Lake Harris is the largest lake entirely in Lake County, covering 13,788 acres about 31 miles northwest of Orlando, and more than 15,000 acres with Little Lake Harris.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Lake Harris, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
It's one of the seven lakes of the Harris Chain, with Leesburg on the northwest shore and the Dead River leading north to Lake Eustis.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Lake Harris
Just show up and ride — your boat, jet skis and gear are ready at Lake Harris with no towing required.
- Wakesurf and ski boat rentals – MasterCraft boats seating 12 to 18, set up for a full day of surfing, skiing and tubing on Lake Harris.
- Sea-Doo jet ski rentals – quick, easy-to-ride watercraft for exploring every cove of Lake Harris.
- Captained charters – sit back and enjoy Lake Harris while our captain drives, or learn to wakesurf with one-on-one coaching.
- 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 Harris at a glance
| Location | Leesburg, Tavares and Howey-in-the-Hills |
|---|---|
| Size | About 13,788 acres |
| With Little Lake Harris | More than 15,000 acres |
| Chain | Harris Chain of Lakes |
| Connected to | Lake Eustis via the Dead River |
| County | Lake County |
Best things to do on Lake Harris
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Jet skiing – open water and quiet coves.
- Wakesurfing – calm water on still mornings.
- Chain cruising – the Dead River to Lake Eustis.
Where to launch at Lake Harris
- Public ramps – city and county ramps around Leesburg and Tavares.
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 Harris
- 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 Harris
Lake Harris rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Lake Harris?
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 Harris when I arrive?
Yes. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Lake Harris, so there's nothing to tow.
Where is Lake Harris?
In Lake County about 31 miles northwest of Orlando, between Leesburg, Tavares and Howey-in-the-Hills.
Can you jet ski on Lake Harris?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Lake Harris.
How big is Lake Harris?
About 13,788 acres, the largest lake entirely in Lake County.
Is Lake Harris part of a chain?
Yes. It's one of the seven lakes of the Harris Chain, connected to Lake Eustis by the Dead River.