Lake Charlevoix is Michigan's third-largest inland lake, covering more than 17,200 acres with 56 miles of shoreline and depths over 120 feet.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Lake Charlevoix, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
Its main basin reaches Boyne City and the South Arm runs down to East Jordan, while Round Lake and the Pine River channel connect it to Lake Michigan in Charlevoix.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Lake Charlevoix
Your rentals are waiting for you at Lake Charlevoix, so there's no truck, no trailer and no towing to worry about.
- MasterCraft surf boat rentals – big, clean wakes for surfing and wakeboarding at Lake Charlevoix, with boards, skis and tubes on board.
- Jet ski rentals – late-model Sea-Doos for one to three riders, great for cruising Lake Charlevoix or pulling a tube.
- Captained charters – sit back and enjoy Lake Charlevoix while our captain drives, or learn to wakesurf with one-on-one coaching.
- Water toy rentals – add tubes, floating lily pads, paddle boards or a water trampoline to your day.
Book Now or call or text 1-888-594-6610 – we answer 7 a.m.–10 p.m. every day.
Lake Charlevoix at a glance
| Location | Charlevoix, Boyne City, East Jordan |
|---|---|
| Size | About 17,200 acres |
| Shoreline | About 56 miles |
| Max depth | About 122 feet |
| Arms | Main basin and South Arm |
| Outlet | Pine River to Lake Michigan |
Best things to do on Lake Charlevoix
- Wakesurfing – the sheltered South Arm on calm mornings.
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main basin.
- Jet skiing – long runs between Boyne City and Charlevoix.
- Harbor stops – Round Lake harbor in Charlevoix.
Where to launch at Lake Charlevoix
- Public launches – ramps at Boyne City, East Jordan and Ironton.
Summer weekends are busy, so start early. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Lake Charlevoix
- 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 Charlevoix
Lake Charlevoix rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Lake Charlevoix?
MasterCraft wakesurf and wakeboard boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, water toys like tubes and lily pads, and private boat tours with lessons.
Will my boat be at Lake Charlevoix when I arrive?
Yes. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Lake Charlevoix, so there's nothing to tow.
Where is Lake Charlevoix?
In Charlevoix County, between Charlevoix, Boyne City and East Jordan.
Can you jet ski on Lake Charlevoix?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Lake Charlevoix.
How big is Lake Charlevoix?
More than 17,200 acres, Michigan's third-largest inland lake.
Can you reach Lake Michigan from Lake Charlevoix?
Yes. Round Lake and the Pine River channel connect it to Lake Michigan in downtown Charlevoix.