Lake Mitchell is the larger of Cadillac's two lakes, on the west side of town in Wexford County.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Lake Mitchell, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
The historic Clam Lake Canal connects it to Lake Cadillac, and William Mitchell State Park sits between the two lakes along the canal.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Lake Mitchell
Everything you rent is ready for you at Lake Mitchell — no truck, no trailer and no towing required.
- MasterCraft surf boat rentals – big, clean wakes for surfing and wakeboarding at Lake Mitchell, with boards, skis and tubes on board.
- Sea-Doo jet ski rentals – quick, easy-to-ride watercraft for exploring every cove of Lake Mitchell.
- Boat tours with a driver – great for celebrations, families and anyone who wants surf or ski lessons on Lake Mitchell.
- 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 Mitchell at a glance
| Location | Cadillac, Wexford County |
|---|---|
| Connected to | Lake Cadillac |
| Canal | Clam Lake Canal |
| Park | Mitchell State Park |
| Watershed | Muskegon River |
| Fishing | Walleye, pike and bass |
Best things to do on Lake Mitchell
- Wakesurfing – calm coves on still mornings.
- Water skiing and tubing – long stretches of open water.
- Jet skiing – open water and quiet bays.
- Canal cruising – the Clam Lake Canal to Lake Cadillac.
Where to launch at Lake Mitchell
- Mitchell State Park – a ramp beside the canal.
- Public access sites – ramps around the lake.
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 Mitchell
- 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 Mitchell
Lake Mitchell rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Lake Mitchell?
Premium MasterCraft surf and ski boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, tubes, lily pads and paddle boards, and captained boat tours with lessons.
Do I need a truck to tow the boat?
No. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Lake Mitchell, so there's no towing.
Where is Lake Mitchell?
On the west side of Cadillac in Wexford County.
Can you jet ski on Lake Mitchell?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Lake Mitchell.
Is Lake Mitchell connected to Lake Cadillac?
Yes. The Clam Lake Canal links the two lakes, so you can boat between them.
Is there a state park on Lake Mitchell?
Yes. Mitchell State Park sits between the two lakes along the canal, with camping and lake access.