Do the kayaks have back rests.

Yes the kayaks do have backrests.

If you get a sit-in kayak, they do. You may have to adjust it a little for it to be comfortable.

Yes but they aren't padded

Yes they do put your phone in plastic bag then get double bagged Kroger bag with towel or cloth in it also you can put snacks & drinks i did most kayak's have a cubby hole in the back check to make sure yours or your friends does before you bring bag on River have fun i love this place !!!

Yes, they have backs. I found it very comfortable.

I have been there a number of times and agree with the others that The Kayaks, if sit in style, do you have backrests but they are not padded.