Gull Lake is a 2,030-acre lake in Kalamazoo and Barry counties, about 11 miles northeast of Kalamazoo and 13 miles northwest of Battle Creek.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Gull Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
Its deep, clear water reaches 110 feet, a large island sits near the south end, and homes and cottages ring the whole shoreline.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Gull Lake
Everything you rent is ready for you at Gull Lake — no truck, no trailer and no towing required.
- MasterCraft boat rentals – roomy premium boats with surf boards, wakeboards and tubes, so the whole group can ride at Gull Lake.
- 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 Gull Lake while our captain drives, or learn to wakesurf with one-on-one coaching.
- 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.
Gull Lake at a glance
| Location | Between Kalamazoo and Battle Creek |
|---|---|
| Size | About 2,030 acres |
| Max depth | About 110 feet |
| Counties | Kalamazoo and Barry |
| Island | Large island at the south end |
| Water | Deep and clear |
Best things to do on Gull Lake
- Wakesurfing – calm coves on still mornings.
- Water skiing and tubing – long stretches of open water.
- Jet skiing – open water and quiet bays.
- Island stops – the big island at the south end.
Where to launch at Gull Lake
- Public access sites – a DNR ramp on the lake.
Summer weekends are busy, so start early. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Gull Lake
- Mornings are calmest for surfing.
- Michigan requires an observer besides the driver when towing.
- Jet skis can't run between sunset and 8 a.m. in Michigan.
Michigan boating rules to know
- Every boat needs a wearable life jacket for each person on board. Children under 6 must wear one on the open deck whenever the boat is underway, and everyone on a jet ski or being towed must wear one.
- Towing a skier, wakeboarder or tuber requires an observer besides the driver, and the person being towed must wear a life jacket. Towing isn't allowed from one hour after sunset to one hour before sunrise.
- Jet skis can't be operated between sunset and 8 a.m., must stay at slow-no-wake speed within 200 feet of a Great Lakes shoreline, and the engine cut-off lanyard must be attached to the driver.
- Stay at slow-no-wake speed within 100 feet of docks, rafts, swimming areas, moored boats and people in the water, and in shallow water near shore. Many inland lakes also have local slow-no-wake hours, so follow the posted rules at the launch.
Map of Gull Lake
Gull Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Gull 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 Gull Lake when I arrive?
Yes. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Gull Lake, so there's nothing to tow.
Where is Gull Lake?
Between Kalamazoo and Battle Creek, about 11 miles northeast of Kalamazoo.
Can you jet ski on Gull Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Gull Lake.
How big is Gull Lake?
About 2,030 acres and up to 110 feet deep.
Is Gull Lake clear?
Yes. It's known for deep, clear water.