Lake Quinsigamond, also called Long Pond, is a 4-mile lake between the city of Worcester and the town of Shrewsbury.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Lake Quinsigamond, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
It covers about 772 acres, runs 50 to 85 feet deep, and holds eight islands, with the largest, Drake Island, owned by the state.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Lake Quinsigamond
Your rentals are waiting for you at Lake Quinsigamond, so there's no truck, no trailer and no towing to worry about.
- MasterCraft boat rentals – roomy premium boats with surf boards, wakeboards and tubes, so the whole group can ride at Lake Quinsigamond.
- Sea-Doo rentals – rent a single jet ski or several for your group's day on Lake Quinsigamond.
- Private boat tours & lessons – a driver-instructor runs the boat and coaches first-timers and experienced riders alike.
- 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.
Lake Quinsigamond at a glance
| Location | Worcester and Shrewsbury |
|---|---|
| Size | About 772 acres |
| Length | About 4 miles |
| Depth | 50 to 85 feet |
| Islands | Eight |
| Also called | Long Pond |
Best things to do on Lake Quinsigamond
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Jet skiing – open water more than 150 feet from shore.
- Wakesurfing – calm water out in the middle of the lake.
- Rowing – a long, straight lake famous for crew races.
Where to launch at Lake Quinsigamond
- Public launch – state and city ramps around the lake.
Rowing crews use the lake, so give shells a wide berth and keep your wake down near them. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Lake Quinsigamond
- Mornings are calmest for surfing.
- Massachusetts requires an observer besides the driver whenever you tow a skier or tuber.
- Kids under 12 must wear a life jacket on boats in Massachusetts.
Massachusetts boating rules to know
- Every boat needs a wearable life jacket for each person on board. Kids under 12 must wear one at all times, 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.
- Jet skis keep to headway speed within 150 feet of the shore, swimmers, moored boats and other boats, and can't run near a swimming beach.
- Slow to headway speed near docks, swimmers, moored boats and anywhere the lake is marked no wake.
Map of Lake Quinsigamond
Lake Quinsigamond rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Lake Quinsigamond?
Premium MasterCraft surf and ski boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, tubes, lily pads and paddle boards, and captained boat tours with lessons.
Do I have to tow the boat to Lake Quinsigamond myself?
No. Your rental is ready for you at Lake Quinsigamond, so you don't need a truck or trailer.
Where is Lake Quinsigamond?
Between Worcester and Shrewsbury in central Massachusetts.
Can you jet ski on Lake Quinsigamond?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Lake Quinsigamond.
How big is Lake Quinsigamond?
About 772 acres and 4 miles long.
Are there islands on Lake Quinsigamond?
Yes. There are eight, and the largest, Drake Island, is state-owned.