Lake Kerr is a 2,830-acre lake in the Ocala National Forest in Marion County, just west of Salt Springs.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Lake Kerr, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
It formed as limestone dissolved beneath it, and its clear water and forest shoreline make it a favorite for skiing, sailing and bass fishing.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Lake Kerr
Everything you rent is ready for you at Lake Kerr — no truck, no trailer and no towing required.
- MasterCraft boat rentals – roomy premium boats with surf boards, wakeboards and tubes, so the whole group can ride at Lake Kerr.
- Sea-Doo jet ski rentals – quick, easy-to-ride watercraft for exploring every cove of Lake Kerr.
- Boat tours with a driver – great for celebrations, families and anyone who wants surf or ski lessons on Lake Kerr.
- Tubes, paddle boards and floats – extras that turn a boat day at Lake Kerr 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.
Lake Kerr at a glance
| Location | Near Salt Springs |
|---|---|
| Size | About 2,830 acres |
| Setting | Ocala National Forest |
| County | Marion |
| Formed by | Dissolving limestone |
| Nearby | Lake George |
Best things to do on Lake Kerr
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Jet skiing – open water and quiet coves.
- Wakesurfing – calm water on still mornings.
- Fishing – largemouth bass.
Where to launch at Lake Kerr
- Moorhead Park – a free county ramp with a fishing pier.
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 Kerr
- 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 Kerr
Lake Kerr rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Lake Kerr?
MasterCraft wakesurf and wakeboard boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, water toys like tubes and lily pads, and private boat tours with lessons.
Do I need a truck to tow the boat?
No. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Lake Kerr, so there's no towing.
Where is Lake Kerr?
In the Ocala National Forest in Marion County, just west of Salt Springs and about 30 miles northeast of Ocala.
Can you jet ski on Lake Kerr?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Lake Kerr.
How big is Lake Kerr?
About 2,830 acres.
Is Lake Kerr good for skiing?
Yes. Its clear open water is popular for skiing, tubing and jet skiing.