Rent a fishing kayak

Launch from Santa Cruz or Half Moon Bay

Pedal driven, so you can keep fishing while you move. Every kayak comes fully rigged and ready to fish.

Head out on your own, or book a guided kayak fishing trip.

How it works

1
Pick a day and a kayak
Only the days we are running show up. Choose a hull by name or let us pick one.
2
Meet us at the launch
We are at the harbor with your kayak rigged. Ten-minute briefing and you are on the water.
3
Fish the reefs
Rockfish, lingcod and halibut live a short paddle from the ramp. We will give you map coordinates to where the bite has been hot.

Our Kayaks

A Hobie fleet

Our rental fleet is made up of Hobie Outbacks and Hobie Compasses, all fully rigged for fishing. Every kayak runs a MirageDrive 180, so your legs do the work, your hands stay on the rod, and you can back up off a snag without putting the rod down. Whichever model you choose, the rental price is the same.

Hobie Outback

Our fully equipped fishing platform

The Outback is built specifically for serious kayak fishing. Its wide, stable hull, comfortable elevated seat, excellent storage, and hands-free pedal drive make it ideal for trolling, drifting bait, jigging, and covering water along the coast. It has plenty of room for tackle and gear while remaining easy to maneuver and fish from.

Length: 12' 9"
Capacity: 1 person, up to 425 lb
• MirageDrive 180 pedal drive
• 4 built-in rod holders
• Large rear cargo area
• Multiple tackle and storage compartments
• Fish finder ready
• Landing net
• Stringer clip
• Insulated cooler bag
• Fish grips

$35 per hour (2 hr minimum)
$120 full day

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Hobie Compass

Light, simple, and easy to fish

The Compass is a lighter, more streamlined fishing kayak while still giving you the stability and hands-free MirageDrive 180 pedal propulsion Hobie is known for. It is a great choice for trolling, drifting, casting, and general nearshore fishing, especially if you prefer a simpler deck and a kayak that feels a little quicker and more responsive on the water.

Length: 12'
Capacity: 1 person, up to 400 lb
• MirageDrive 180 pedal drive
• Built-in rod holders
• Open rear cargo area
• Stable fishing deck
• Fish finder ready
• Landing net
• Stringer clip
• Insulated cooler bag
• Fish grips

$35 per hour (2 hr minimum)
$120 full day

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What people say

5.0 out of 5 · 2 reviews

5 out of 5

My friends kayak fish pretty often, and I’d been wanting to try it myself. This was my first time fishing from a kayak, and the rental made it easy to finally get out there and give it a shot.

5 out of 5

I was completely new to fishing and mostly just wanted to get out on the water with friends. The kayak made it easy to enjoy the day and try fishing for the first time.

Two launch sites

Santa Cruz Harbor

A protected harbor launch with easy access to Monterey Bay and productive nearshore fishing. Pedal out through the harbor entrance and fish for halibut, rockfish, lingcod, and other coastal species depending on the season and current regulations.

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Pillar Point Harbor, Half Moon Bay

Pillar Point is a large protected harbor with an easy launch inside the breakwater and direct access to the Half Moon Bay coast. On approved calm days, renters can fish nearby reefs, rocky structure, and open-water areas outside the harbor.

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Early starts welcome

The bay is glass before the wind comes up. Reserve your morning and make the most of the calm water.

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