Lake Oliver is a 2,150-acre lake on the Chattahoochee River entirely within the city of Columbus, formed by Oliver Dam in 1959.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Lake Oliver, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
It's wide at the south end and narrows into a river toward Goat Rock Dam, and its in-town location makes it the quickest lake day in Columbus.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Lake Oliver
No truck or trailer needed: everything you rent is ready and waiting at Lake Oliver.
- Wakesurf and ski boat rentals – MasterCraft boats seating 12 to 18, set up for a full day of surfing, skiing and tubing on Lake Oliver.
- Jet ski rentals – late-model Sea-Doos for one to three riders, great for cruising Lake Oliver or pulling a tube.
- Boat tours with a driver – great for celebrations, families and anyone who wants surf or ski lessons on Lake Oliver.
- 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 Oliver at a glance
| Location | Columbus, GA |
|---|---|
| Size | About 2,150 acres |
| River | Chattahoochee River |
| Dam | Oliver Dam, 1959 |
| Access | City of Columbus marina |
| Also in | Alabama |
Best things to do on Lake Oliver
- Water skiing and tubing – the wide south end.
- Jet skiing – the narrow river arm.
- Wakesurfing – calm mornings.
- Fishing – bass and catfish.
Where to launch at Lake Oliver
- Lake Oliver Marina – City of Columbus marina and ramp.
Summer weekends are crowded, so weekday mornings are best. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Lake Oliver
- Mornings are calmest for surfing.
- Georgia requires an observer besides the driver when towing, and no towing or wakesurfing between sunset and sunrise.
- Georgia's 100-foot law means idle speed near docks, swimmers and shorelines.
Georgia boating rules to know
- Every boat needs a wearable life jacket for each person on board. Children under 13 must wear one whenever the boat is moving, unless they're inside an enclosed cabin, and everyone on a jet ski must wear one.
- Towing a skier, wakeboarder or tuber requires an observer besides the driver, and the person being towed must wear a life jacket. Towing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing aren't allowed between sunset and sunrise.
- Jet skis can't be operated between sunset and sunrise.
- Georgia's 100-foot law: keep to idle speed within 100 feet of docks, piers, bridges, anchored or drifting boats, people in the water and shorelines next to homes, parks, beaches and marinas.
- The west shore of Lake Oliver is in Alabama, so Alabama boating rules apply across the main channel.
Map of Lake Oliver
Lake Oliver rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Lake Oliver?
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 Oliver, so there's no towing.
Where is Lake Oliver?
Inside the city of Columbus, Georgia, on the Chattahoochee River.
Can you jet ski on Lake Oliver?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Lake Oliver.
How big is Lake Oliver?
About 2,150 acres.
Is Lake Oliver busy?
Yes, on summer weekends. Weekday mornings are much quieter.