Smith Lake, officially Lewis Smith Lake, is a 21,000-acre lake on the Sipsey Fork of the Black Warrior River near Cullman, Jasper and Double Springs.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Smith Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
At up to 264 feet deep, it's the deepest lake in Alabama, and its clear blue-green water and 500-plus miles of bluff-lined shoreline make it a favorite for surfing and swimming.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Smith Lake
No truck or trailer needed: everything you rent is ready and waiting at Smith Lake.
- Wakesurf and ski boat rentals – MasterCraft boats seating 12 to 18, set up for a full day of surfing, skiing and tubing on Smith Lake.
- Sea-Doo rentals – rent a single jet ski or several for your group's day on Smith Lake.
- Boat tours & private charters – relax while an experienced driver-instructor handles the boat, with wakesurf, wakeboard and ski lessons for every level.
- 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.
Smith Lake at a glance
| Location | Cullman, Jasper and Double Springs |
|---|---|
| Size | About 21,000 acres |
| Shoreline | More than 500 miles |
| Depth | Up to 264 feet |
| River | Sipsey Fork |
| Dam | Lewis Smith Dam, 1961 |
Best things to do on Smith Lake
- Wakesurfing – clear, glassy coves.
- Swimming – clear water and bluffs.
- Jet skiing – three long arms to explore.
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
Where to launch at Smith Lake
- Public ramps – Alabama Power access areas around the lake.
- Marinas – marinas near Cullman and Jasper.
Summer weekends are busy, so start early. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Smith Lake
- 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 Smith Lake
Smith Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Smith Lake?
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 Smith Lake when I arrive?
Yes. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Smith Lake, so there's nothing to tow.
Where is Smith Lake?
In north-central Alabama near Cullman, Jasper and Double Springs.
Can you jet ski on Smith Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Smith Lake.
How deep is Smith Lake?
Up to 264 feet, the deepest lake in Alabama.
Is Smith Lake clear?
Yes. It's known for clear, blue-green water.