Lake Tuscaloosa is a lake of about 5,900 acres on the North River, just north of Tuscaloosa and Northport.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Lake Tuscaloosa, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
Its long, winding arms and wooded shoreline are a quick escape from town, and game-day weekends bring plenty of boats.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Lake Tuscaloosa
Just show up and ride — your boat, jet skis and gear are ready at Lake Tuscaloosa with no towing required.
- MasterCraft surf boat rentals – big, clean wakes for surfing and wakeboarding at Lake Tuscaloosa, with boards, skis and tubes on board.
- Sea-Doo jet ski rentals – quick, easy-to-ride watercraft for exploring every cove of Lake Tuscaloosa.
- Captained charters – sit back and enjoy Lake Tuscaloosa while our captain drives, or learn to wakesurf with one-on-one coaching.
- Water toys – tubes, lily pads, water trampolines, paddle boards and more to keep the whole group busy.
Book Now or call or text 1-888-594-6610 – we answer 7 a.m.–10 p.m. every day.
Lake Tuscaloosa at a glance
| Location | North of Tuscaloosa and Northport |
|---|---|
| Size | About 5,900 acres |
| River | North River |
| Built | 1970 |
| Shoreline | About 177 miles |
| Setting | Wooded coves |
Best things to do on Lake Tuscaloosa
- Water skiing and tubing – the open main lake.
- Wakesurfing – calm coves on early mornings.
- Jet skiing – long winding arms.
- Fishing – bass and crappie.
Where to launch at Lake Tuscaloosa
- Public ramps – city launch areas around the lake.
Weekday mornings are the calmest time on the water. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Lake Tuscaloosa
- 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.
- Lake Tuscaloosa is the city's water supply, so follow the posted city lake rules.
Map of Lake Tuscaloosa
Lake Tuscaloosa rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Lake Tuscaloosa?
Premium MasterCraft surf and ski boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, tubes, lily pads and paddle boards, and captained boat tours with lessons.
Do I need a truck to tow the boat?
No. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Lake Tuscaloosa, so there's no towing.
Where is Lake Tuscaloosa?
Just north of Tuscaloosa and Northport in west-central Alabama.
Can you jet ski on Lake Tuscaloosa?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Lake Tuscaloosa.
How big is Lake Tuscaloosa?
About 5,900 acres.
Is Lake Tuscaloosa close to the University of Alabama?
Yes. It's a short drive north of campus.