Empire Kayaks
Empire Kayaks
4.5
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Rich P
Bayville, NY62 contributions
Jun 2022 • Friends
This is a great kayak store! I ordered a Hobie Passport 12 kayak last October and just picked it up today. Gabrielle and Michael were fantastic and made the buying and pickup experience so smooth and easy. I highly recommend this business for kayak sales and rentals and accessorie.
Written 8 June 2022
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SLM3102
4 contributions
Jul 2019
Excellent quality, multiple types of kayaks and paddle board options, awesome & helpful staff, training and advice for conditions provided based on prior or non-experience as needed. Empire Kayaks is located in a picturesque setting with near no other boating traffic conveniently located on the south shore. Highly recommend, have been several times over the summer alone, with friends, with family of teens and adults! They are rated best on LI for a reason!
Written 8 October 2019
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mariacas68
Deer Park, NY71 contributions
Sept 2019 • Family
On a whim, we decided to go kayaking with family. I had never gone before. The staff at Empire was so friendly, they helped us out explaining how to steer the kayaks and what our best route should be. The water was great that day. I would definitely recommend this place and plan to go back. I think I just found a great new pastime.
Written 29 September 2019
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Peter R
Lynbrook, NY76 contributions
Aug 2018 • Friends
I had heard about Empire through a friend who has used them quite frequently. I decided to try them for myself. I was quite impressed at the service of the staff. They were informative and professional. The kayaks were clean and very safe. It was a relaxing afternoon on the water. Reasonable prices and good service. A fun afternoon for all.
Written 5 December 2018
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gmeltzfoto
Valley Stream, NY74 contributions
Aug 2017 • Family
We've come to kayak a few times, but most recently tried the stand up peddle boards (eclipse).. What a blast!! Thank you again Empire Kayaks!!!
Written 31 August 2017
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m915b
Brooklyn, NY66 contributions
Aug 2017 • Family
you can rent or buy Kayaks here. Once you buy from them you can always launch from there. Friendly helpful staff.
Written 9 August 2017
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michelle jv
Astoria, NY445 contributions
Jul 2017 • Couples
I've been renting from Gabby and Mike for years. They're so nice and helpful, have a great selection of quality boats, and give people boats based on their skill level and interest. Will be going back for a class later this month. Please, give them your money!
Written 4 July 2017
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endlessquest
New York109 contributions
Jul 2017 • Family
Came here with my two daughters and weren't sure if we wanted kayaks or stand up paddle boards. The staff took the time to explain all the different types of water craft they had. We ended up with a hobie stand up peddle board and two hobie peddle kayaks with the mirage peddle drives. We had a blast. The area has very little boat traffic so that was not a concern. Will difinatly go back again!
Written 3 July 2017
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crainbrown
Hewlett, NY5 contributions
Aug 2016 • Friends
We had a blast paddling around in the water, great exercise and lots of fun. It is really a wonderful way to enjoy a summer day.They gave good instructions so you feel safe.
Written 30 January 2017
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Howard S
Albany, NY798 contributions
Sept 2016 • Solo
When on Long Island to attend a wedding, I rented a kayak here to paddle on the south shore, since I had not paddled on Long Island yet. I rented a composite sea kayak, and they have a wide variety of craft to choose from. The store is nice and has what you need. You can also reach them by phone. I bought my own life jacket and paddles to use and was able to rinse the items off with as they had a hose by the launching area as they use it to wash their own equipment. The owners are friendly and accommodating and emphasize safety first.
Written 19 September 2016
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Stacy K
Flushing, NY
Can you bring along your own fishing rod along for free? Or is there an extra charge if I do? Is fishing even allowed?
jagermeister
ny34 contributions
Can fish.....no extra charge......but they do have kayaks with fishing setup, they might be a little extra to rent
Stacy K
Flushing, NY
Do you have to call ahead to reserve the kayaks or can I just rent the kayaks the day of?
jagermeister
ny34 contributions
Just rent day of........they have plenty of rentals, so will not be problem.
Just check.....in winter they are closed on Tuesday.....
I think during summer they are there every day.....but double check