John Redmond Reservoir is a 9,400-acre Corps of Engineers lake on the Neosho River in Coffey County, near Burlington in eastern Kansas.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on John Redmond Reservoir, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
It's broad and shallow, only about 12 feet at its deepest, with roughly 59 miles of shoreline, and Flint Hills National Wildlife Refuge borders the northwest end.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at John Redmond Reservoir
Everything you rent is ready for you at John Redmond Reservoir — no truck, no trailer and no towing required.
- MasterCraft wakesurf & wakeboard boat rentals – premium surf boats seating 10 to 18, with surf boards, wakeboards, skis and tubes available.
- Sea-Doo rentals – rent a single jet ski or several for your group's day on John Redmond Reservoir.
- Private boat tours & lessons – a driver-instructor runs the boat and coaches first-timers and experienced riders alike.
- 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.
John Redmond Reservoir at a glance
| Location | Coffey County, Kansas |
|---|---|
| Size | About 9,400 acres |
| Max depth | About 12 feet |
| Shoreline | About 59 miles |
| River | Neosho River |
| Next to | Flint Hills National Wildlife Refuge |
Best things to do on John Redmond Reservoir
- Wakesurfing – calm mornings on open water.
- Jet skiing – miles of shallow, open lake.
- Fishing – catfish, crappie and white bass.
- Wildlife watching – the neighboring wildlife refuge.
Where to launch at John Redmond Reservoir
- Corps parks – 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 John Redmond Reservoir
- The lake is shallow, so stay in open, marked water.
- Calm mornings are best for surfing.
- Raise a red or orange flag whenever a rider is in the water.
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 John Redmond Reservoir
John Redmond Reservoir rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at John Redmond Reservoir?
MasterCraft wakesurf and wakeboard boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, water toys like tubes and lily pads, and private boat tours with lessons.
Do I need a truck to tow the boat?
No. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at John Redmond Reservoir, so there's no towing.
Where is John Redmond Reservoir?
In Coffey County, Kansas, near Burlington.
Can you jet ski on John Redmond Reservoir?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on John Redmond Reservoir.
How deep is John Redmond Reservoir?
Only about 12 feet at its deepest, so it's a shallow lake.
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