Lake Minneola sits right on downtown Clermont's waterfront, one of the larger lakes in the Clermont Chain of Lakes west of Orlando.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Lake Minneola, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
The chain's lakes are known for their tea-colored water, and Clermont's Waterfront Park has a beach and trail along the south shore.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Lake Minneola
Just show up and ride — your boat, jet skis and gear are ready at Lake Minneola with no towing required.
- 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 Lake Minneola or pulling a tube.
- Private boat tours & lessons – a driver-instructor runs the boat and coaches first-timers and experienced riders alike.
- Tubes, paddle boards and floats – extras that turn a boat day at Lake Minneola 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 Minneola at a glance
| Location | Clermont and Minneola |
|---|---|
| Chain | Clermont Chain of Lakes |
| Water | Tea-colored, tannic |
| Park | Clermont Waterfront Park |
| River system | Palatlakaha River |
| County | Lake County |
Best things to do on Lake Minneola
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Wakesurfing – calm water on still mornings.
- Jet skiing – open water and quiet coves.
- Beach stops – Clermont's waterfront beach.
Where to launch at Lake Minneola
- Public ramps – city ramps in Clermont.
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 Minneola
- 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 Minneola
Lake Minneola rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Lake Minneola?
MasterCraft wakesurf and wakeboard boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, water toys like tubes and lily pads, and private boat tours with lessons.
Will my boat be at Lake Minneola when I arrive?
Yes. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Lake Minneola, so there's nothing to tow.
Where is Lake Minneola?
On the north side of downtown Clermont, about 25 miles west of Orlando.
Can you jet ski on Lake Minneola?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Lake Minneola.
Is Lake Minneola part of a chain?
Yes. It's one of the lakes in the Clermont Chain of Lakes.
Why is the water dark?
The Clermont lakes have naturally tea-colored water from tannins, which is normal and harmless.