Englebright Lake is an 815-acre Army Corps of Engineers reservoir in the Yuba River canyon, about 21 miles east of Marysville off Highway 20, on the Yuba and Nevada county line.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Englebright Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons, or a side-by-side for the foothill trails.
It winds about nine miles up the canyon with nearly 24 miles of shoreline, and its campsites can only be reached by boat.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Englebright Lake
No truck or trailer needed: everything you rent is ready and waiting at Englebright Lake.
- MasterCraft wakesurf & wakeboard boat rentals – premium surf boats seating 10 to 18, with surf boards, wakeboards, skis and tubes available.
- Sea-Doo jet ski rentals – quick, easy-to-ride watercraft for exploring every cove of Englebright Lake.
- Boat tours with a driver – great for celebrations, families and anyone who wants surf or ski lessons on Englebright Lake.
- Water toys and towables – tubes, lily pads and paddle boards for kids and grown-ups alike.
- UTV rentals – pair your lake day with a Can-Am side-by-side for a full adventure.
Book Now or call or text 1-888-594-6610 – we answer 7 a.m.–10 p.m. every day.
Englebright Lake at a glance
| Location | Yuba & Nevada counties |
|---|---|
| Size | About 815 acres |
| Shoreline | Nearly 24 miles |
| River | Yuba River |
| Managed by | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
| Nearby | Smartsville, Penn Valley |
Best things to do on Englebright Lake
- Water skiing – on the lower five miles of the lake.
- Boat-in camping – shoreline sites reached only by water.
- Jet skiing – a winding river canyon.
- Fishing – trout and bass.
Where to launch at Englebright Lake
- Skippers Cove – the marina and launch ramp near Smartsville.
The canyon is narrow and winding, so take the bends slowly. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Englebright Lake
- Ski and surf on the lower five miles of the lake.
- Bring camping gear; the campsites are boat-in only.
- Mornings are calmest in the canyon.
California boating rules to know
- Every boat needs a wearable life jacket for each person on board. Children under 13 must wear one whenever a boat 26 feet or shorter is under way, and everyone on a jet ski or being towed must wear one.
- Towing skiers, wakeboarders and tubers takes a driver plus an observer 12 or older, isn't allowed from sunset to sunrise, and a red or orange ski flag goes up whenever a rider is down in the water.
- Jet skis may not be ridden from sunset to sunrise, the engine cut-off lanyard must be attached to the driver, and every boat must slow to 5 mph within 100 feet of swimmers and within 200 feet of swim beaches, swim floats and docks in use.
- Water-skiing, wakeboarding and other towed sports are allowed only on the lower five miles of Englebright Lake.
Map of Englebright Lake
Englebright Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Englebright Lake?
Premium MasterCraft surf and ski boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, tubes, lily pads and paddle boards, captained boat tours with lessons, plus Can-Am side-by-sides and ATVs for the trails.
Do I need a truck to tow the boat?
No. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Englebright Lake, so there's no towing.
Where is Englebright Lake?
In the Yuba River canyon near Smartsville, about 21 miles east of Marysville off Highway 20.
Can you jet ski on Englebright Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Englebright Lake.
Can you camp at Englebright Lake?
Yes. Its campsites are boat-in only, spread along the shoreline.
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