We look forward to you joining us!

All participants must complete an Acknowledgement of Risk form prior to your rental. Please forward this link to any other party joining you on your rental vessel(s). Adults may add their minor children to their own waiver. Forms must be completed annually, so even if you completed one for last year, you'll need to renew your form for 2022.

Please see below for important information to read prior to your rental. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call the office at 703-768-0018 and we'll be happy to help.

Getting to the Marina

We recommend you arrive on foot, bicycle, or via a car share whenever possible. Parking at the marina is crowded, especially on the weekends. You may park in any available spot at the marina, or in the adjacent picnic area parking lot. Do not park on the entrance road reserved for trailer parking, as your car may be ticketed or towed.

Check-In

Plan to arrive 20 minutes prior to the start of your rental. The office is located inside the trailer near the entrance to the marina. Please check in there to let us know you’ve arrived and to be sure you signed the Acknowledgement of Risk form already.

Included Equipment

Your rental includes life jackets for all participants and paddle(s) for canoes and kayaks.

Restrooms

The restrooms adjacent to the office are open during business hours.

Food and Beverages

Only bottled water is allowed on all rental vessels. The park provides several areas for picnicking before or after your rental. The marina vending machines sell sodas, water, and juices only.

Weather

We monitor the weather frequently throughout the day and will rent when conditions allow safe boating, including when raining. We recommend calling the office if threatening weather is forecasted. We will make every attempt to call you if last-minute inclement weather cancellations become necessary.

Clothing

Dress for the current and predicted weather conditions. In spring and fall, a light windbreaker is desirable as it is always cooler on the water. We suggest wearing a hat and sunglasses with straps. Lip balm and sunscreen are also suggested.

Shoes

Wear nonskid boat shoes or another closed-toe shoe that can get wet. Sandals and flip flops do not provide adequate foot protection and are not recommended.

Personal Belongings

We recommend that any items of value, including phones and wallets, be left at home. Any personal items that are brought on site may be stored in the open-air cubbies located next to the rental dock. Please keep in mind that items are stored in these cubbies at the owner’s risk, and that Belle Haven Marina Inc. and its staff are not responsible for any lost, damaged, or stolen property.

Thank you!