Okatibbee Lake is a 3,800-acre reservoir in Lauderdale County, about seven to eight miles northwest of Meridian, with 28 miles of shoreline.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Okatibbee Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers built Okatibbee Dam across Okatibbee Creek in 1968, and Okatibbee Water Park sits on the shore.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Okatibbee Lake
Your rentals are waiting for you at Okatibbee Lake, so there's no truck, no trailer and no towing to worry about.
- MasterCraft wakesurf & wakeboard boat rentals – premium surf boats seating 12 to 18, with surf boards, wakeboards, skis and tubes available.
- Sea-Doo jet ski rentals – rent one or a pair, including 3-seat models that can tow a tube or skier.
- Boat tours & private charters – relax while an experienced driver-instructor handles the boat, with wakesurf, wakeboard and ski lessons for every level.
- 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.
Okatibbee Lake at a glance
| Location | Lauderdale County |
|---|---|
| Size | About 3,800 acres |
| Shoreline | About 28 miles |
| Dam built | 1968 |
| Creek | Okatibbee Creek |
| Nearby | Meridian, Collinsville |
Best things to do on Okatibbee Lake
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Wakesurfing – calm water on still mornings.
- Jet skiing – open water and quiet coves.
- Fishing – bass, crappie and catfish.
Where to launch at Okatibbee Lake
- Public ramps – launches around the lake and at the water park.
Watch for stumps and standing timber outside the marked channels. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Okatibbee Lake
- Mornings are calmest for surfing.
- Mississippi requires a spotter, besides the driver, watching anyone being towed.
- Kids 12 and under must wear a life jacket on boats 26 feet or less in Mississippi.
Mississippi boating rules to know
- Every boat needs a wearable life jacket for each person on board. Kids 12 and under must wear one while underway on a boat 26 feet or less, and everyone on a jet ski or being towed must wear one.
- Anyone towing a skier, wakeboarder or tuber needs a spotter on board besides the driver. Towing isn't allowed from one hour after sunset to one hour before sunrise.
- Jet skis can only run during daylight hours in Mississippi, so plan jet ski time between sunrise and sunset.
- Keep to idle speed in posted no-wake zones and near docks, marinas and boat ramps, and watch for stumps outside the marked channels.
Map of Okatibbee Lake
Okatibbee Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Okatibbee Lake?
MasterCraft wakesurf and wakeboard boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, water toys like tubes and lily pads, and private boat tours with lessons.
Do I have to tow the boat to Okatibbee Lake myself?
No. Your rental is ready for you at Okatibbee Lake, so you don't need a truck or trailer.
Where is Okatibbee Lake?
In Lauderdale County, about seven to eight miles northwest of Meridian.
Can you jet ski on Okatibbee Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Okatibbee Lake.
How big is Okatibbee Lake?
About 3,800 acres, with 28 miles of shoreline.
Is there a park on Okatibbee Lake?
Yes. Okatibbee Water Park sits on the lake, along with Corps campgrounds.