Portage Lakes State Park

Get out on the water and experience self-serve kayak rentals at Portage Lakes State Park in Akron, Ohio, brought to you by Whenever Watersports. Spread across a stunning interconnected chain of lakes just south of downtown Akron, Portage Lakes is one of Northeast Ohio's most iconic and beloved outdoor destinations and an absolutely incredible place to spend a day paddling. Our automated rental kiosk makes getting started a breeze. Simply scan the QR code, book your rental straight from your smartphone, and you're on the water in minutes with no reservations, no waiting, and no staff required. Whenever Watersports is open seven days a week from sunup to sundown, so come explore the gorgeous interconnected waters of Portage Lakes and see why this place has been a Northeast Ohio favorite for generations!