Lake Martin is a 44,000-acre lake on the Tallapoosa River near Alexander City and Dadeville, with more than 750 miles of wooded shoreline.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Lake Martin, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
Clear water, big coves and spots like Chimney Rock and Wind Creek State Park make it Alabama's favorite lake for summer weekends.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Lake Martin
Your rentals are waiting for you at Lake Martin, so there's no truck, no trailer and no towing to worry about.
- MasterCraft boat rentals – roomy premium boats with surf boards, wakeboards and tubes, so the whole group can ride at Lake Martin.
- Sea-Doo jet ski rentals – quick, easy-to-ride watercraft for exploring every cove of Lake Martin.
- Private boat tours & lessons – a driver-instructor runs the boat and coaches first-timers and experienced riders alike.
- Water toy rentals – add tubes, floating lily pads, paddle boards or a water trampoline to your day.
Book Now or call or text 1-888-594-6610 – we answer 7 a.m.–10 p.m. every day.
Lake Martin at a glance
| Location | Alexander City and Dadeville |
|---|---|
| Size | About 44,000 acres |
| Shoreline | More than 750 miles |
| River | Tallapoosa River |
| Dam | Martin Dam, 1926 |
| Park | Wind Creek State Park |
Best things to do on Lake Martin
- Wakesurfing – clear, sheltered coves.
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Jet skiing – hundreds of coves to explore.
- Cove hangouts – popular sandbars and coves on weekends.
Where to launch at Lake Martin
- Wind Creek State Park – state park with a marina near Alexander City.
- Public ramps – Alabama Power access areas around the lake.
Summer weekends are some of the busiest in Alabama, so start early. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Lake Martin
- 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 Martin
Lake Martin rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Lake Martin?
Premium MasterCraft surf and ski boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, tubes, lily pads and paddle boards, and captained boat tours with lessons.
Will my boat be at Lake Martin when I arrive?
Yes. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Lake Martin, so there's nothing to tow.
Where is Lake Martin?
In east-central Alabama near Alexander City and Dadeville, about an hour from Montgomery.
Can you jet ski on Lake Martin?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Lake Martin.
How big is Lake Martin?
About 44,000 acres, with more than 750 miles of shoreline.
Is Lake Martin clear?
Yes. It's known for clear water and wooded shores.