Lake Britton is a PG&E reservoir on the Pit River at about 2,717 feet in Shasta County, northeast of Burney and right beside McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Lake Britton, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons, or a side-by-side for the forest roads.
It stretches about seven miles along the old Pit River channel, fed by Burney, Hat and Clark creeks, with forested shoreline, quiet coves and a popular swim beach.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Lake Britton
Everything you rent is ready for you at Lake Britton — no truck, no trailer and no towing required.
- Wakesurf and ski boat rentals – MasterCraft boats seating 10 to 18, set up for a full day of surfing, skiing and tubing on Lake Britton.
- Jet ski rentals – late-model Sea-Doos for one to three riders, great for cruising Lake Britton or pulling a tube.
- Captained charters – sit back and enjoy Lake Britton while our captain drives, or learn to wakesurf with one-on-one coaching.
- Water toy rentals – add tubes, floating lily pads, paddle boards or a water trampoline to your day.
- ATV & side-by-side rentals – make it a lake-and-trail trip with a Can-Am UTV or ATV.
Book Now or call or text 1-888-594-6610 – we answer 7 a.m.–10 p.m. every day.
Lake Britton at a glance
| Location | Shasta County, California |
|---|---|
| Elevation | About 2,717 feet |
| River | Pit River |
| Dam | Pit 3 Dam (PG&E) |
| Next to | McArthur-Burney Falls State Park |
| Nearby | Burney, Cassel |
Best things to do on Lake Britton
- Wakeboarding & skiing – sheltered water between forested banks.
- Jet skiing – seven miles of old river channel.
- Burney Falls – a short trip from the lake.
- Fishing – bass, crappie and trout.
Where to launch at Lake Britton
- State park ramp – the boat ramp and marina at McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park.
- Highway 89 access – a Forest Service boating access off Highway 89.
Summer weekends are busy, so start early. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Lake Britton
- Mornings are glassiest for surfing.
- Pair a lake day with the walk to Burney Falls.
- Coves get shallower toward the upper lake.
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.
Map of Lake Britton
Lake Britton rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Lake Britton?
Wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, water toys, private charters with a driver-instructor, and ATV and UTV rentals — everything for a full day on and off the water.
Do I need a truck to tow the boat?
No. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Lake Britton, so there's no towing.
Where is Lake Britton?
In Shasta County northeast of Burney, next to McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park on Highway 89.
Can you jet ski on Lake Britton?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Lake Britton.
Is Lake Britton near Burney Falls?
Yes. The state park and its waterfall sit right on the lake's south shore.
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