Raccoon Lake, officially Cecil M. Harden Lake, is a 2,060-acre reservoir in Parke County near Rockville, in west-central Indiana.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Raccoon Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
It's one of Indiana's five largest reservoirs, with the Raccoon Lake State Recreation Area on its shore and the covered bridges of Parke County nearby.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Raccoon Lake
Your rentals are waiting for you at Raccoon Lake, so there's no truck, no trailer and no towing to worry about.
- Wakesurf and ski boat rentals – MasterCraft boats seating 12 to 18, set up for a full day of surfing, skiing and tubing on Raccoon Lake.
- Sea-Doo jet ski rentals – rent one or a pair, including 3-seat models that can tow a tube or skier.
- Boat tours with a driver – great for celebrations, families and anyone who wants surf or ski lessons on Raccoon Lake.
- 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.
Raccoon Lake at a glance
| Location | Near Rockville, Parke County |
|---|---|
| Size | About 2,060 acres |
| Official name | Cecil M. Harden Lake |
| Rank | One of Indiana's 5 largest reservoirs |
| Recreation area | Raccoon Lake SRA |
| Nearby | Parke County covered bridges |
Best things to do on Raccoon Lake
- Water skiing and tubing – open water away from shore.
- Wakesurfing – calm water on still mornings.
- Jet skiing – open water on the main lake.
- Cove stops – quiet coves on the wooded shore.
Where to launch at Raccoon Lake
- Raccoon Lake SRA – state ramps on the lake.
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 Raccoon Lake
- 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 Raccoon Lake
Raccoon Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Raccoon Lake?
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 need a truck to tow the boat?
No. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Raccoon Lake, so there's no towing.
Where is Raccoon Lake?
In Parke County near Rockville, west-central Indiana.
Can you jet ski on Raccoon Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Raccoon Lake.
Is Raccoon Lake the same as Cecil M. Harden Lake?
Yes. Cecil M. Harden Lake is the official name, but most people call it Raccoon Lake.
How big is Raccoon Lake?
About 2,060 acres.