Hours & Season Dates

Lazy Day Raft Rentals operates seasonally on the Bow River in Calgary. Use this page to check our current hours, summer float season, Pre-Float Shuttle season and important availability notes before you book.

Current Operating Hours

Lazy Day Raft Rentals is open daily during the summer float season (weather permitting)

Monday to Sunday: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

These are our current official hours but vary due to weather and river conditions. Please check online booking availability before visiting.

Bow River Float Season

Lazy Day’s main river rental season typically runs from May 15 to September 15, weather and river conditions permitting.

Exact opening and closing dates may change each year depending on weather, water levels, river conditions, air quality and operational readiness.

Pre-Float Shuttle Season

The Pre-Float Shuttle typically operates from the Canada Day long weekend through the Labour Day long weekend, with exact dates updated each season.

The shuttle runs before your float. Guests who book the shuttle meet at the Lazy Day shop near the endpoint, then ride to West Baker Park before starting their Bow River float.

Seasonal Availability

Service	Typical Availability	Notes
Raft rentals	May 15 to September 15	Weather and river conditions permitting
Kayak, SuperTube and Packraft rentals	May 15 to September 15	Availability may vary by date and inventory
Pre-Float Shuttle	Canada Day long weekend through Labour Day long weekend	Exact dates updated each season
Guided tours	Summer season	By request or availability
Group bookings	Summer season	Custom packages available
Gift cards	Online year-round, if available	Can be used for future float seasons

Before You Visit

Before visiting Lazy Day Raft Rentals, please check the online booking calendar for current availability. River activities may be affected by weather, water levels, river flow, air quality or safety conditions.

If conditions change, Lazy Day may adjust operating hours, shuttle availability or rental availability to help keep guests and staff safe.

Frequently Asked Questions

Lazy Day Raft Rentals is currently open daily from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM during the summer float season.
Lazy Day’s main river rental season typically runs from May 15 to September 15, weather and river conditions permitting.
The Pre-Float Shuttle typically operates from the Canada Day long weekend through the Labour Day long weekend, with exact dates updated each season.
Lazy Day’s river rental operations are seasonal and currently operate during the summer float season. Some online services, such as gift cards or future booking inquiries, may be available outside the float season.
Yes. Hours and availability may change due to weather, water levels, river conditions, air quality, or operational needs. Please check the online booking calendar before visiting.