Yellowstone Explored Kayaks runs Island Park’s first self-service kayak-vending kiosk, located at the Island Park Reservoir boat launch just west of Ponds Lodge. Swipe a card, unlock a craft and paddle in under a minute—24/7. Choose from 4 tandem kayaks, 2 adult solos and 2 lightweight youth models. Each rental supplies an adjustable paddle and Coast-Guard-approved life vest, sanitized after every use. Rate: $10 per hour, 2-hour minimum; billing stops automatically when you redock. With direct access to 8,400 acres of glassy water ringed by lodgepole pines and the Centennial Mountains, exploring Idaho’s high-country reservoir has never been easier.
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