Buckhorn Lake is a lake of about 1,230 acres on the Middle Fork of the Kentucky River in Perry and Leslie counties, west of Hazard.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Buckhorn Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
Wooded mountains wrap around the lake, and Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park has a lodge and marina on its shore.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Buckhorn Lake
Your rentals are waiting for you at Buckhorn 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 Buckhorn Lake.
- Sea-Doo jet ski rentals – rent one or a pair, including 3-seat models that can tow a tube or skier.
- 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.
Buckhorn Lake at a glance
| Location | West of Hazard |
|---|---|
| Size | About 1,230 acres |
| River | Middle Fork Kentucky River |
| Park | Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park |
| Setting | Mountain lake |
| Counties | Perry and Leslie |
Best things to do on Buckhorn Lake
- Water skiing and tubing – the open main lake.
- Wakesurfing – calm mornings between the ridges.
- Jet skiing – the winding lake arms.
- Fishing – muskie, bass and crappie.
Where to launch at Buckhorn Lake
- Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park – state park with a marina.
- Corps ramps – public launches around the lake.
Weekday mornings are the quietest time on the water. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Buckhorn Lake
- Mornings are calmest for surfing.
- Kentucky requires an observer 12 or older or a wide-angle mirror when towing, and towing is only allowed from sunrise to sunset.
- Jet skis can't run between sunset and sunrise in Kentucky.
Kentucky boating rules to know
- Every boat needs a wearable life jacket for each person on board. Children under 12 must wear one whenever they're on the open deck of a moving boat, and everyone on a jet ski must wear one.
- Towing a skier, wakeboarder or tuber requires an observer 12 or older besides the driver or a wide-angle rear-view mirror, and the person being towed must wear a life jacket. Towing is only allowed from sunrise to sunset, and not within 100 feet of a dock, harbor or swimming area or within 2,000 feet of a dam or lock.
- Jet skis can't be operated between sunset and sunrise, and the engine cut-off lanyard must be attached to the driver.
- Keep to no-wake speed in posted no-wake zones, marinas and near docks and swimmers.
Map of Buckhorn Lake
Buckhorn Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Buckhorn Lake?
MasterCraft wakesurf and wakeboard boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, water toys like tubes and lily pads, and private boat tours with lessons.
Will my boat be at Buckhorn Lake when I arrive?
Yes. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Buckhorn Lake, so there's nothing to tow.
Where is Buckhorn Lake?
West of Hazard in eastern Kentucky, in Perry and Leslie counties.
Can you jet ski on Buckhorn Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Buckhorn Lake.
How big is Buckhorn Lake?
About 1,230 acres.
Is there a state park on Buckhorn Lake?
Yes. Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park has a lodge and marina.