Lake Tobesofkee, or “Tobo” to locals, is a lake of about 1,750 acres on Tobesofkee Creek on the west side of Macon.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Lake Tobesofkee, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
Three county parks with sandy beaches ring the lake, making it Macon's go-to spot for skiing, tubing and family days on the water.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Lake Tobesofkee
Your rentals are waiting for you at Lake Tobesofkee, so there's no truck, no trailer and no towing to worry about.
- MasterCraft boat rentals – roomy premium boats with surf boards, wakeboards and tubes, so the whole group can ride at Lake Tobesofkee.
- Sea-Doo rentals – rent a single jet ski or several for your group's day on Lake Tobesofkee.
- Captained charters – sit back and enjoy Lake Tobesofkee while our captain drives, or learn to wakesurf with one-on-one coaching.
- 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 Tobesofkee at a glance
| Location | West Macon, Bibb County |
|---|---|
| Size | About 1,750 acres |
| Shoreline | About 35 miles |
| Water | Tobesofkee Creek |
| Parks | Claystone, Sandy Beach, Arrowhead |
| Nickname | Tobo |
Best things to do on Lake Tobesofkee
- Water skiing and tubing – the open main lake.
- Jet skiing – laps around the lake.
- Swimming – sandy park beaches.
- Fishing – bass, crappie and catfish.
Where to launch at Lake Tobesofkee
- Claystone Park – county park with a beach and ramp.
- Sandy Beach and Arrowhead parks – county parks around the lake.
Summer weekends are busy at the parks, so start early. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Lake Tobesofkee
- 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.
Map of Lake Tobesofkee
Lake Tobesofkee rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Lake Tobesofkee?
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 Tobesofkee myself?
No. Your rental is ready for you at Lake Tobesofkee, so you don't need a truck or trailer.
Where is Lake Tobesofkee?
On the west side of Macon in Bibb County, Georgia.
Can you jet ski on Lake Tobesofkee?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Lake Tobesofkee.
How big is Lake Tobesofkee?
About 1,750 acres.
Are there beaches on Lake Tobesofkee?
Yes. Claystone, Sandy Beach and Arrowhead parks all have beaches.