Lake of the Woods spans Minnesota, Ontario and Manitoba. It is more than 70 miles long and wide, with over 14,552 islands and about 65,000 miles of shoreline, making it the sixth-largest freshwater lake at least partly in the United States after the Great Lakes.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Lake of the Woods, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
On the Minnesota side, Baudette, Warroad and the Northwest Angle are the gateways, with the Rainy River feeding the lake from the southeast.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Lake of the Woods
Everything you rent is ready for you at Lake of the Woods — 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 Lake of the Woods.
- Jet ski rentals – late-model Sea-Doos for one to three riders, great for cruising Lake of the Woods 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 Lake of the Woods 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.
Lake of the Woods at a glance
| Location | Lake of the Woods County, MN, plus Ontario and Manitoba |
|---|---|
| Size | More than 70 miles long and wide |
| Islands | Over 14,552 |
| Shoreline | About 65,000 miles |
| Gateways | Baudette, Warroad, Northwest Angle |
| Known for | Walleye and endless islands |
Best things to do on Lake of the Woods
- Wakesurfing – protected water near shore and river mouths.
- Jet skiing – explore island-studded bays.
- Fishing – world-famous walleye and sauger.
- Northwest Angle – the northernmost point of the lower 48.
Where to launch at Lake of the Woods
- Rainy River – launches near Baudette and Wheeler's Point.
- Warroad – city launches and harbor.
Big Traverse Bay is wide open and gets rough, so stick close to shore on windy days. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Lake of the Woods
- Stay near shore on windy days; open water gets rough.
- Mornings are calmest for surfing.
- Jet skis run from 9:30 a.m. to one hour before sunset in Minnesota.
Minnesota boating rules to know
- Every boat needs a wearable life jacket for each person on board, plus a throwable device on boats 16 feet or longer. Children under 10 must wear one while the boat is under way, and everyone on a jet ski must wear one.
- Anyone towing a skier, wakeboarder, wakesurfer or tuber needs an observer besides the driver or a wide-angle mirror, and towing isn't allowed from a half hour after sunset until sunrise.
- Jet skis may run only from 9:30 a.m. to one hour before sunset, must stay at slow-no-wake speed within 150 feet of shore, docks, swimmers, swim rafts and non-motorized or anchored boats, and may not jump another boat's wake within 150 feet.
- Part of this lake lies in Canada. If you land, anchor or tie up on the Canadian side, you must report to Canadian border officials first.
Map of Lake of the Woods
Lake of the Woods rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Lake of the Woods?
Premium MasterCraft surf and ski boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, tubes, lily pads and paddle boards, and captained boat tours with lessons.
Do I have to tow the boat to Lake of the Woods myself?
No. Your rental is ready for you at Lake of the Woods, so you don't need a truck or trailer.
Where is Lake of the Woods?
On the Minnesota–Canada border, shared with Ontario and Manitoba, with Baudette and Warroad as the main Minnesota gateways.
Can you jet ski on Lake of the Woods?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Lake of the Woods.
Can I boat into Canada on Lake of the Woods?
Yes, but if you land, anchor or tie up on the Canadian side you must report to Canadian border officials first.
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