Lake Parker is the largest lake in Lakeland, covering about 2,100 acres on the northeast side of the city in Polk County.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Lake Parker, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
It's up to about 25 feet deep, with three public boat ramps and Lake Parker Park on the west shore, and it's an easy drive from Tampa or Orlando on I-4.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Lake Parker
Your rentals are waiting for you at Lake Parker, so there's no truck, no trailer and no towing to worry about.
- MasterCraft surf boat rentals – big, clean wakes for surfing and wakeboarding at Lake Parker, with boards, skis and tubes on board.
- Sea-Doo rentals – rent a single jet ski or several for your group's day on Lake Parker.
- Boat tours & private charters – relax while an experienced driver-instructor handles the boat, with wakesurf, wakeboard and ski lessons for every level.
- 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 Parker at a glance
| Location | Northeast Lakeland |
|---|---|
| Size | About 2,100 acres |
| Max depth | About 25 feet |
| Public ramps | Three |
| County | Polk |
| Nearby | I-4, Tampa, Orlando |
Best things to do on Lake Parker
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Wakesurfing – calm water on still mornings.
- Jet skiing – open water and quiet coves.
- Fishing – bass and crappie.
Where to launch at Lake Parker
- Lake Parker Park – a city ramp on the west shore.
- Sertoma Park – a ramp on the south shore off US 92.
- Eastside Park – a county ramp on the east shore.
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 Parker
- 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 Parker
Lake Parker rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Lake Parker?
Wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, water toys, and private charters with a driver-instructor — everything for a full day on the water.
Do I have to tow the boat to Lake Parker myself?
No. Your rental is ready for you at Lake Parker, so you don't need a truck or trailer.
Where is Lake Parker?
On the northeast side of Lakeland in Polk County, between Tampa and Orlando.
Can you jet ski on Lake Parker?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Lake Parker.
How big is Lake Parker?
About 2,100 acres, the largest lake in Lakeland.
How many boat ramps are on Lake Parker?
Three public ramps, on the west, south and east shores.