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8 more launches without a name in OpenStreetMap are shown as grey pins on the map.
Boat rentals (3)
Sylvan Lake boat rental
All details (2)
- Fee: yes
- Hours: "seasonal w/ resort"
✓ Verified on facility site · October 25, 2026
Pactola Marina – Boat Rentals
23060 Custer Gulch Rd, Rapid City, SD 57702 · (605) 343-4283
All details (2)
- Pontoons, fishing boats, kayaks, canoes and paddleboards
- Pactola Reservoir
✓ Verified on facility site · October 25, 2026
Sheridan Lake Marina – Boat Rentals
16451 Sheridan Lake Rd, Rapid City, SD 57702 · (605) 574-2169
All details (2)
- Pontoons, fishing boats, jet skis, kayaks, canoes and paddleboards
- Seasonal: mid-May to mid-September
Marinas (2)
Marinas near Rapid City on Pactola Reservoir and Sheridan Lake. Services are listed only where the marina’s own website states them; call ahead for availability and rates.
✓ Verified on facility site · October 25, 2026
Sheridan Lake Marina
16451 Sheridan Lake Rd, Rapid City, SD 57702 · (605) 574-2169
On Sheridan Lake
All details (2)
- 113 boat slips on 383-acre Sheridan Lake
- Boat rentals, store and dry storage
✓ Verified on facility site · October 25, 2026
Pactola Marina
23060 Custer Gulch Rd, Rapid City, SD 57702 · (605) 343-4283
On Pactola Reservoir
All details (2)
- Boat slips and dry docking
- Pontoon, fishing boat, kayak, canoe and paddleboard rentals
Marina Day Gear
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Handy gear
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Rapid City guide
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Frequently asked questions
How many boat ramps are near Rapid City, SD?
This page lists 1 named boat launch around Rapid City, from OpenStreetMap, plus 8 unnamed launches shown on the map.
What marinas are near Rapid City, SD?
Marinas listed here, each checked on its own website: Sheridan Lake Marina (Sheridan Lake); Pactola Marina (Pactola Reservoir). Contact each marina for slip availability and rates.
Where can I rent a boat in Rapid City?
Rental businesses listed here: Sylvan Lake boat rental; Pactola Marina – Boat Rentals; Sheridan Lake Marina – Boat Rentals. Check each company’s website for boats, hours and prices.