except we don't live close to water :-) My son thoroughly enjoyed hand pedaling his kayak across the lake and racing me to every where at all times (teenagers!) lol. I will definitely do business with them again next time we visit Austin. read more

Austin Paddleboard & Kayak - My son hand pedaling his kayak - Paddleboarding Near Me - Austin, Texas

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We tried this over Labor Day weekend and they were great. The lake was beautiful, it was easy to get to the dock and get in the lake quickly. We spent two hours on the lake watching the cliff divers and visiting the park nearby. We will definitely be back. read more

So much fun!! The guys were super friendly and helpful. We rented both kayaks and pedal kayaks, definitely recommend the pedal kayaks if you just want to chill and not work too hard. There was a place where we could jump off a cliff into the water, a lily pad where the kids could play after and picnic tables where we were able to sit and enjoy dinner. Definitely recommend!!! read more

Super friendly and knowledgeable guys who run this place. I will make the longer tejo out here to get away from the city. Not to mention how much cleaner the water is! Excited this place opened up. Will be back for sure. read more

Austin Paddleboard & Kayak - Paddleboarding Near Me - Austin, Texas

Love this adventuress place! Workers were kind and the experience was amazing! Our stuff was safe and we had a great time!

The staff were perfectly accommodating and the experience was great! Love to see this newer small business emerge and thrive during covid. Got there when they opened and had no problem getting three double kayaks. Definitely busier when we were leaving. Thanks for a great family fun experience! read more

We are so glad to have a great place to rent kayaks from in our area. The owner/ operators are kind and helpful. The equipment is top notch. Much more quality kayaks then you find in other rental shops in Austin. We try to go at least once a week and always enjoy our time. read more

We rented kayaks here last weekend and had a great time. Excellent service, and the pedal kayaking itself is awesome. Highly recommend.

The employees were friendliest, most knowledgable, and professional people. We had a 10/10 experience and highly recommend them to anyone wanting to rent a kayak or paddle-board on Lake Travis. read more

I cannot say enough great things about APK! The owners are the nicest guys and that alone makes you want to keep coming back to this local business. You also can't beat getting on the gorgeous water on Lake Travis at this amazing spot. If you've never tried pedal kayaking, this is the place to try it! It's a nice change of pace from regular kayaking and really easy to do. I've been a few times since they opened, and on top of the awesome experience with their kayaks and paddleboards, they even added a little swimming area with a lily pad. You can head over to Sundancer Grill and dock up or head over to Lakeway City Park for a picnic afterward. It's a relaxing change of pace from Lady Bird Lake in the summer when it gets really crowded. read more

I wish I could give it 6 stars! We LOVE this place and am so happy we found it (thanks google)! We love that there is a parking lot, deck, swim area, proximity to a restaurant, park, cliff jumping, and pricing! We recommend this place to everyone visiting Austin! read more

The best rental experience I've ever had with owners and staff they truly care about their guests safety and quality experience. They took the time to ensure that my child was safe and comfortable and allowed us to change kayaks 3 times to ensure that she was ok. Plus their pedal kayaks are top notch. They are so easy to maneuver and super comfortable. It's also much easier to stay out longer since I didn't get exhausted by paddling for an hour. Highly recommend this place. read more

Had an amazing time,hardly any people were on the lake. The host told us all the spots we can go to from the water which was really nice gave us something to do then just go in circles for an hour. Highly recommend this place! read more

I won't go anywhere else for paddle boarding, kayaking, or swimming. Amazing staff, amazing location, gear was top notch. Made us so comfortable while giving us a good layout of the best spots to go. What was originally going to be a short trip, turned into a couple hours on the water because of the location and great staff recommendations. Don't waste your money anywhere else, come spend the day here, you won't be disappointed! I've paddle boarded in multiple states and this was my best experience. Will be coming back many times! read more

We were hunting for a great spot to put in our paddle boards on Lake Travis and were lucky to find Austin Paddle Kayaks on a lovely inlet. Zack and Ellis, two of the young owners could not have been more helpful, welcoming with tips and ideas for our adventure on Lake Travis and ways to make sure we would have a great time and stay safe. They rent kayaks, paddle boards, jet skis and related equipment and are extremely patient and helpful. read more

APK was definitely a highlight of our trip. Kayaks were super clean and the people were extremely helpful and nice. I cannot say enough great things about this company or it's people. We will certainly be back. read more

I rented kayaks and paddle boards for 10 adventure hungry teens with different skill levels a few weeks ago. I highly recommend this operator and location. Zach, the owner and his partner were very professional and helpful. The kayaks and paddle boards looked new and very well maintained. The location offers open water and a little further away from the marina, small coves. Very tranquil and smooth water but I suspect it was because of the pretty weather. read more

We went out for a quick workout and it was a great idea! Very easy to get out on Lake Travis quickly and enjoy the beauty while getting some exercise. We forgot our water and they had cold bottles for us. This will be a repeat for sure! Thank you APK read more

This place is amazing! Rented two single kayaks for me and my mom and we had such a great time. The guys that work there are awesome, the kayaks were in great condition and we had no issues at all. We highly recommend coming here if you want a nice, relaxing day on the lake. We will definitely be back! read more