Pedal Boat Rentals at Coosa Landing

Fantastic news that the pedal boats are back at Coosa Landing just in time for Etowah County Schools' Spring Break.

Hours of Rental: 9am-4pm

Price of Rental: $20/hour

The Coosa River already is a popular recreation destination for both locals and visitors during the summer months, and the City of Gadsden has added a new option for fun on the water for Memorial Day weekend.

Four pedal boats are available for rental at the Coosa Landing bait shop, according to a news release from the city, and will be offered now throughout the summer months.

Each is designed with a unique animal motif, according to the release: two swans, a duck and a dragon.

The boats can accommodate five riders: two pedalers up front, three on a fully enclosed rear seat.  Life jackets are required; a limited number are available at the bait shop.

The rental fee is $20 for an hour; the boats also can be rented for longer periods, according to the release, and the fee drops to $10 an hour after the initial 60 minutes.

Renters must be at least 18; an ID is required.

Rentals begin at 9 a.m.; the last rental of the day will be at 4 p.m.

For more information, call 256-549-4677.