Lake Ariana is a round, sandy-shored lake of about 1,000 acres in Auburndale, between Lakeland and Winter Haven in Polk County.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Lake Ariana, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
It's long been one of central Florida's favorite ski lakes, with Lake Ariana Park and a two-lane public ramp on the east shore.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Lake Ariana
No truck or trailer needed: everything you rent is ready and waiting at Lake Ariana.
- Wakesurf and ski boat rentals – MasterCraft boats seating 12 to 18, set up for a full day of surfing, skiing and tubing on Lake Ariana.
- Sea-Doo jet ski rentals – quick, easy-to-ride watercraft for exploring every cove of Lake Ariana.
- 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.
Book Now or call or text 1-888-594-6610 – we answer 7 a.m.–10 p.m. every day.
Lake Ariana at a glance
| Location | Auburndale |
|---|---|
| Size | About 1,000 acres |
| Known for | Water skiing |
| Park | Lake Ariana Park |
| County | Polk |
| Nearby | Lakeland, Winter Haven |
Best things to do on Lake Ariana
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Wakesurfing – calm water on still mornings.
- Jet skiing – open water and quiet coves.
- Beach time – the sandy shoreline at Lake Ariana Park.
Where to launch at Lake Ariana
- Lake Ariana Park – a two-lane city ramp off Lake Ariana Road (CR 559).
Summer afternoons bring heat and pop-up storms, so mornings are the best time on the water. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Lake Ariana
- 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 Lake Ariana
Lake Ariana rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Lake Ariana?
Wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, water toys, and private charters with a driver-instructor — everything for a full day on the water.
Will my boat be at Lake Ariana when I arrive?
Yes. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Lake Ariana, so there's nothing to tow.
Where is Lake Ariana?
In Auburndale, Polk County, between Lakeland and Winter Haven just off I-4.
Can you jet ski on Lake Ariana?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Lake Ariana.
How big is Lake Ariana?
About 1,000 acres.
Is Lake Ariana a ski lake?
Yes. It's one of central Florida's best-known ski lakes, with open water for skiing, wakeboarding and tubing.