Higgins Lake is a 9,900-acre lake in Roscommon County known for deep, clear water, with a maximum depth of 135 feet and about 21 miles of shoreline.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Higgins Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
Half of its water comes from underground springs, and North and South Higgins Lake state parks sit at either end of the twin-lobed lake.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Higgins Lake
Your rentals are waiting for you at Higgins Lake, 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 Higgins Lake.
- Jet ski rentals – late-model Sea-Doos for one to three riders, great for cruising Higgins Lake or pulling a tube.
- Private boat tours & lessons – a driver-instructor runs the boat and coaches first-timers and experienced riders alike.
- Tubes, paddle boards and floats – extras that turn a boat day at Higgins Lake into a full beach party.
Book Now or call or text 1-888-594-6610 – we answer 7 a.m.–10 p.m. every day.
Higgins Lake at a glance
| Location | Roscommon County |
|---|---|
| Size | About 9,900 acres |
| Shoreline | About 21 miles |
| Max depth | 135 feet |
| Water | Spring-fed and very clear |
| Parks | North and South Higgins Lake |
Best things to do on Higgins Lake
- Sandbar stops – sandy shelves with clear, shallow water.
- Wakesurfing – calm coves on still mornings.
- Water skiing and tubing – long stretches of open water.
- Jet skiing – open water across both lobes.
Where to launch at Higgins Lake
- State parks – ramps at North and South Higgins Lake state parks.
The spring-fed water stays cool, so bring a wetsuit early in the season. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Higgins 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 Higgins Lake
Higgins Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Higgins 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 need a truck to tow the boat?
No. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Higgins Lake, so there's no towing.
Where is Higgins Lake?
In Roscommon County just west of I-75, a few miles north of Houghton Lake.
Can you jet ski on Higgins Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Higgins Lake.
How big is Higgins Lake?
About 9,900 acres, 7 miles long and 4 miles wide.
Why is Higgins Lake so clear?
About half of its water comes from underground springs, which keeps it clear and cool.