Paintsville Lake is a 1,140-acre lake on Paint Creek just west of Paintsville, in Johnson and Morgan counties of eastern Kentucky.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Paintsville Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
Steep cliffs and wooded coves line its shore, the water is clear, and Paintsville Lake State Park has a full-service marina by the main ramp.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Paintsville Lake
Just show up and ride — your boat, jet skis and gear are ready at Paintsville Lake with no towing required.
- MasterCraft boat rentals – roomy premium boats with surf boards, wakeboards and tubes, so the whole group can ride at Paintsville Lake.
- Sea-Doo rentals – rent a single jet ski or several for your group's day on Paintsville Lake.
- Boat tours with a driver – great for celebrations, families and anyone who wants surf or ski lessons on Paintsville Lake.
- 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.
Paintsville Lake at a glance
| Location | West of Paintsville |
|---|---|
| Size | About 1,140 acres |
| Length | About 18 miles |
| Water | Paint Creek |
| Dam | Paintsville Dam, 1983 |
| Park | Paintsville Lake State Park |
Best things to do on Paintsville Lake
- Wakesurfing – clear coves on calm mornings.
- Water skiing and tubing – the open main lake.
- Jet skiing – cliffs and wooded coves.
- Fishing – walleye, smallmouth and catfish.
Where to launch at Paintsville Lake
- Paintsville Lake State Park – state park with a marina and four-lane 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 Paintsville 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 Paintsville Lake
Paintsville Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Paintsville 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 Paintsville Lake when I arrive?
Yes. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Paintsville Lake, so there's nothing to tow.
Where is Paintsville Lake?
Just west of Paintsville in eastern Kentucky, in Johnson and Morgan counties.
Can you jet ski on Paintsville Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Paintsville Lake.
How big is Paintsville Lake?
About 1,140 acres, stretching about 18 miles.
Is Paintsville Lake clear?
Yes. It's known for clear water and cliff-lined coves.