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Rent a Boat in West Palm BeachLocated on the southeast coast of the Sunshine State, West Palm Beach (WPB) welcomes adventure seekers to explore this elaborate world of turquoise blue waters, mangrove forests, sandy beaches, and waterfront mansions. Home to some of the country’s wealthiest people, this boating hub is also the home port to many international charter yachts and privately owned superyachts. From Palm Beach, it's easy for boaters to access to the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW), and you’re in close proximity to destinations like Bimini (Bahamas), Miami, and the Florida Keys—offering a lot to love whether you are passing through or calling WPB home.What to Know To enhance your boat rental experience in West Palm Beach, choose from one of these popular boat types:
Safety Requirements:
For more information, visit the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission.Where to dock your boat, or meet your rental:Weather ConditionsThe hot season in West Palm Beach is characterized as being hot and humid, whereas, its cold season is somewhat cloudy and windy, but comfortable. Generally, most days lend themselves to warm activities like boating, fishing, and swimming at the beach or your local sandbar. Boaters should take advantage of West Palm Beach’s moderately warm season (late October to early May) for the best boating experience. Avg. Temperature High: Peaks around 90°F in July and August. Avg. Temperature Low: Daily high is 75°F; drops as low as 57°F in January.Avg. Water Temperatures in West Palm Beach during the Summer:
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Day boats like pontoons and bowriders are the perfect ride for cruising up and down the Intracoastal Waterway, heading to a sandbar, or pulling up at your favorite dockside restaurant.
Rent a motor yacht or larger cruising yacht for birthday celebrations or family reunions—or if you’re looking to celebrate a momentous occasion, like a wedding proposal or corporate event.
Heading offshore into the Atlantic can present some rough waters, so it’s best to book a boat that can handle the swells—like a center console, catamaran, or sailboat.
Boating License/Education Rules: All Florida residents born after January 1, 1988 who operate vessels with 10-horsepower or more must carry a Florida Boating Safety Education identification card. You must be at least 14 years of age to operate a personal watercraft (PWC).
Life Jacket Requirements: Children ages 6 and under must wear a PFD.
Sailfish Marina Resort
Safe Harbor Rybovich
Palm Harbor Marina
Riviera Beach City Marina
Loggerhead Marina - Palm Beach Gardens
79°F in May
82°F in June
84°F in July
86°F in August
85°F in September
Things to Do in West Palm Beach by Boat
Snorkeling at Peanut IslandPeanut Island is one of Florida’s hidden treasures, nestled within the Intracoastal Waterway near the Lake Worth Lagoon, Riviera Beach. After a quick 5-10 minute boat ride, you and your crew can enjoy the snorkeling lagoon (located along its southeast coast), picnic areas, campgrounds, a fishing pier, walking paths, and more. Plenty of land animals, birds, and marine life call Peanut Island home, and while you’re snorkeling you’ll want to look for stingrays, starfish, parrotfish, barracuda, Atlantic spadefish, and more. Pro Tips: During the Cold War era, President John F. Kennedy had a secret bomb shelter built on Peanut Island; unfortunately, the bomb shelter is no longer available for tours.
Location: Google Maps Link
Available dockage: Peanut Island docks (west and east sides), as well as 14 boat slips available for day-use only.
Lat/Long: 26.7733° N, 80.0472°
Catch the Sunrise at Palm Beach IslandPalm Beach Island is a quiet, exclusive community that is the winter home to some of the world’s most rich and famous, such as former President Donald Trump, Bill Gates, Jimmy Buffett, and Rod Stewart. It is also one of the best places for boaters to catch a breathtaking view of the sunrise on the water. Pack a cooler with breakfast you can eat onboard, and maybe even a mimosa or two if you’ve booked a captained rental. After the sunrise, you can enjoy the rest of your day by taking in the sights of these multi-million dollar mansions or snorkeling along the small breakwaters.Pro Tips: Palm Island Beach is a close boat ride to Phil Foster Park, which is open to the public from sunrise to sunset and features an underwater snorkeling trail and fishing areas.
Location: Google Maps Link
Closets boat ramps: Currie Park Boat Ramp, Phil Foster Boat Ramp, Jim Barry Light Harbor Park
Lat/Long: 26.7056° N, 80.0364° W
Birdwatch by Water at The Bingham IslandsBingham Audubon Preserve (The Bingham Islands) is a scenic, nature escape, sitting just 10 minutes (driving) from West Palm Beach’s downtown area, right near the Mar-a-Lago Club. Protected by the Audubon Society, these islands are bird sanctuaries. Boaters in the area will cruise through some of Florida’s most precious natural features, including subtropical hardwood hammocks, and mangrove forests. Pro Tips: Manatees are known to frequent the waterways surrounding West Palm Beaches, especially in the winter. Be conscious of manatees and other marine life, and be sure to follow Florida’s Manatee Protection Rules and Zones.
Location: Google Maps Link
Closest marinas: The El Cid Dock and Town of Palm Beach Marina to the north, or the Floating Docks Palm Beach to the south.
Lat/Long: 26.6755° N, 80.0441° W
Where to Go Boating in West Palm Beach
Downtown WaterfrontAs the host of the world-renowned West Palm Beach Boat Show, this subsect of downtown Palm Beach is sacred ground for boaters. Tourists (and boaters) ooh and aah over the line of luxurious yachts, docked here. If you’re lucky you may see a few infamcous superyachts! At Palm Harbor, you’ll also find extraordinary vistas of Royal Park Bridge and Palm Beach Island. Make sure to take pictures. Then walk down Clematis Street (Historical District) for a bite to eat and a refreshing cocktail. Pro Tips: The South Cove Islands is a natural oasis sitting a few minutes away from downtown Palm Beach. Book a full-day boat rental to explore Palm Beach’s all-embracing downtown area.For the anglers of the group, target fish species in the downtown waterfront area include: Tarpon, snook, peacock bass, and others. Where to dock There are a number of places to dock your boat or meet your rental at Downtown Waterfront are: Boat ramps There are several places to launch your boat along the shores of Downtown Waterfront area. Google Maps Link
Palm Harbor Marina
West Palm Beach Public Dock
Palm Beach Yacht Club
Boat Ramp (WPB Public Dock)
Currie Park Boat Ramp
John D. MacArthur Beach State ParkJohn D. MacArthur Beach State Park is a barrier island located just 20 minutes from the downtown area that is the home of coastal and tropical forest. If you’re interested in planning your boat rental around a snorkeling or scuba diving excursion, this is a great place to explore, especially in the shallow waters near the reef. You’re likely to spot reef squid, tarpon, snook, and a variety of tropical fish. Be sure to use a diver down flag, as required by law.Pro Tips: Munyon Island is located within the park just 2.3 miles north of the Blue Heron Bridge at ICW Marker 30, and is only accessible by boat. Called “Nuctsachoo” by the Seminole tribe, meaning “Pelican Island,” this location is a prime example of a mangrove habitat. There is dockage on the island to accommodate day-use for up to 20 boats (check up-to-date operating status).Fish species in John D. MacArthur Beach State Park are predominantly tropical, and may include snapper, rays, mullet, and snook.Where to dock There are several places to dock, or meet your boat rental, near John D. MacArthur Beach State Park: Boat ramps There are several places to launch your boat:Google Maps Link
Munyon Island Public Boat Dock
Safe Harbor Old Port Cove
Anchorage Park Marina
Boat Ramp (Juno Road)
Phil Foster Park Boat Ramp
Lake OkeechobeeLake Okeechobee, nicknamed “Florida’s Inland Sea,” is located approximately a one-hour drive northwest of downtown West Palm Beach. As the largest freshwater lake in the state, this lake is a massive playground for boaters who are looking for a different kind of boating experience away from the coast. Anglers flock to Lake Okeechobee to fish for bass at Bay Bottom, located between Belle Glade and Grassy Island, and for a challenge, fish in the wiregrass in the South Bay.Pro Tips: While Lake Okkechobee is known for its large size, it is not known for its depth. Boaters beware of running aground, as the average depth in the lake is close to nine feet. Target fish species at Lake Okeechobee include: Largemouth bass, speckled perch, black crappies, blue gill, redear sunfish, and others. See fishing regulations before fishing here. Where to dock There are a number of places to dock your boat or meet your rental on Lake Okeechobee:Boat ramps There are several places to launch your boat:Google Maps Link
Roland Martin Marina
Pahokee Marina and Campground
Jolly Roger Marina
Boat Ramp (Near Eagle Bay)
C. Scott Driver Park Boat Ramp
Nubbin Slough Boat Launch
Dock-and-Dine at West Palm Beach Waterfront RestaurantsE.R. Bradley's SaloonFrigate's Waterfront Bar & Grill
Sailfish Marina RestaurantCheck Out Additional West Palm Beach Boating Guides
Hours: Mon - Thurs 11am - 2am, Fri 11am - 3pm, Sat 8am - 2pm, Sun 8am - 3pm
Reservations: Unavailable
Seating capabilities: Indoor and outdoor
Type of food: American, seafood, bar
Dockage available: Yes
Address: 400 US-1, North Palm Beach, FL 33408
Hours: Mon - Thurs 11am - 10pm; Fri - Sat 11am - 11pm; Sun 9am - 10pm
Reservations: Available online
Seating capabilities: Indoor and outdoor
Type of food: Seafood, Bar
Dockage available: Yes
Hours: Mon-Sun 7am - 10pm
Reservations: Unavailable
Seating capabilities: Indoor and outdoor
Type of food: Casual American, seafood, bar
Dockage available: Yes
Top boat rental reviews in West Palm Beach
266,828Customer Reviews
4.9Average Rating
Boston Whaler Dauntless 180Great trip on the Whaler - Jeremy was prompt and through going through the boat. Would definitely rent again for a cruise to peanut island
RyanFeb, 2025
Beautiful 38’ Chris CraftHad Captain Jonathan… was terrific. Boat was immaculate. And picked us up at a different location when asked which was huge for our larger group...
ClarkFeb, 2025
Clean pontoon boat / party bargeRay was such a pleasure to rent from. Immediate and clear communication. He took care of anything we needed and was very flexible!
CaseyJan, 2025
2019 Galeon 500 YachtGreat boat - felt bigger in person than the photos. Plenty of room for everyone. Ideal for swimming. Crew was friendly, knowledgeable...
PhilipJan, 2025
Sleek & Stylish 23ft SeaRayWe had a great afternoon on the water today. Great family activity that all of us enjoyed including my 7 month old and 3.5 year old grand kids, daughter and son...
donnaFeb, 2025
party barge /pontoon boat/sunset cruiseWe had a great time on the pontoon. Ray made sure that we got on the water. We trolled around Peanut Island and went to Juno and back.
SherrieFeb, 2025
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