Big Hill Lake is a 1,240-acre Corps of Engineers lake in Labette County, about 3.5 miles east of Cherryvale and 9.5 miles southwest of Parsons.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Big Hill Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
It has a sandy swim beach, campgrounds, boat ramps and the 17-mile Big Hill Lake Horse Trail around the shore.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Big Hill Lake
Your rentals are waiting for you at Big Hill Lake, so there's no truck, no trailer and no towing to worry about.
- MasterCraft wakesurf & wakeboard boat rentals – premium surf boats seating 10 to 18, with surf boards, wakeboards, skis and tubes available.
- Sea-Doo jet ski rentals – quick, easy-to-ride watercraft for exploring every cove of Big Hill Lake.
- Captained charters – sit back and enjoy Big Hill Lake while our captain drives, or learn to wakesurf with one-on-one coaching.
- Water toys and towables – tubes, lily pads and paddle boards for kids and grown-ups alike.
Book Now or call or text 1-888-594-6610 – we answer 7 a.m.–10 p.m. every day.
Big Hill Lake at a glance
| Location | Labette County, Kansas |
|---|---|
| Size | About 1,240 acres |
| Managed by | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
| Beach | Sandy swim beach |
| Trail | 17-mile horse trail |
| Nearby | Cherryvale, Parsons |
Best things to do on Big Hill Lake
- Wakesurfing – calm water on a smaller lake.
- Jet skiing – laps around the lake.
- Swimming – the sandy beach.
- Camping – Corps campgrounds.
Where to launch at Big Hill Lake
- Corps ramps – boat ramps around the lake.
Summer weekends are busy, so start early. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Big Hill Lake
- Mornings are calmest for surfing.
- Raise a red or orange flag whenever a rider is in the water.
- South winds often pick up on Kansas lakes in the afternoon.
Kansas boating rules to know
- Every boat needs a wearable life jacket for each person on board. Children 12 and under must wear one at all times on board, even at anchor, and everyone on a jet ski or being towed must wear one.
- No towing skiers, wakeboarders or tubers from a half hour after sunset to a half hour before sunrise, and a red or orange flag goes up whenever a rider is in the water.
- Jet skis may not be ridden between sunset and sunrise, must stay at no-wake speed (5 mph or less) within 200 feet of docks, ramps, swimmers, bridges and anchored boats, and the engine cut-off lanyard must be attached to the driver.
Map of Big Hill Lake
Big Hill Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Big Hill Lake?
Premium MasterCraft surf and ski boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, tubes, lily pads and paddle boards, and captained boat tours with lessons.
Will my boat be at Big Hill Lake when I arrive?
Yes. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Big Hill Lake, so there's nothing to tow.
Where is Big Hill Lake?
In Labette County, Kansas, about 3.5 miles east of Cherryvale and 9.5 miles southwest of Parsons.
Can you jet ski on Big Hill Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Big Hill Lake.
How big is Big Hill Lake?
About 1,240 acres.
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