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Drop-off rentals · 45 lakes

Drop Off Rentals

Two-to-seven-day rentals delivered across Southwest Michigan. Same delivery fee anywhere we serve. From $950 for two days.

How it works

Pick the lake. Pick the dates. We handle the rest.

  1. Pontoon on a quiet lake01

    Step 01

    Pick your lake and dates.

    Choose from 45 lakes in our service area. Two-day minimum. We confirm by email.

  2. Pontoon tied off at a private lake dock02

    Step 02

    We deliver at 9 AM and pick up at 5 PM.

    Meet our team at your dock when we arrive. We tie off the boat and walk you through it on the water.

  3. Pontoon at the dock at sunset03

    Step 03

    Meet us at your dock when you're done.

    At the end of your rental, meet us at your dock and we will handle the rest.

Drop-off in motion

We bring the boat to you.

Two pontoons docked at a forest lake
Pontoons at a forest-lined lake
Pontoon with passengers on a sunny day
Full pontoon on the water
Group aboard a pontoon
Group cruising the lake
Helm view from a pontoon
View from the captain's seat

Pricing

Flat daily rates. Same delivery fee anywhere we serve.

  • · + $150 delivery to your dock.
  • · + $150 pickup when you're done.
  • · Two-day minimum. Longer rentals work out cheaper per day.

Service area

45 lakes across Southwest Michigan.

Same delivery fee for every lake on the list. Click a lake to view depth, public access, and fishing notes, or hover over it for a quick booking shortcut.

Included with every drop-off

Everything you need at the dock.

On the boat

  • · Full tank of fuel at delivery
  • · Coast Guard approved adult life jackets only
  • · Bimini top
  • · Bluetooth stereo
  • · Ladder, anchor, fenders, dock lines

Service

  • · Delivery and pickup at your dock
  • · 15 minute orientation
  • · 24-hour text support during your rental
  • · Late return: $50 per 30 minutes after your pickup window

FAQ

Common questions.

  • What lakes can you deliver to?
    45 across Cass, Berrien, Van Buren, and St. Joseph counties. Full list above. Don't see your lake? Email us and we'll add it when there's demand.
  • Do you need a launch ramp?
    Yes. We use public boat launches. Make sure your dock is accessible by water from the launch we use.
  • Can we use the boat overnight at our dock?
    Yes. The rental covers the boat for the full date range, day and night.
  • What about weather?
    At St. Joseph Boat Rentals, we operate rain or shine and do not offer refunds or reschedules due to weather conditions.
  • Who's responsible for the boat?
    You are during the rental. We require a card on file for any damage; full damage policy on the booking page.
  • Can we add a captain to a drop-off?
    No. Captain service is hourly only. If you want someone to drive, book hourly with the captain option.