Lake Rabun is a twisting 835-acre lake in a deep valley of the Tallulah River near Lakemont, in Rabun County, north Georgia.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Lake Rabun, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
Its 25 miles of shoreline are lined with historic boathouses and wooded slopes, and it's known for classic wooden boats and calm, narrow coves.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Lake Rabun
Just show up and ride — your boat, jet skis and gear are ready at Lake Rabun with no towing required.
- MasterCraft boat rentals – roomy premium boats with surf boards, wakeboards and tubes, so the whole group can ride at Lake Rabun.
- Jet ski rentals – late-model Sea-Doos for one to three riders, great for cruising Lake Rabun or pulling a tube.
- Boat tours with a driver – great for celebrations, families and anyone who wants surf or ski lessons on Lake Rabun.
- 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 Rabun at a glance
| Location | Lakemont, Rabun County |
|---|---|
| Size | About 835 acres |
| Shoreline | About 25 miles |
| River | Tallulah River |
| Owner | Georgia Power |
| Known for | Historic boathouses |
Best things to do on Lake Rabun
- Cruising – historic boathouses and wooded slopes.
- Wakesurfing – calm, narrow coves.
- Jet skiing – winding lake arms.
- Swimming – cool mountain water.
Where to launch at Lake Rabun
- Rabun Beach – Forest Service recreation area with a ramp and beach.
- Public ramps – Georgia Power access areas.
Weekday mornings are the quietest time on the water. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Lake Rabun
- 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.
- Lake Rabun is narrow and winding, so keep speeds down around the bends and docks.
Map of Lake Rabun
Lake Rabun rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Lake Rabun?
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 Rabun myself?
No. Your rental is ready for you at Lake Rabun, so you don't need a truck or trailer.
Where is Lake Rabun?
Near Lakemont in Rabun County, in the northeast Georgia mountains.
Can you jet ski on Lake Rabun?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Lake Rabun.
How big is Lake Rabun?
About 835 acres, with roughly 25 miles of shoreline.
What is Lake Rabun known for?
Historic boathouses, classic wooden boats and a quiet, winding mountain shoreline.