Live Love Paddle

Austin's premier kayak & paddleboard rentals on Lady Bird Lake. Whether you're after a solo adventure, a guided group tour, or a front-row seat to the famous bat exodus — Live Love Paddle has everything you need to get on the water.

Austin's Original Bat Watching Tour Dog Friendly Family-Owned & Locally Operated 15+ Years on the Water

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. Catch the nightly bat exodus on our world-famous Bat Watching Kayak Tour, explore the skyline on our daytime Urban Kayak Tour, or paddle under the full moon with live music on Lady Bird Lake's only island. Come July, join us for front-row seats to the 4th of July fireworks from the water.

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Life is Better on the Water

Urban Austin Kayak Tour paddling past the city skyline on Lady Bird Lake

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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Austin bat watching kayak tour under the Congress Avenue Bridge at sunset

Austin Bat Watching Tours

Witness one of nature's most spectacular shows. Every evening, 1.5 million bats erupt from the Congress Avenue Bridge — and the best seat in the house is on the water.

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Kayak and paddleboard rentals on Lady Bird Lake in Austin, TX

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 11:00 AM – 6:30 PM
  • 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.

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