Lake Mitchell is a lake of about 5,850 acres on the Coosa River near Clanton, between Lay Lake upstream and Lake Jordan downstream.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Lake Mitchell, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
Wooded bluffs and quiet coves make it one of the most relaxed lakes on the Coosa chain, just off I-65 in central Alabama.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Lake Mitchell
No truck or trailer needed: everything you rent is ready and waiting at Lake Mitchell.
- MasterCraft boat rentals – roomy premium boats with surf boards, wakeboards and tubes, so the whole group can ride at Lake Mitchell.
- Sea-Doo jet ski rentals – quick, easy-to-ride watercraft for exploring every cove of Lake Mitchell.
- Captained charters – sit back and enjoy Lake Mitchell while our captain drives, or learn to wakesurf with one-on-one coaching.
- Tubes, paddle boards and floats – extras that turn a boat day at Lake Mitchell 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 Mitchell at a glance
| Location | Near Clanton |
|---|---|
| Size | About 5,850 acres |
| River | Coosa River |
| Dam | Mitchell Dam |
| Setting | Wooded bluffs |
| Access | Just off I-65 |
Best things to do on Lake Mitchell
- Wakesurfing – calm coves on early mornings.
- Water skiing and tubing – the open main lake.
- Jet skiing – quiet coves.
- Fishing – spotted bass and crappie.
Where to launch at Lake Mitchell
- Public ramps – Alabama Power access areas near Clanton.
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 Mitchell
- 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 Mitchell
Lake Mitchell rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Lake Mitchell?
Wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, water toys, and private charters with a driver-instructor — everything for a full day on the water.
Will my boat be at Lake Mitchell when I arrive?
Yes. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Lake Mitchell, so there's nothing to tow.
Where is Lake Mitchell?
On the Coosa River near Clanton in central Alabama.
Can you jet ski on Lake Mitchell?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Lake Mitchell.
How big is Lake Mitchell?
About 5,850 acres.
Is Lake Mitchell crowded?
It's usually quiet compared with the bigger Alabama lakes.