Candlewood Lake is the largest lake in Connecticut, covering about 5,400 acres across Danbury, Brookfield, New Fairfield, New Milford and Sherman.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Candlewood Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
It was built in the late 1920s for hydroelectric power by flooding a river valley, and today it's about 11 miles long with more than 60 miles of shoreline and a big summer boating scene.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Candlewood Lake
Your rentals are waiting for you at Candlewood Lake, so there's no truck, no trailer and no towing to worry about.
- MasterCraft wakesurf & wakeboard boat rentals – premium surf boats seating 12 to 18, with surf boards, wakeboards, skis and tubes available.
- Jet ski rentals – late-model Sea-Doos for one to three riders, great for cruising Candlewood Lake or pulling a tube.
- Captained charters – sit back and enjoy Candlewood Lake while our captain drives, or learn to wakesurf with one-on-one coaching.
- Tubes, paddle boards and floats – extras that turn a boat day at Candlewood Lake into a full beach party.
Book Now or call or text 1-888-594-6610 – we answer 7 a.m.–10 p.m. every day.
Candlewood Lake at a glance
| Location | Danbury to Sherman |
|---|---|
| Size | About 5,400 acres |
| Length | About 11 miles |
| Shoreline | 60+ miles |
| Speed limit | 45 mph by day, 25 at night |
| Region | Western Connecticut |
Best things to do on Candlewood Lake
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Wakesurfing – calm water out in the middle of the lake.
- Jet skiing – open water more than 200 feet from shore.
- Squantz Pond – the scenic arm on the west side, under the hills of Pootatuck State Forest.
Where to launch at Candlewood Lake
- Public launches – state ramps at Lattins Cove in Danbury and Squantz Cove in New Fairfield.
Jet skis keep to slow-no-wake within 200 feet of the shore, docks and moored boats, and they can't run between sunset and sunrise in Connecticut. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Candlewood Lake
- Mornings are calmest for surfing.
- Connecticut requires an observer besides the driver whenever you tow a skier, wakeboarder or tuber.
- Kids under 13 must wear a life jacket on any boat that's underway in Connecticut.
Connecticut boating rules to know
- Every boat needs a wearable life jacket for each person on board. Kids under 13 must wear one whenever the boat is underway, and everyone on a jet ski or being towed must wear one.
- Anyone towing a skier, wakeboarder or tuber needs an observer on board besides the driver, and there's no towing from a half hour after sunset until sunrise.
- Jet skis can't run between sunset and sunrise in Connecticut, and they keep to slow-no-wake within 200 feet of the shore, docks and moored boats.
- Boats keep to slow-no-wake within 100 feet of the shore, docks and moored boats, except when picking up or dropping off a skier.
Map of Candlewood Lake
Candlewood Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Candlewood Lake?
Wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, water toys, and private charters with a driver-instructor — everything for a full day on the water.
Do I have to tow the boat to Candlewood Lake myself?
No. Your rental is ready for you at Candlewood Lake, so you don't need a truck or trailer.
Where is Candlewood Lake?
In western Connecticut, bordered by Danbury, Brookfield, New Fairfield, New Milford and Sherman.
Can you jet ski on Candlewood Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Candlewood Lake.
How big is Candlewood Lake?
About 5,400 acres and about 11 miles long, the largest lake in Connecticut.
Is there a speed limit on Candlewood Lake?
Yes. It's 45 mph during the day and 25 mph at night.