The Boathouse at Meydenbauer Bay Park sits inside one of Bellevue’s premier waterfront parks, offering kayak, canoe, and stand-up paddleboard rentals right on Lake Washington. The park ties together the historic Meydenbauer Beach Park with the Bellevue Marina, creating the longest stretch of public waterfront in the city, with a quarter mile of shoreline, a floating pedestrian pier, wooded pathways, and open lawns.

Rentals are available to the public, historically Thursday through Sunday from 10am to 8pm during peak season, with the last rental going out at 7pm, and reduced hours after Labor Day. Boats launch directly into the enclosed, protected waters of Meydenbauer Bay, making it a good spot for beginners and families to practice paddling skills away from open-lake boat traffic. Single and tandem kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards are typically available, along with a larger multi-person “party” paddleboard option at some seasons.

The park’s location close to downtown Bellevue makes it an easy, walkable destination for both locals and visitors, with limited on-site parking supplemented by nearby public street parking. Guided classes, tours, and private group events, including team-building outings and birthday celebrations, have also historically been offered at or near this location.

For visitors looking to kayak, canoe, or paddleboard on Lake Washington in the heart of Bellevue, the boathouse at Meydenbauer Bay Park offers walk-up-friendly rentals in one of the city’s most scenic waterfront parks — though confirming the current operator and rates directly is strongly recommended given recent changes.