Somerville
Come paddle the Mystic River! Rent a Canoe, Paddleboard, or Kayak in Somerville and paddle the full seven miles of the Mystic River, including skyline views and access to the scenic lakes and swimming area. The DCR Blessing of the Bay Boathouse is a short one mile walk from the Assembly Row train station and shops and bars — Come by T and end your day with ice cream or dinner in the busy Assembly Row area!
Before you come, feel free to read our Mystic River Paddling Safety Information (also available in Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, Arabic, and French) and take our fun safety quiz!
Paddling Maps
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Mystic River Paddling Map
On-site Rental Rates
| Boat | 0 - 1.5 Hours | 1.5 - 3 Hours | Full Day |
 Single Kayak (1 adult) | $35 | $45 | $57 |
 Double Kayak (2 adults) | $51 | $64 | $78 |
 Kid’s Kayak (age 6-12) | $17 | $30 | $41 |
 Kid’s Paddleboard (age 6-12) | $17 | $30 | $41 |
 Paddleboard (1 adult)* | $35 | $45 | $57 |
 Canoe (3 adults or 2 adults & 2 kids )* | $51 | $64 | $78 |
 XL Canoe (up to 5 adults)* | $63 | $74 | $89 |
 Paddleboat (up to 4 adults)* | $51 | $64 | $78 |
 Rowboat (3 adults or 2 adults & 2 kids )* | $51 | $64 | $78 |
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Location
32 Shore Drive, Somerville, Massachusetts, 02145
Free onsite parking! If our lot is full, there is 2 hour street parking located along Shore Drive, across from the boathouse. Additionally Assembly Row has free 3-hr parking, about a 20min walk away, we recommend the Market Place Lot.
