Welcome to the
Rock/Creek Experience Center
Hike / Paddle / Bike
Spending time outside is proven to boost overall mental and physical health, and our goal is to help people get outside to further or to develop a relationship with wild places. We work to introduce people to local natural areas so they understand the need to maintain and improve access for future generations.
We’re committed to donating one dollar from every booking to our local nonprofit partners, who support land and water conservation, and bring outdoor engagement opportunities to underserved communities in and around Chattanooga.
We believe that people who love our landscapes will want to protect them, which is why we’re on a mission to get as many people outside as possible.
Updated rental hours are 10am-6pm Monday through Saturday, and 1pm 6pm on Sundays at our Riverside Drive location.
If you live in Chattanooga or have heard that National Geographic Adventure called it one of the “Best Adventure Towns in the US to Live & Play,” then you probably already know that there are:
- over 100 miles of singletrack mountain bike trails within 15 minutes
- 54 trailheads within 25 minutes
- More than 70 miles of paddle-ready blue ways within 25 minutes of downtown
With this kind of proximity and renowned quality all you need is the right gear and you’ll be set for some epic experiences. This is where we come in. Rock/Creek Rentals gives you access to top-of-the-line outdoor gear that you can take on all your Chattanooga adventures.
Pick up your rental bike/kayak/SUP at our Basecamp: 1530 Riverside Drive
This longer version of our super stable and maneuverable one person boat is made for lakes/pond and slow moving rivers/streams. Its padded and adjustable seat means it is comfy for full days, and the big storage compartments allow you to bring along more toys and lunch.
Paddle and lifejacket included.
This one person beginner friendly kayak is our lightest kayak option, is very stable but maneuverable, and is perfect for leisure trips. A bit smaller and lighter but also slower than the Tribe 11.5 we also rent, if your looking to cover more distance then look at the the "sit-on-top kayak - long" option.
Paddle and lifejacket included
This two person beginner friendly kayak is stable and fast, featuring padded adjustable seats, cup holders, and gear storage compartments. It's a great way to work together with a partner to tackle Lake Chickamauga or the mighty Tennessee River.
This rental is for up to 8 hours, it includes a paddle, personal flotation device, and location recommendations.
Rent our inflatable, beginner friendly, all around Stand Up Paddle Board for up to 2 hours. The SHUBU is rigid enough you won't know its inflatable but friendly is you fall onto it or run into rocks. It's great for cruising, SUP yoga, fishing, or just floating along with friends.
Boards have bungee cords that help to hold a bag, a cooler, or your paddle when you're not using it. An adjustable paddle, personal flotation device, and location recommendations are included.
Rent our inflatable, beginner friendly, all around Stand Up Paddle Board for up to 4 hours. The SHUBU is rigid enough you won't know its inflatable but friendly is you fall onto it or run into rocks. It's great for cruising, SUP yoga, fishing, or just floating along with friends.
Boards have bungee cords that help to hold a bag, a cooler, or your paddle when you're not using it. An adjustable paddle, personal flotation device, and location recommendations are included.
Rent our inflatable, touring Stand Up Paddle Board for up to 8 hours. The SHUBU Raven is rigid enough you won't know its inflatable but friendly is you fall onto it or run into rocks. It's great for going longer distance or those looking for a more narrow high performance SUP experience.
Boards have bungee cords that help to hold a bag, a cooler, or your paddle when you're not using it. An adjustable paddle, personal flotation device, and location recommendations are included.
This one person fishing boat is made for lakes/pond and slow moving rivers/streams. Its elevated and padded seat means it is comfy and dryer for full days. Big bungee cord storage compartments allow you to bring along more toys and lunch. Cup and fishing rod holders keep things close and convenient.
This rental is for up to 8 hours, it includes a paddle, personal flotation device, and location recommendations
Need to haul a bike but don't have an easy way? We rent the 3 bike hauler, that allows you to transport your bikes with the front wheels still on. It quickly attaches to a car trunk, hatch back, or SUV rear door.
Need to haul a bike but don't have an easy way? We rent the 4 bike hauler, that allows you to transport your bikes with the front wheels still on. It quickly attaches to a trailer hitch and can accommodate both 1.25 and 2 inch hitch sizes. It tilts down for easy trunk access.
Need to haul a mountain bike but don't have an easy way?
You can rent our Yakima HangOver Hitch Bike Rack. This only works for mountain bikes, this does not haul road bikes. We rent the 6 bike hauler, that allows you to transport your bikes with the front wheels still on. It quickly attaches to a trailer hitch of a 2 inch hitch size. It tilts down for easy trunk access or to keep the tires from touching the back of a van/suv.
Need to haul a boat but don't have a rack?
You can rent our Yakima Easy Top Temporary Roof Rack. They go through the door frames and clip inside the vehicle for quick installation.