Lake Tarpon is the largest freshwater lake in Pinellas County, covering 2,534 acres in Palm Harbor and Tarpon Springs about 10 miles west of Tampa.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Lake Tarpon, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
It's a regional favorite for a lake day near Tampa Bay and is well known for its largemouth bass fishing.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Lake Tarpon
Just show up and ride — your boat, jet skis and gear are ready at Lake Tarpon with no towing required.
- MasterCraft wakesurf & wakeboard boat rentals – premium surf boats seating 12 to 18, with surf boards, wakeboards, skis and tubes available.
- Sea-Doo jet ski rentals – quick, easy-to-ride watercraft for exploring every cove of Lake Tarpon.
- Boat tours & private charters – relax while an experienced driver-instructor handles the boat, with wakesurf, wakeboard and ski lessons for every level.
- Tubes, paddle boards and floats – extras that turn a boat day at Lake Tarpon 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 Tarpon at a glance
| Location | Tarpon Springs and Palm Harbor |
|---|---|
| Size | About 2,534 acres |
| Rank | Largest lake in Pinellas County |
| Tributaries | South Creek and Brooker Creek |
| Known for | Largemouth bass |
| Region | Tampa Bay area |
Best things to do on Lake Tarpon
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Wakesurfing – calm water on still mornings.
- Jet skiing – open water and quiet coves.
- Fishing – largemouth bass.
Where to launch at Lake Tarpon
- Public ramps – county park ramps on the lake.
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 Tarpon
- 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 Tarpon
Lake Tarpon rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Lake Tarpon?
Premium MasterCraft surf and ski boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, tubes, lily pads and paddle boards, and captained boat tours with lessons.
Will my boat be at Lake Tarpon when I arrive?
Yes. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Lake Tarpon, so there's nothing to tow.
Where is Lake Tarpon?
In Palm Harbor and Tarpon Springs in Pinellas County, about 10 miles west of Tampa.
Can you jet ski on Lake Tarpon?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Lake Tarpon.
How big is Lake Tarpon?
About 2,534 acres, the largest freshwater lake in Pinellas County.
Is Lake Tarpon good for fishing?
Yes. It's well known for largemouth bass.