Boating In DC

Avoid the lines at our popular Key Bridge location and travel just down the road to Thompson Boat Center. Whether you’re looking to explore great national monuments, experience peaceful moments reflected in the calm waters, or learn a new skill and get fit, Thompson Boat Center is your destination in our nation’s capital. We invite you to kayak, canoe, row, or bike to your heart’s content in and around Washington, DC.

Many of our boaters love an early morning paddle where catching the sight of a young hawk swoop down from Roosevelt Island to catch a fish out of the Potomac. Or if you just want to get out on the water on your own terms, we offer a wide variety of boat rentals to get you out on your personal water adventure!