Sardis Lake is a large reservoir on the Tallahatchie River in Panola, Lafayette and Marshall counties, about an hour's drive from Memphis.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Sardis Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
Sardis Dam, nine miles southeast of the town of Sardis, stretches 15,300 feet, and John W. Kyle State Park sits on the shore.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Sardis Lake
Just show up and ride — your boat, jet skis and gear are ready at Sardis Lake with no towing required.
- MasterCraft wakesurf & wakeboard boat rentals – premium surf boats seating 12 to 18, with surf boards, wakeboards, skis and tubes available.
- Jet ski rentals – late-model Sea-Doos for one to three riders, great for cruising Sardis Lake or pulling a tube.
- Captained charters – sit back and enjoy Sardis Lake while our captain drives, or learn to wakesurf with one-on-one coaching.
- Tubes, paddle boards and floats – extras that turn a boat day at Sardis Lake 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.
Sardis Lake at a glance
| Location | Panola, Lafayette, Marshall counties |
|---|---|
| River | Tallahatchie River |
| Total area | About 98,500 acres |
| Dam | 15,300 feet long |
| From Memphis | About an hour |
| State park | John W. Kyle State Park |
Best things to do on Sardis 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 – crappie in the creek arms.
Where to launch at Sardis Lake
- Public ramps – launches around the lake and near the dam.
Water levels drop in fall and winter, so watch for stumps and shallow flats. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Sardis 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 Sardis Lake
Sardis Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Sardis 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 Sardis Lake myself?
No. Your rental is ready for you at Sardis Lake, so you don't need a truck or trailer.
Where is Sardis Lake?
In north Mississippi on the Tallahatchie River, in Panola, Lafayette and Marshall counties.
Can you jet ski on Sardis Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Sardis Lake.
How far is Sardis Lake from Memphis?
About an hour's drive.
Is there a state park on Sardis Lake?
Yes. John W. Kyle State Park is on the lake.