Lake Webb is the main boating lake at Kern County's Buena Vista Aquatic Recreation Area, about 25 miles southwest of Bakersfield on the old Buena Vista Lake bed.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Lake Webb, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons, or a side-by-side for the valley backroads.
Built in 1973, it has 873 acres of open boating water plus a 125-acre area set aside for jet skis, with lakeside camping open all year.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Lake Webb
Your rentals are waiting for you at Lake Webb, so there's no truck, no trailer and no towing to worry about.
- MasterCraft surf boat rentals – big, clean wakes for surfing and wakeboarding at Lake Webb, with boards, skis and tubes on board.
- Sea-Doo jet ski rentals – quick, easy-to-ride watercraft for exploring every cove of Lake Webb.
- Private boat tours & lessons – a driver-instructor runs the boat and coaches first-timers and experienced riders alike.
- Water toys – tubes, lily pads, water trampolines, paddle boards and more to keep the whole group busy.
- 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.
Lake Webb at a glance
| Location | Kern County, California |
|---|---|
| Size | 873 acres plus a 125-acre jet ski area |
| Speed limit | 45 mph |
| Built | 1973 |
| Managed by | Kern County Parks |
| Nearby | Bakersfield, Taft |
Best things to do on Lake Webb
- Water skiing – a valley ski lake since 1973.
- Jet skiing – a dedicated jet ski area.
- Wakesurfing – flat water early in the day.
- Camping – sites right by the water.
Where to launch at Lake Webb
- Buena Vista ramps – launch ramps at the recreation area off Highway 43 (Enos Lane).
Summer weekends are busy, so start early. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Lake Webb
- Get there early on summer weekends; daily boat and jet ski numbers are capped.
- Mornings are calmest before the valley wind picks up.
- Bring shade and plenty of water in the summer heat.
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.
- Lake Webb has a 45 mph speed limit and a posted area for jet skis, and the park allows up to 300 boats and 125 jet skis a day. Neighboring Lake Evans is limited to 5 mph.
Map of Lake Webb
Lake Webb rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Lake Webb?
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 Lake Webb, so there's no towing.
Where is Lake Webb?
At the Buena Vista Aquatic Recreation Area off Highway 43 (Enos Lane), about 25 miles southwest of Bakersfield in Kern County.
Can you jet ski on Lake Webb?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Lake Webb.
What is the difference between Lake Webb and Lake Evans?
Lake Webb is the fast lake for skiing and jet skis; Lake Evans is the small 86-acre lake with a 5 mph limit for sailing and fishing.
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