Lake Okeechobee is the largest freshwater lake in Florida, covering about 730 square miles, and its name comes from the Hitchiti words for big water.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Lake Okeechobee, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
Despite its size it averages only about 9 feet deep, and towns like Okeechobee, Clewiston and Pahokee sit around its shore.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Lake Okeechobee
Everything you rent is ready for you at Lake Okeechobee — no truck, no trailer and no towing required.
- MasterCraft surf boat rentals – big, clean wakes for surfing and wakeboarding at Lake Okeechobee, with boards, skis and tubes on board.
- Sea-Doo jet ski rentals – quick, easy-to-ride watercraft for exploring every cove of Lake Okeechobee.
- 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 Okeechobee 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 Okeechobee at a glance
| Location | South-central Florida |
|---|---|
| Size | About 730 square miles |
| Avg depth | About 9 feet |
| Towns | Okeechobee, Clewiston, Pahokee |
| Name | Hitchiti for big water |
| Rank | Largest lake in Florida |
Best things to do on Lake Okeechobee
- Jet skiing – open water and quiet coves.
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Sunrise cruises – huge open views across the lake.
- Fishing – largemouth bass and crappie.
Where to launch at Lake Okeechobee
- Public ramps – ramps around the lake at Okeechobee, Clewiston and Pahokee.
The shallow lake builds waves fast in the wind, so go out on calm mornings. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Lake Okeechobee
- 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 Okeechobee
Lake Okeechobee rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Lake Okeechobee?
Premium MasterCraft surf and ski boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, tubes, lily pads and paddle boards, and captained boat tours with lessons.
Do I have to tow the boat to Lake Okeechobee myself?
No. Your rental is ready for you at Lake Okeechobee, so you don't need a truck or trailer.
Where is Lake Okeechobee?
In south-central Florida, with Okeechobee on the north shore and Clewiston and Pahokee to the south.
Can you jet ski on Lake Okeechobee?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Lake Okeechobee.
How big is Lake Okeechobee?
About 730 square miles, the largest freshwater lake in Florida.
Is Lake Okeechobee deep?
No. It averages only about 9 feet deep, so it can get rough quickly in the wind.