Lake Cadillac sits right inside the city of Cadillac in Wexford County, part of the Muskegon River watershed.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Lake Cadillac, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
The town was founded as Clam Lake, and the old Clam Lake Canal still links Lake Cadillac with its larger neighbor, Lake Mitchell.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Lake Cadillac
Your rentals are waiting for you at Lake Cadillac, so there's no truck, no trailer and no towing to worry about.
- Wakesurf and ski boat rentals – MasterCraft boats seating 12 to 18, set up for a full day of surfing, skiing and tubing on Lake Cadillac.
- 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 Lake Cadillac while our captain drives, or learn to wakesurf with one-on-one coaching.
- 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 Cadillac at a glance
| Location | City of Cadillac |
|---|---|
| Connected to | Lake Mitchell |
| Canal | Clam Lake Canal |
| Original name | Little Clam Lake |
| Watershed | Muskegon River |
| Park | Mitchell State Park |
Best things to do on Lake Cadillac
- Wakesurfing – calm coves on still mornings.
- Water skiing and tubing – long stretches of open water.
- Jet skiing – open water and quiet bays.
- Town stop – downtown Cadillac right on the shore.
Where to launch at Lake Cadillac
- City launches – ramps in Cadillac.
Weekday mornings are the quietest time on the water. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Lake Cadillac
- 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 Lake Cadillac
Lake Cadillac rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Lake Cadillac?
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 Lake Cadillac myself?
No. Your rental is ready for you at Lake Cadillac, so you don't need a truck or trailer.
Where is Lake Cadillac?
Inside the city of Cadillac in Wexford County, northern Lower Michigan.
Can you jet ski on Lake Cadillac?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Lake Cadillac.
Can you boat from Lake Cadillac to Lake Mitchell?
Yes. The Clam Lake Canal connects the two lakes.
What was Lake Cadillac called before?
Little Clam Lake. The town itself was called Clam Lake until 1882.