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Cypress trees standing in the tea-colored water of Lake Louisa on the Clermont Chain of Lakes
Lake Louisa · Photo: Mwanner, CC BY-SA 3.0

Cypress Cove Marina & Resort · Clermont, Florida

Boat rentals on the Clermont Chain of Lakes

Two tritoon pontoons and a deck boat, ready at the dock on Lake Minnehaha. Drive yourself across 11 connected lakes. Half days from $275.

  • Free cancellation up to 72 hours
  • No security deposit
  • Pay only for the fuel you use
  • 11 lakesConnected by canals and creeks
  • Up to 12Guests on each pontoon
  • From $275Half day, per boat
  • 9 AM–6 PMOpen daily

The fleet

Three boats, cleaned and fueled before every rental

Every boat leaves the dock with a full tank. When you’re back, we top it off and charge only for the fuel you used. Prices are per boat. Tax and fuel are extra.

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Tritoon pontoon · Up to 12 guests

Name That Toon

A 22-foot Premier tritoon. Three tubes make it smooth and steady, with room for the whole group and the cooler.

Length
22 ft
Engine
150 hp Honda
Guests
Up to 12
4 hours
$350
9 hours
$500
Book Name That Toon
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Tritoon pontoon · Up to 12 guests

Streak

Our longest boat: a 23-foot Coach tritoon with a 150 hp Honda. Plenty of seating for a birthday or a family day out.

Length
23 ft
Engine
150 hp Honda
Guests
Up to 12
4 hours
$350
9 hours
$500
Book Streak
Check availability
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Deck boat · Up to 9 guests

Hurricane

A 19-foot deck boat with a 115 hp Yamaha four-stroke. Our best value, and easy to handle for smaller groups.

Length
19 ft
Engine
115 hp Yamaha
Guests
Up to 9
4 hours
$275
9 hours
$400
Book Hurricane
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Not sure which boat fits your group? Every boat has a Coast Guard limit for people and weight. Call (352) 557-3161 and we’ll help you choose.

Ways to save

Two easy ways to take 10% off

Enter the code when you book online. One code per booking.

Monday–Wednesday

Weekday 10% off

Quieter water and a lower price. Valid on any boat, Monday through Wednesday. Holidays excluded.

Code WD10

Every day

Hometown heroes 10% off

For veterans, police officers, firefighters and first responders. Thank you for your service. Please bring a valid ID or proof of service to check-in.

Code HEROES10

How it works

From booking to open water

No membership and no boat to tow. Just book, show up, and go.

  1. Book online

    Pick a boat and a time. Change or cancel free up to 72 hours ahead.

  2. Check your driver

    Drivers must be 25+ with boating experience. Born in 1988 or later? Get your boater card first.

  3. Meet us at the marina

    Check in at Cypress Cove Marina & Resort. We walk you through the boat and the local waterway rules before you leave the dock.

  4. Return and refuel

    Bring the boat back to the dock. We refill the tank and charge only for what you used.

At the marina

We’re based at Cypress Cove Marina & Resort, 10354 Cypress Cove Ln, Clermont. The Cove Bar is right on site if you want a bite or a drink before or after your trip.

The Cove Bar is independently owned and operated and isn’t affiliated with Clermont Boat Rental.

The lakes

Eleven lakes, one connected waterway

Cypress trees line the shore and give the water its tea color. The chain is part of the Palatlakaha River system, an Outstanding Florida Water. You launch from Cypress Cove Marina & Resort on Lake Minnehaha.

Read the lakes guide  ·  Directions to the marina

Moss-draped cypress trees on the shore of Lake Louisa, the largest lake in the Clermont Chain of Lakes
Lake Louisa, the largest lake in the chain. Photo: Ebyabe, CC BY-SA 2.5 (cropped)
Illustration only. Not to scale, and the layout is simplified.

From our renters

Great staff and high quality boats make for a relaxing day on the water. Brandon C.

Before you book

Good to know

The questions renters ask most. Anything else, call (352) 557-3161.

Who can drive the boat?

Every driver must be 25 or older and have prior boating experience. Before you head out, we give you a full briefing on the boat and local waterway rules.

Do I need a boater safety card?

If you were born before 1988, a valid driver’s license is enough. If you were born on or after January 1, 1988, you need a Florida boating safety education ID card from the FWC, plus photo ID.

No card yet? Take an approved course through MyFWC, some of which are free. Or take the temporary rental course at boat-ed.com. It costs $6 for materials and $3 for the test, and it’s valid for 90 days.

How does fuel work?

Fuel isn’t included in the rental price. The boat leaves full, and you pay only for the gas you use. We charge it to the card on file when you return.

What if it rains?

Summer afternoon showers are common in Florida. If a major storm front hits the morning of your rental, we reschedule your date. On a complete rainout day, you can rebook or take a 100% gift card for a future trip.

We don’t reschedule for a forecast, clouds, or cold. If rain starts after you’ve had the boat for more than half the day, we can’t give you another full day.

What’s the cancellation policy?

Cancel for a full refund or switch to a new date any time up to 72 hours before your rental. Later changes, same-day cancellations, and no-shows pay the full rate.

There’s no security deposit. You pay the full rental price when you book, and we keep a card on file in case of damage.

Are life jackets provided?

Yes. We provide standard orange Coast Guard approved life jackets. We don’t stock every child size, so bring properly fitted vests for kids. Florida law requires young children to wear a Coast Guard approved life jacket at all times on board.

How many people can come along?

Each boat has a Coast Guard rating for both people and weight. Whichever limit you reach first is your maximum. Contact us if you have questions about your group.

Can we tube or waterski?

No. Tubing, towing, and skiing aren’t allowed. Our boats are built for leisure cruising, and they aren’t equipped or insured for water sports.

Do you offer military or first responder discounts?

Yes. Veterans, police officers, firefighters and first responders get 10% off any day with code HEROES10. Please bring a valid ID or proof of service to check-in. We also offer 10% off Monday through Wednesday with code WD10 (holidays excluded). One code per booking.

Ready to get on the water?

Pick your boat, choose your date, and book online in minutes.

Ways to save 10%

Mon–Wed: code WD10

Veterans, police, firefighters & first responders: code HEROES10

One code per booking. Bring ID or proof of service for HEROES10. WD10 excludes holidays.

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