Cross Lake is an 8,575-acre lake right on the west side of Shreveport, the city's water supply and the closest big water to downtown.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Cross Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
The lake is wide open in the middle with cypress along the edges, lake homes on the south shore, and I-220 crossing the east end on a long causeway.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Cross Lake
Just show up and ride — your boat, jet skis and gear are ready at Cross Lake with no towing required.
- Wakesurf and ski boat rentals – MasterCraft boats seating 12 to 18, set up for a full day of surfing, skiing and tubing on Cross Lake.
- Sea-Doo rentals – rent a single jet ski or several for your group's day on Cross Lake.
- Boat tours with a driver – great for celebrations, families and anyone who wants surf or ski lessons on Cross 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.
Cross Lake at a glance
| Location | West Shreveport |
|---|---|
| Size | About 8,575 acres |
| Parish | Caddo |
| Use | Shreveport water supply |
| Shore | Cypress and lake homes |
| Region | Northwest Louisiana |
Best things to do on Cross Lake
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Wakesurfing – calm water on still mornings.
- Jet skiing – open water and quiet coves.
- Sunset cruising – the open middle of the lake toward town.
Where to launch at Cross Lake
- South Lakeshore Drive – the public ramp on the south shore.
- Municipal Pier Road – the city launch at the Municipal Pier.
Summer weekends are busy, so start early. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Cross Lake
- Mornings are calmest for surfing.
- Louisiana requires an observer besides the driver when towing, unless the boat has a wide-angle mirror.
- Kids 16 and under must wear a life jacket on boats under 26 feet in Louisiana.
Louisiana boating rules to know
- Every boat needs a wearable life jacket for each person on board. Anyone 16 or younger must wear one while underway on a boat under 26 feet, and everyone on a jet ski must wear one.
- Towing a skier, wakeboarder or tuber requires two competent people on board, the driver and an observer, unless the driver is 16 or older and the boat has a wide-angle rearview mirror. Towing isn't allowed from one hour after sunset to one hour before sunrise.
- Jet skis can't run between sunset and sunrise unless they carry Coast Guard-approved navigation lights, so plan jet ski time for daylight.
- Keep to idle speed in posted no-wake zones and near docks, marinas and boat ramps, and watch for stumps outside marked boat lanes.
Map of Cross Lake
Cross Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Cross 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 Cross Lake myself?
No. Your rental is ready for you at Cross Lake, so you don't need a truck or trailer.
Where is Cross Lake?
On the west side of Shreveport in Caddo Parish, northwest Louisiana, just off I-220.
Can you jet ski on Cross Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Cross Lake.
How big is Cross Lake?
About 8,575 acres, one of the biggest lakes inside a Louisiana city.
Can you water ski on Cross Lake?
Yes. Skiing and tubing are popular in the open middle of the lake.