We now have two rental locations! Download our brochure
Olbrich Park
3527 Atwood Ave
Madison, WI 53714
608-513-1308
We are not able to accept online reservations day-of at our Olbrich Location. In person or phone reservations only.
We are not able to accept online reservations day-of at our Olbrich Location. In person or phone reservations only.
Rental Season
May 25 - September (weather dependent)
7 days a week starting June 8-September 3
After Labor Day we will be open only on weekends thru September, weather permitting
*all rentals must be back by closing time
Rental Hours
| Monday - Saturday | 10:00 am - 8:00 pm |
| Sunday & Holidays | 10:00 am - 6:00 pm |
Boats and Rates (pricing is per boat) 1st hour Additional hour
| Solo Kayak | $15 | $10 |
| Two-Person Kayak | $20 | $10 |
| Stand-Up Paddleboard | $15 | $10 |
| Tandem Canoe | $20 | $10 |
| Fishing Kayak | $20 | $10 |
Boat Storage at Olbrich Park
We are currently sold out of personal storage spots at Olbrich Park but you can still click here for info.
220 W Broadway
Monona, WI 53716
608-223-9300
Off-site rentals are available at our Rutabaga location, but are not available to reserve online. Your vehicle must have an approved roof rack like Yakima, Thule, or factory cross-bars to carry the boat. Pick-up truck beds are ok for kayaks under 13ft with proper pads and tie-downs. Boats may be picked up 30 minutes before close on the evening prior. Rentals are to be used only on lakes and rivers that are non-classified (deep, slower-moving). No whitewater! Please call the store and ask to speak with a manager about rates and availability.
Rental Season
May 10 - September 30 (weather dependent)
Rental Hours
| Monday - Friday | 10:00 am - 7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 10:00 am - 5:30 pm |
| Sunday | 11:00 am - 4:30 pm |
Boats and Rates (pricing is per boat) Half day* Full day
| Kayak (solo/tandem) | $35 | $60 |
| Stand-Up Paddleboard | $35 | $60 |
| Tandem Canoe | $35 | $60 |
*Half day rental times begin at 10am and 3pm Monday-Friday, 10am and 2pm Saturday, and 11am Sunday.
General Rental Information
- One (or more) canoe, kayak, or SUP board
What's Included
- One (or more) canoe, kayak, or SUP board
- A life jacket for each person
- A paddle for each paddler
Rental Policies
- A life jacket and footwear must be worn at all times when using rental equipment.
- Renters must be at least 18 years old. Adults must accompany anyone under 18. An adult must accompany any child under 8 years of age in the same boat.
- Alcohol is prohibited while using or operating Rutabaga equipment. Rutabaga reserves the right to refuse to rent to anyone who appears to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Renters are liable for lost or damaged equipment.
Other Information
- Full payment is required at the time of reservation.
- All trash must be removed from boats upon their return.
- Rentals are due back 30 minutes prior to the close of business.
- Rentals returned late will be charged a $25 late fee.
- Rutabaga reserves the right to cancel rentals due to unsafe weather conditions, resulting in either full refund or reschedule.
Cancellation Policy
Two or more days notice: full refund
One day notice: 50% refund
No show or day of: no refund
Weather Related Cancellations will be met with a full refund
We will cancel rentals under the following conditions:
- Wind speed over 15 MPH (over 10 MPH for SUP and Canoe at Olbrich location)
- Water temperature below 55 degrees Fahrenheit
- Thunderstorms
In the winter we offer snowshoe and cross-country ski rentals! Check back in October for more information.
Snowshoe Rentals:
Packages include snowshoes and poles.
Cross-Country Ski Rentals:
Packages include skis, boots, and poles.
Please call 608-223-9300 for more details or to reserve.