Lake Harding, also called Bartlett's Ferry Lake, is a 5,850-acre lake on the Chattahoochee River, with its whole Alabama shoreline in Lee County.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Lake Harding, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
The state line runs up the main channel for about 12 miles, Halawakee and Osanippa creeks reach back into Alabama, and the lake drops past 100 feet deep near the dam.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Lake Harding
Your rentals are waiting for you at Lake Harding, so there's no truck, no trailer and no towing to worry about.
- MasterCraft surf boat rentals – big, clean wakes for surfing and wakeboarding at Lake Harding, with boards, skis and tubes on board.
- Sea-Doo jet ski rentals – rent one or a pair, including 3-seat models that can tow a tube or skier.
- Boat tours & private charters – relax while an experienced driver-instructor handles the boat, with wakesurf, wakeboard and ski lessons for every level.
- Tubes, paddle boards and floats – extras that turn a boat day at Lake Harding into a full beach party.
Book Now or call or text 1-888-594-6610 – we answer 7 a.m.–10 p.m. every day.
Lake Harding at a glance
| Alabama shore | Lee County |
|---|---|
| Size | About 5,850 acres |
| River | Chattahoochee River |
| Dam | Bartlett's Ferry, 1926 |
| Creeks | Halawakee and Osanippa |
| Nearby | Valley, Smiths Station, Opelika |
Best things to do on Lake Harding
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Wakesurfing – calm water on still mornings.
- Jet skiing – open water and quiet coves.
- Creek cruising – the long Halawakee Creek arm on the Alabama side.
Where to launch at Lake Harding
- Chattahoochee Valley Recreation Park – the public ramp on Halawakee Creek off Lee Road 379.
- Po' Boy Landing – the public ramp near Bartlett's Ferry Dam at the south end.
Weekday mornings are the quietest time on the water. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Lake Harding
- Mornings are calmest for surfing.
- Alabama requires an observer besides the driver when towing, and no towing between sunset and sunrise.
- Kids under 8 must wear a life jacket on board in Alabama.
Alabama boating rules to know
- Every boat needs a wearable life jacket for each person on board. Children under 8 must wear one at all times unless they're inside an enclosed cabin, and everyone on a jet ski or being towed must wear one.
- Towing a skier, wakeboarder or tuber requires an observer besides the driver, and the person being towed must wear a life jacket. Towing isn't allowed between sunset and sunrise.
- Jet skis need the engine cut-off lanyard attached to the driver, and everyone riding must wear a life jacket.
- Keep to no-wake speed in posted no-wake zones, marinas and near docks and swimmers.
Map of Lake Harding
Lake Harding rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Lake Harding?
MasterCraft wakesurf and wakeboard boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, water toys like tubes and lily pads, and private boat tours with lessons.
Will my boat be at Lake Harding when I arrive?
Yes. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Lake Harding, so there's nothing to tow.
Where is Lake Harding in Alabama?
Along the Georgia line in Lee County, east of Opelika and near Valley and Smiths Station.
Can you jet ski on Lake Harding?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Lake Harding.
How big is Lake Harding?
About 5,850 acres, shared with Harris County, Georgia.
Is Lake Harding the same as Bartlett's Ferry Lake?
Yes. Lake Harding, Bartlett's Ferry Lake and Bartlett's Ferry Reservoir are all names for the same lake.