Live Love Paddle
Austin's premier kayak & paddleboard rentals on Lady Bird Lake. Solo paddle, group tour, or taking Austin's original bat watching kayak tour — we've got you covered.
Paddle Austin's Iconic Lady Bird Lake
Live Love Paddle is your one-stop shop for getting on the water. We rent single and tandem kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards — plus a curated selection of demo kayaks for those thinking about making the leap. Whether it's your first time paddling or your hundredth, we'll set you up with the right gear and send you out with a smile.
Ready to level up? Our guided tours are legendary around Austin. Watch the Austin Bats head out for their nightly feeding on our world-famous Bat Watching Kayak Tour, explore the skyline on our daytime Urban Kayak Tour, or join us for front-row seats to the 4th of July fireworks from the water.
Tours fill up fast — we recommend grabbing your tickets in advance to lock in your spot.
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Life is Better on the Water
Urban Austin Kayak Tours
See Austin from a whole new angle. Paddle through the heart of the city, taking in the skyline, street art, and iconic bridges — camera in hand.
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Bat Watching Tours
Every evening, 1.5 million bats erupt from the Congress Avenue Bridge. As the original bat tour in town, we've had the best seats for over 15 years.
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Watercraft Rentals
Single kayaks, tandem kayaks, canoes, stand-up paddleboards — grab what you need and explore Lady Bird Lake entirely on your own terms.
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Hours
- Monday 11:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Tuesday Closed
- Wednesday Closed
- Thursday 11:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Friday 11:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Saturday 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Sunday 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Renters must arrive at least 1h 15m before closing. We may close during severe weather — call ahead to confirm.
