Question 1

What is the difference between STANDARD and PREMIUM pontoons?

Accepted Answer

Our Pontoon Rentals have two class categories. Here is the difference:    Our Standard Pontoons runs at about 90 HP. It's perfect for your general boating needs.   Our Premium Pontoons run at about 110HP. This makes them perfect for pulling a kneeboard or tube behind it! They also have our newest models within the fleet.

Question 2

Do you rent Jet Skis or Parasailing?

Accepted Answer

We do NOT offer jet skis or parasailing.

Question 3

Do I need a boating license?

Accepted Answer

YES! Pennsylvania law requires all PWC operators to have boater education and to carry a boater education card. In addition, those operating a boat over 25 hp are also required by law to pass a boater safety course and to carry a boater education card.    Regardless of your age, you need boater education if you will be operating a PWC in PA. You also need boater education if you were born on or after Jan. 1, 1982, and will be operating a boat over 25 hp in PA.   If you were born before Jan. 1, 1982, you don't need a boating license.   Go to Boat-Ed.com or ilearntoboat.com for training and info!

Question 4

What if I don't have have a boating license or boat safety card?

Accepted Answer

By Law our Boat Rentals (motorized) require; Vessel operators must have a Boater Education Card MUST carry the card on board the vessel and have it available for inspection by an enforcement officer. -Not carrying your Boater Education Card when one is required can result in a fine (information provided by Boat-Ed.com)   If you arrive for your boat rental without the following items, we have the right to refuse to rent a boat to you:   > Boaters Education Card*/Proof of Passing Boaters Safety Course**   *Regardless of your age, you need boater education if you will be operating a PWC in PA. You also need boater education if you were born on or after Jan. 1, 1982, and will be operating a boat over 25 hp in PA. **The safety course requirements apply to anyone operating a boat 25+ HP.

Question 5

What if my boating license is from out of state?

Accepted Answer

We DO accept out of state boating licenses. All states that have mandatory boater education requirements will accept the your state’s Boater Education Card. Likewise your state will accept boating education cards that are issued by states that meet NASBLA requirements.

Question 6

What are your cancellation policies?

Accepted Answer

Please see our "Cancellation Policy" section at the bottom of our Prices & Rules page.

Question 7

What if it rains?

Accepted Answer

For our boat rentals, unless there is a thunder and lighting storm, your reservation still stands. If you would like to do a raincheck, we can arrange that for you however; your rescheduled date must stay within the current rental season.

Question 8

Do we need to make reservations?

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Yes, we encourage reservations! This ensures, especially during holidays, that you will know what is available. You can call 570-857-0779 to make a reservation or Book Online!

Question 9

What time do the boats have to be back?

Accepted Answer

All rental boats need to be back by 5:00 pm.

Question 10

What's the weather like on Lake Wallenpaupack?

Accepted Answer

Mountain and Lake weather can change quite quickly. Please keep an eye on the weather reports frequently! When searching for weather conditions, use zip code 18426.

Question 11

Do offer gift certificates?

Accepted Answer

New for the 2022 season is a Pocono Action Sports Gift Certificate! You can get one by calling over the phone or coming in to our location.

Question 12

What form of payment do you accept?

Accepted Answer

We accept cash, or credit in the forms of Visa, Mastercard, Discover, or American Express.

Question 13

Is it customary to tip the crew?

Accepted Answer

Just like others in the service industry, the crew works very hard to make sure all your need aboard the boat are taken care of. It is customary to show them your appreciation by tipping 20%.

Question 14

Where are you located?

Accepted Answer

Pocono Action Sports is located at Lighthouse Harbor Marina on beautiful Lake Wallenpaupack in The Poconos (North East Pennsylvania). The physical address is: 969 Route 507 Greentown, PA 18426. Please check our "Contact Us" page for directions.

Question 15

Do you rent Snowmobiles?

Accepted Answer

No, we are usually closed for the winter months between November 1st and May 20th.

Question 16

How many people can go in a Pontoon?

Accepted Answer

We only allow up to 10 people on the pontoons, due to the coast guard rules, there will be no acceptions. Children count as adults as well.

Question 17

What can I bring on the boat?

Accepted Answer

You can bring whatever picnics, food, drinks, speakers, water accessories you like!   We DONT allow the following: No Glass - bottles, jars, containers No Pets   Please leave the boat clean of trash and spills. We really appreciate it!

Question 18

Can I bring alcohol?

Accepted Answer

You may drink alcohol on the boat however, we have a strict NO GLASS policy and, just like when you are driving anywhere, you MUST have a designated driver! Please don't drink and drive the boats!