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    Wingra Boats

    4.8 (36 reviews)
    Open 8:30 am - 8:00 pm

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    Gabby Z.

    easy to book online and easy service to receive paddle boat. we paid $20 for one hour use all you have to do when you get there is sign a waiver and drop off your id. parking is a little busy because there are other things to do at the lake other than paddle boats. i recommend.

    Hanging out on a Standup Paddle Board (SUP) on Lake Wingra on a calm May morning
    Lisa G.

    Wingra Boats is a magical place, where friendly faces are happy to push you off on an adventure on a no-wake lake. The lake is rich in wildlife: many species of fish (Gar, Musky, Bass and a million little Bluegills!), birds (white Pelicans, Ducks, Geese, Sandhill Cranes, Blue and Green Herons, etc.). There is a sandy area across the lake where it is fun to swim and wade. There are only three houses on this lake; most of the lakeshore is park or part of the UW Arboretum. The culture at the boat house is customer-focused and friendly. Go on a relatively calm day and you will not regret it! Lake WIngra is a great swimming lake in the middle, so take out a paddle boat or standup paddleboard and take a swim. The lake is spring fed, but is shallow so warms up quickly in the summer.

    The rental process was very easy and the staff were very helpful. Free lockers available at the docks for your stuff. Thanks for the great experience!

    Wingra Boats - Fun for all!

    We had the best time! Definitely recommend for anyone. My cousin was in town and we took our kids paddle boating. Beautiful day on the lake and everyone had fun (6, 14, and "adults"). Calm enough and no motor boats so everyone felt safe no matter where we were on the lake. Staff is super friendly and helpful with recommendations and tips.

    Dog in a boat!
    Ari W.

    I love kayaking at Wingra Boats! I've been kayaking out here several times now. I try to get out here at least once a summer, if not more. The pricing is fair, the service is good, and the lake is the perfect size. It's relatively small, but that's really nice for the novice boater. Never have to worry about getting washed out too far or anything. Wingra Boats has several water vessels to choose from. Single kayaks, double kayaks, canoes, row boats, paddle boats, even stand-up paddle boards. Whatever you're looking for, they got it! Each type has an hourly fee. Your first hour is $XX and then they round to the half hour for time after. Every time I have been in, if I have been over just a little on time, they have rounded down. Very nice of them! I have taken my dog kayaking out here several times now as well. The first time I showed up with my dog I wasn't sure if they were even going to allow in a boat, but they sure did! They thought it was awesome. I always end up renting a double kayak. Doggo up front, me in the back. It works out super well - and he is not a small guy by any means. There are shallow areas around the lake that are great for hopping out the boats and splashing around in. Or if you're like me and have an animal with you, it's nice for them as well instead of swimming in the deeper waters. The lake also bumps up to the Arboretum, so you can hop out and explore over there too. Just make sure your boats don't float away!

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    5 years ago

    Clean equipment. Everything ready on time. Awesome, personalized service. Incredible competent and friendly staff. Highly recommend.

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    We rented a paddle boat and had a great time. The staff was helpful and friendly. I will certainly go again.

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    Lake Wingra is more calm than Monona and usually this place has plenty of parking and equipment for some outdoor fun.

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