Section No. 9
Livin' the Lake Life
The mayor says it, we live it — livin' the Lake Life. Pontoons, jet skis, kayaks, sails, and deep-water salmon charters: rent it by the hour on Pine and Stone Lakes, or head twelve miles up the road to Michigan City and chase king salmon on the big lake.
Pine Lake Marina
908 Pine Lake Ave · Pontoon, tritoon, and high-performance ski boat rentals with tow packages — tubes, wakeboards, and skis. Seasonal slips, boat ramp, and a ship store. (219) 402-1120.
Pine Lake Rentals
At the Blue Heron Inn, 1110 Lakeside St · Pontoon and kayak rentals on Pine Lake with a new or nearly-new fleet, half- and full-day rates, and the Boardwalk Beach Bar right on site. (219) 370-3836.
T & E Marine Rentals
Mobile jet ski rental delivered to the lake of your choosing — La Porte's way to fly across the water. (219) 455-8800.
Maple City Adventure
222 Pine Lake Ave · La Porte's first kayak and electric bike rental shop — single and tandem kayaks by the hour or day, delivered to the lake for you.
Stone Lake Beach Kayak Rentals
Self-serve kayaks right at Stone Lake Beach — scan the QR code or use the Rent.Fun app, paddle and life vest included.
La Porte Yacht Club
Sailing on Pine Lake since way back — racing, lessons, and a community of sail.
Pine Lake Boat & Motor
Lakeside pontoon rentals for cruising and fishing, plus a full repair and service shop.
Fay's Marina
909 Pine Lake Ave · Full-service marine shop — boat and personal watercraft sales, parts, service, and kayaks since forever. (219) 362-1491.
Fire Drill Charters
Michigan City · Lake Michigan's premier salmon and trout charter, sailing from Heisman Harbor. (219) 898-8282.
Tightline Fishing Charters
Michigan City · Salmon and trout charters plus lake cruises on Lake Michigan.
Colorblind Charters
Michigan City · Six-hour salmon and trout trips for up to 6 guests aboard a spacious Carolina Classic.
Spontaneous Fishing Charters
Michigan City · Offshore salmon aboard Spontaneous, a 40-foot Chris Craft sportfishing yacht.
Cloud Nine Charter Fishing
Washington Park Marina, Michigan City · Lake Michigan charter fishing with Captain on Cloud Nine. (219) 879-7852.
Public Boat Launches
Stone Lake's concrete ramp at Soldiers Memorial Park and Clear Lake's launch at Fox Memorial Park — bring your own and get straight on the water.
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