Manhattan Community Boathouse

Manhattan Community Boathouse We are an all-volunteer nonprofit organization providing free public kayaking on the Hudson River. Paddle with us at Pier 96 in Hudson River Park.

We offer free kayaking as an introduction to the recreational boating opportunities in Manhattan and to help connect the public with the New York City waterfront. Our organization is made possible by the efforts of our all-volunteer staff and public donations.

UPDATE: Sunday, June 7th - 1:30PM: Our program is on pause due to lightning in the area.
06/07/2026

UPDATE: Sunday, June 7th - 1:30PM: Our program is on pause due to lightning in the area.

Sharing a few highlights from our first week on the water. Now that our season is in full swing, you can paddle with us ...
06/06/2026

Sharing a few highlights from our first week on the water. Now that our season is in full swing, you can paddle with us on Saturday & Sunday afternoons, and Monday & Tuesday evenings. No reservations required!

It's too windy to safely run our program, so today's free kayaking is cancelled. New volunteer orientation will take pla...
05/30/2026

It's too windy to safely run our program, so today's free kayaking is cancelled.

New volunteer orientation will take place as scheduled for everyone who has already signed up!

Due to the weather forecast, our free kayaking program at Hudson River Park's Pier 96 is cancelled this weekend.This isn...
05/22/2026

Due to the weather forecast, our free kayaking program at Hudson River Park's Pier 96 is cancelled this weekend.

This isn't how we wanted to kick off the season, but we're still looking forward to getting you out on the water this summer, starting on May 30th!

The MCBH team has been hard at work getting ready for opening weekend! Our pre-season to-do list included patching and p...
05/11/2026

The MCBH team has been hard at work getting ready for opening weekend! Our pre-season to-do list included patching and prepping kayaks, deploying new buoys, dock maintenance and stenciling new life jackets. We also had our annual boat and safety gear inspection from our friends at !

Due to the weather forecast, we will be closed tomorrow, October 12th. That makes today, Saturday, October 11th the last...
10/11/2025

Due to the weather forecast, we will be closed tomorrow, October 12th. That makes today, Saturday, October 11th the last day of our 2025 season. Come paddle with us before tomorrow's storm rolls in!

This weekend is the final weekend of our 2025 season! You can kayak with us 1PM-6PM this Saturday and Sunday, with last ...
10/09/2025

This weekend is the final weekend of our 2025 season! You can kayak with us 1PM-6PM this Saturday and Sunday, with last admission at 5:30PM. Don't miss your chance to get on the water one last time!

There are just two weekends left in our 2025 season and it's a gorgeous day to be on the water. If you're not kayaking t...
10/04/2025

There are just two weekends left in our 2025 season and it's a gorgeous day to be on the water. If you're not kayaking today, you're missing out!

Every day on the water is a day worth celebrating. (We supply the life jackets, but you've got to bring your own party h...
09/28/2025

Every day on the water is a day worth celebrating. (We supply the life jackets, but you've got to bring your own party hats!)

Blue skies, warm water, shorter lines and gorgeous sunsets... If you think kayaking is just for summer, you're missing o...
09/17/2025

Blue skies, warm water, shorter lines and gorgeous sunsets... If you think kayaking is just for summer, you're missing out!

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801 12th Avenue, Pier 96
New York, NY
10019

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