Thompson Lake is a 4,400-acre lake shared by Oxford, Casco, Otisfield and Poland, just northeast of the Sebago Lakes Region.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Thompson Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
It averages about 35 feet deep and drops to 121 feet, with more than 30 miles of shoreline and some of the clearest water in southern Maine.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Thompson Lake
Just show up and ride — your boat, jet skis and gear are ready at Thompson 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 Thompson Lake.
- Jet ski rentals – late-model Sea-Doos for one to three riders, great for cruising Thompson Lake or pulling a tube.
- 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.
Thompson Lake at a glance
| Location | Oxford, Casco, Otisfield, Poland |
|---|---|
| Size | About 4,400 acres |
| Max depth | About 121 feet |
| Avg depth | About 35 feet |
| Shoreline | About 32 miles |
| From Portland | About an hour |
Best things to do on Thompson Lake
- Wakesurfing – deep water well out from shore, at least 300 feet off and in 15 feet or more.
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Jet skiing – open water between sunrise and sunset.
- Swimming – clear, clean water off sandy coves.
Where to launch at Thompson Lake
- Oxford – the public launch at the north end of the lake.
- The Heath – the state launch off Heath Road in Casco.
Keep to headway speed within 200 feet of any shoreline, including islands. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Thompson Lake
- Mornings are calmest for surfing.
- Maine requires an observer besides the driver whenever you tow a skier or wakeboarder.
- Kids 12 and under must wear a life jacket on boats in Maine.
Maine boating rules to know
- Every boat needs a wearable life jacket for each person on board. Kids 12 and under must wear one while underway, and everyone on a jet ski or being towed must wear one.
- Anyone towing a skier, wakeboarder or tuber needs an observer on board besides the driver, and towing isn't allowed from a half hour after sunset to a half hour before sunrise.
- Jet skis can only run between sunrise and sunset in Maine.
- Keep to headway speed within 200 feet of any shoreline, including islands, and wakesurf only in water at least 15 feet deep and more than 300 feet from shore.
Map of Thompson Lake
Thompson Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Thompson Lake?
MasterCraft wakesurf and wakeboard boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, water toys like tubes and lily pads, and private boat tours with lessons.
Do I need a truck to tow the boat?
No. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Thompson Lake, so there's no towing.
Where is Thompson Lake?
In Oxford, Casco, Otisfield and Poland, Maine, about an hour north of Portland off Route 26 and Route 121.
Can you jet ski on Thompson Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Thompson Lake.
How big is Thompson Lake?
About 4,400 acres, with more than 30 miles of shoreline.
How deep is Thompson Lake?
It averages about 35 feet and reaches about 121 feet at its deepest.