Fully Equipped, Private Dock

Boat Rentals, Lake San Cristobal

Dan’s Fly Shop has the gear and boats to make it easy.

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Fishing or Cruising Boat Rentals

Get on the water with a fully equipped fishing boat, available for rent directly from our private dock on Lake San Cristobal. Whether you’re fishing for the day or just looking to cruise, we’ve got the gear and the boats to make it easy.

A group of 2 men and 2 women show off their catch of 11 trout as they get off of their pontoon rental on Lake San Cristobal.

20′ Pontoon
Boat Rentals

Max Capacity: 8 people

Rental Rates:
• Full Day: $500
• Half Day: $300

Features:
• Livewell for your catch
• Fish finder
• Mounted rod holders
• Stable, comfortable ride—perfect for groups, families, or anglers

A man is fishing in a jon boat rental at Lake San Cristobal in Lake City, Colorado.

14′ V-Hull
Jon Boat Rentals

Max Capacity: 3 people

Rental Rates:
• Full Day: $250
• Half Day: $150

Features:
• V-hull design for better handling and performance
• Lightweight and maneuverable
• Great for fishing the lake

Fishing gear rentals are demonstrated by a large trout held in a rented fish net in the water.

Add-on
Gear Rentals

We rent everything you need to fish and enjoy the lake:

• Trolling rods (with lead core line & line counters)
• Jigging rods (with line counters)
• Spinning rods
• Closed-faced rods
• Nets, tackle boxes, and more available in the shop for rent or purchase

A young angler shows off her catch standing in Dan's Fly Shop's pontoon boat.

Boat Rental Details

  • Location: Lake San Cristobal only (launches from our private dock).
  • Parking: Limited — please plan accordingly.
  • Check-In Required: All renters must stop by Dan’s Fly Shop the day of or day before the rental to sign releases and complete payment.
  • Minimum Age to Rent: 21 (applies to rental operator only).
  • Life Jackets: Provided. Required to be worn at all times for passengers under 16.
  • Swimming: Not permitted from the boat at any time.
Golden aspen start to turn color on the mountains on the far side of Lake San Cristobal near Lake City, Colorado.

Plan Ahead

• Call, book online, or stop by the shop to reserve your boat rental date.
• Boats are available for half-day (4 hours) or full-day (8 hours).
• Rentals are dockside at Lake San Cristobal only — boats are not trailered off-site.
• We’re happy to help you pick the right gear for your target species and time of year.

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