Now Open weekends & Holidays

Holy Cow Canoe is pleased to be able to offer safe, affordable, and easily accessible recreational paddling for you and your family. Located at Fairy Lake in the beautiful and historic town of Acton.

On site hourly rentals are available for canoes, kayaks, and stand up paddle boards (SUP). Rental program runs from May to mid September on Saturday’s, Sunday’s, and statutory holidays from 10:am to 8:pm. (weather permitting) 

Approved life jackets, small boating safety kit, and paddles are provided and included in the cost of the rentals.

Accepting only CASH payment at the current time.

Link to map to Fairy Lake

The possibility for you and/or your personal items getting wet, becoming submerged, and/or falling into the water is always ever present when boating.

We do not assume any liability whatsoever for any loss or damage to any personal items brought on board your rental boat. (Including but not limited to; cell phones, purses, wallets, clothing, jewelry, etc. 

Rules & Regulations

Person(s) renting must be 18 years or older. Under 18 will require consent of a parent or legal guardian along with their signature for participation.
All boaters under the Rental Agreement must not remove and continue to wear Life Jackets – (PFD)
Boaters are prohibited from exiting the boats when on the water. No diving, jumping, or entering the water from your boat is allowed.  (unless in an emergency). Intentionally capsizing either your, or anyone else’s boat is strictly prohibited and will lead to immediate termination of your rental without refund.

Dogs are allowed and encouraged. Leash free area in Prospect Park.
Avoid close encounters with wildlife. Do not feed wildlife.

Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
Boat rentals fees, as well as the non-used portions of the rental fees are Non refundable in the event of inclement weather.
Please dispose of litter in trash cans at end of trip.
Renter will be required to reimburse costs for any/all damages or loss of any equipment at current replacement cost. 
Do not stay on the water if there is thunder or lightning.
No gas or electric motor to be attached to the rental boat.
Late fees will apply if the boat is returned after the scheduled return time 
Please make sure you have bug spray, hat, water, sunscreen, and your required safety equipment before launching.

Most of all HAVE FUN!!!! Meet us at the new wheelchair accessible dock at Prospect Park this summer.

Fairy Lake Prospect Park in Acton, Ontario.

30 Park Avenue, Acton

Please email us if you have any questions or concerns.

Fairy Lake is the perfect place to fish, paddle a canoe and have a picnic. There is even a splash pad for the kiddies to cool off in.

More information on fishing the Credit Valley.

You can also rent at Conservation Halton – Kelso Lake. Visit the following Conservation Halton website for more information.

From the Conservation Halton website “Paddle quiet, peaceful Kelso Lake. No motorized boats are allowed, making your time on the lake safe and quiet. Kelso lake is also stocked with over 8, 000 trout and offers many great spots to see if they are biting. Holy Cow Canoes, paddle boats and kayaks are available for rent. Approved PFD’s, paddles and a safety kit are supplied with each rental.”

Rental information is provided on the HRCA website.

E-mail the Kelso Boat Rental Coordinator at rentals@hrca.on.ca for more information.