Morse Reservoir is a large reservoir in northwestern Hamilton County, created in 1956 as a drinking water source for Indianapolis.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Morse Reservoir, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
The town of Cicero sits right on its shore, Noblesville is just to the south, and the lake is a favorite boating spot for the north side of the metro area.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Morse Reservoir
Your rentals are waiting for you at Morse Reservoir, 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 Morse Reservoir, with boards, skis and tubes on board.
- Sea-Doo jet ski rentals – quick, easy-to-ride watercraft for exploring every cove of Morse Reservoir.
- 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 Morse Reservoir 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.
Morse Reservoir at a glance
| Location | Cicero and Noblesville |
|---|---|
| Built | 1956 |
| County | Hamilton County |
| Purpose | Water supply and recreation |
| Town | Cicero |
| Region | North of Indianapolis |
Best things to do on Morse Reservoir
- Wakesurfing – calm water on still mornings.
- Water skiing and tubing – open water away from shore.
- Jet skiing – open water on the main lake.
- Lakeside stops – Cicero's waterfront.
Where to launch at Morse Reservoir
- Public ramps – ramps around Cicero.
Stay at idle speed within 200 feet of shore, so head to open water before you speed up. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Morse Reservoir
- Mornings are calmest for surfing.
- Indiana requires an observer besides the driver when towing.
- Stay at idle speed within 200 feet of shore on Indiana lakes.
Indiana boating rules to know
- Every boat needs a wearable life jacket for each person on board, and everyone on a jet ski or being towed 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 is only allowed from sunrise to sunset.
- Jet skis can only run from sunrise to sunset, must stay at idle speed within 200 feet of shore, and the engine cut-off lanyard must be attached to the driver.
- Stay at idle speed within 200 feet of the shoreline on most lakes, and keep to 10 mph or less anywhere between sunset and sunrise.
Map of Morse Reservoir
Morse Reservoir rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Morse Reservoir?
Premium MasterCraft surf and ski boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, tubes, lily pads and paddle boards, and captained boat tours with lessons.
Do I need a truck to tow the boat?
No. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Morse Reservoir, so there's no towing.
Where is Morse Reservoir?
In northwestern Hamilton County at Cicero, north of Noblesville and Indianapolis.
Can you jet ski on Morse Reservoir?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Morse Reservoir.
When was Morse Reservoir built?
In 1956, as a water source for Indianapolis.
Is Morse Reservoir close to Indianapolis?
Yes. It's about 30 miles north of downtown Indianapolis.