Crescent Lake is a 15,960-acre lake in Putnam and Flagler counties, about 13 miles long and 2 miles wide.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Crescent Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
Crescent City sits near its western shore, and Dunns Creek at the north end connects the lake to the St. Johns River.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Crescent Lake
Your rentals are waiting for you at Crescent Lake, 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 Crescent Lake, with boards, skis and tubes on board.
- Sea-Doo rentals – rent a single jet ski or several for your group's day on Crescent Lake.
- Captained charters – sit back and enjoy Crescent Lake 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.
Book Now or call or text 1-888-594-6610 – we answer 7 a.m.–10 p.m. every day.
Crescent Lake at a glance
| Location | Near Crescent City |
|---|---|
| Size | About 15,960 acres |
| Length | About 13 miles |
| Width | About 2 miles |
| Connected to | St. Johns River via Dunns Creek |
| Counties | Putnam and Flagler |
Best things to do on Crescent Lake
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Jet skiing – open water and quiet coves.
- Wakesurfing – calm water on still mornings.
- Creek cruising – Dunns Creek toward the St. Johns River.
Where to launch at Crescent Lake
- Public ramps – ramps near Crescent City and around the lake.
Weekday mornings are the quietest time on the water. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Crescent Lake
- Mornings are calmest for surfing.
- Florida requires an observer or a wide-angle mirror when towing.
- Jet skis can't run from half an hour after sunset to half an hour before sunrise in Florida.
Florida boating rules to know
- Every boat needs a wearable life jacket for each person on board. Children under 6 must wear one on boats under 26 feet whenever the boat is underway, and everyone on a jet ski or being towed must wear one.
- Towing a skier, wakeboarder or tuber requires an observer besides the driver or a wide-angle rear-view mirror, and the person being towed must wear a life jacket. Towing isn't allowed from half an hour after sunset to half an hour before sunrise.
- Jet skis can't be operated from half an hour after sunset to half an hour before sunrise, and the engine cut-off lanyard must be attached to the driver.
- Follow posted idle-speed and slow-speed zones, including manatee zones where they're marked, and slow down near docks, marinas and swimmers.
Map of Crescent Lake
Crescent Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Crescent 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 Crescent Lake myself?
No. Your rental is ready for you at Crescent Lake, so you don't need a truck or trailer.
Where is Crescent Lake?
In northeast Florida near Crescent City, between Palatka and DeLand.
Can you jet ski on Crescent Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Crescent Lake.
How big is Crescent Lake?
About 15,960 acres, 13 miles long and 2 miles wide.
Is Crescent Lake connected to the St. Johns River?
Yes. Dunns Creek at the north end connects it to the river.