Del Valle Regional Park Kayak Rentals
We are the official kayak rental concessionaire at Del Valle Regional Park in Livermore. At Del Valle we offer on-water hourly kayak rentals (see below) as well as stand up paddleboard rentals, bike rentals, and picnic game rentals. Please see our complete outdoor recreation rental list for all of the item we rent at Del Valle Regional Park.
Del Valle is a great place for beginner and intermediate kayakers and paddlerboarders who are for looking for a relaxing place paddle. It features a low angle beach launch which makes launching and landing easy and stable. All rental prices listed below include all necessary equipment and a lifejacket. Our friendly staff will give you basic instuction and safety tips before you depart.
Beginner kayakers are welcomed and encouraged at Del Valle and many of our customers are first time paddlers. If you would prefer taking a class before you rent on your own, please check out our kayaking classes taught at Del Valle.
For pictures of Del Valle Regional Park please see our picture gallery and also be sure to read our rental policies.
Kayak Rental Rates
Lake Del Valle |
1 Hour (min.) |
| Single Recreational Kayak | $20 |
| Double Recreational Kayak | $30 |
| Triple Recreational Kayak | $40 |
| Single Sea Kayak | $25 |
| Premium Single Sea Kayak | $35 |
| Extra Paddle | $5 |
| Extra Life Jacket | $5 |
| Rental Includes: PFD(s)(life jackets), paddles(s), and backrests for sit-on-tops. Minimum rental period is one hour and prorated in 15 minute increments thereafter. Please read our rental policies. | |
Operating Hours
The Del Valle Outdoor Sports Center is open from April until the end of October. Please see below for exact times. Please keep in mind that occasionally the facility may need to close due to weather.
| Del Valle Outdoor Sports Center Operating Hours | Mon-Thurs |
Friday |
Sat-Sun |
| April 15 - May 19 | closed |
closed |
10:30-4:00 |
| May 20 - June 11 | closed |
11:00-4:00 |
10:00-6:00 |
| June 12 - June 25 | 12:00-4:00 |
11:00-5:00 |
10:00-6:00 |
| June 26 - Aug 25 | 11:00-5:00 |
11:00-5:00 |
10:00-6:00 |
| Aug 26 - Sept 6 | closed |
12:00-4:00 |
10:00-6:00 |
| Sept 7 - Oct 4 | closed |
closed |
10:30-5:00 |
| Oct 5 - Oct 27 | closed |
closed |
10:30-4:30 |
Kayak Availability and Group Reservations
We rent kayaks on a first come first served basis and the availability of our kayaks is generally very good.
Reservations are only accepted for prepaid groups of ten or more. For weekend reservations, start times must begin before 10:00am. If you have a group and want to make a reservation or customize a midweek event, please contact our guide service coordinator at our Marin location.
We primarily rent recreational sit-on-top and sit inside kayaks appropriate for total beginners and those looking to go on a leisurely paddle. Those that have taken an instructional class equivalent to our Kayaking Skills and Safety class may rent sea touring kayaks.
Kayak Demos
Customers who are interested in purchasing a kayak may "demo" kayaks at Lake Del Valle and will be allowed to swap out different kayaks during their rental period. You may apply up to $50 of what you spend on yourself at Del Valle toward the purchase of a new regular priced kayak within one month. If you are interested in purchasing one of our used models please give us a call for availability. If there is a particular kayak you would like to demo, please contact us to ensure availability.
Special Needs
If you have special needs or might require special accomadations please contact us at the numbers below and we will be happy to assist you.
Directions to Del Valle Regional Park in Livermore
Directions from the South Bay using 680
Take 680 North to Highway 84 East towards Livermore. Follow 84 East for 5.4 miles and turn right on Vallecitos Road. Follow Vallecitos Road for 2 miles and make a right on Concannon Boulevard. Drive 2 more miles where the road dead ends at South Livermore Avenue, then turn right. Follow South Livermore Avenue for one mile then turn right onto Mines Road. Don't make any turns and Mines Road will turn into Del Valle Road. Continue on Del Valle Road and wind your way up the hill until you reach Del Valle Regional Park. The vehicle entrance fee is $6. Immediately after entering the park, make a right and park in the larger lot just behind the large lawn area. The Outdoor Sports Center is located on the beach in front of the lawn.
Directions from the East Bay using 580
Take 580 East towards Livermore and take the North Livermore Avenue exit. At the light, make a right on North Livermore Avenue. Continue driving for 3.7 miles then turn right onto Mines Road. Don't make any turns and Mines Road will turn into Del Valle Road. Continue on Del Valle Road and wind your way up the hill until you reach Del Valle Regional Park. The vehicle entrance fee is $6. Immediately after entering the park, make a right and park in the larger lot just behind the large lawn area. The Outdoor Sports Center is located on the beach in front of the lawn.
