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Sam Smith’s Boat Yard & Rentals

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Boaters on Otsego Lake in Cooperstown have a full-service marine facility in Sam Smith’s Boat Yard & Rentals. It offers summer and winter storage, mechanical and maintenance services and a bait and tackle shed, plus a fleet of rental boats, large and small, for exploring the lake and its history.

Rentals include kayaks, canoes, fishing boats, cruisers and both large and small pontoon boats, with life jackets and one full tank of gas included. Two other businesses share the location: Lake Classic Outfitters, a nautical boutique, and the Blue Mingo Grill, which serves lakeside dining.

What to Know

  • Rental boats range from kayaks and canoes to fishing boats, cruisers and pontoons.
  • Life jackets and one full tank of gas come with each rental.
  • Tubing and water skiing are not allowed with rental boats, and refunds are not given for early returns or poor weather.
  • Lake Classic Outfitters, a nautical boutique, is on site.
  • Blue Mingo Grill offers lakeside dining at the same location.

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