Grayson Lake is a 1,500-acre lake on the Little Sandy River near Grayson, in Carter and Elliott counties of eastern Kentucky.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Grayson Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
Tall sandstone cliffs line its narrow canyons, and Grayson Lake State Park has a marina, campground and beach on the shore.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Grayson Lake
No truck or trailer needed: everything you rent is ready and waiting at Grayson Lake.
- Wakesurf and ski boat rentals – MasterCraft boats seating 12 to 18, set up for a full day of surfing, skiing and tubing on Grayson Lake.
- Jet ski rentals – late-model Sea-Doos for one to three riders, great for cruising Grayson Lake or pulling a tube.
- Captained charters – sit back and enjoy Grayson 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.
Grayson Lake at a glance
| Location | Near Grayson |
|---|---|
| Size | About 1,500 acres |
| River | Little Sandy River |
| Dam | Grayson Dam, 1968 |
| Park | Grayson Lake State Park |
| Scenery | Sandstone cliffs |
Best things to do on Grayson Lake
- Cruising – sandstone canyons and waterfalls.
- Water skiing and tubing – the open main lake.
- Jet skiing – winding canyon arms.
- Fishing – bass, crappie and catfish.
Where to launch at Grayson Lake
- Grayson Lake State Park – state park with a marina and ramp.
Weekday mornings are the quietest time on the water. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Grayson 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.
- Keep to no-wake speed in the narrow canyon sections where posted.
Map of Grayson Lake
Grayson Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Grayson 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 have to tow the boat to Grayson Lake myself?
No. Your rental is ready for you at Grayson Lake, so you don't need a truck or trailer.
Where is Grayson Lake?
Near Grayson in eastern Kentucky, in Carter and Elliott counties.
Can you jet ski on Grayson Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Grayson Lake.
How big is Grayson Lake?
About 1,500 acres.
What makes Grayson Lake unique?
Its narrow canyons are lined with tall sandstone cliffs.