Laurel River Lake is a lake of about 5,600 acres on the Laurel River west of Corbin and London, set in the Daniel Boone National Forest.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Laurel River Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
It's one of the deepest and clearest lakes in Kentucky, with sandstone bluffs, about 206 miles of wooded shoreline and very little development along its banks.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Laurel River Lake
No truck or trailer needed: everything you rent is ready and waiting at Laurel River Lake.
- MasterCraft wakesurf & wakeboard boat rentals – premium surf boats seating 12 to 18, with surf boards, wakeboards, skis and tubes available.
- Sea-Doo jet ski rentals – rent one or a pair, including 3-seat models that can tow a tube or skier.
- Captained charters – sit back and enjoy Laurel River Lake while our captain drives, or learn to wakesurf with one-on-one coaching.
- 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.
Laurel River Lake at a glance
| Location | West of Corbin and London |
|---|---|
| Size | About 5,600 acres |
| Length | About 19 miles |
| Shoreline | About 206 miles |
| River | Laurel River |
| Forest | Daniel Boone National Forest |
Best things to do on Laurel River Lake
- Wakesurfing – clear, deep water on calm mornings.
- Jet skiing – sandstone bluffs and quiet coves.
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Fishing – walleye, smallmouth and trout.
Where to launch at Laurel River Lake
- Holly Bay – Forest Service recreation area with a marina.
- Grove – Forest Service recreation area with a marina and ramp.
Mountain water stays cool, so bring a wetsuit early in the season. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Laurel River 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 Laurel River Lake
Laurel River Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Laurel River Lake?
Wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, water toys, and private charters with a driver-instructor — everything for a full day on the water.
Will my boat be at Laurel River Lake when I arrive?
Yes. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Laurel River Lake, so there's nothing to tow.
Where is Laurel River Lake?
West of Corbin and London in southeastern Kentucky, in the Daniel Boone National Forest.
Can you jet ski on Laurel River Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Laurel River Lake.
How big is Laurel River Lake?
About 5,600 acres, with roughly 206 miles of shoreline.
Is Laurel River Lake clear?
Yes. It's one of the deepest and clearest lakes in Kentucky.