Elwood Reservoir is a lake of about 1,300 acres at Elwood in Gosper County, just south of Johnson Lake.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Elwood Reservoir, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
It's a quieter neighbor to Johnson Lake, with open prairie water and room to spread out.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Elwood Reservoir
Just show up and ride — your boat, jet skis and gear are ready at Elwood Reservoir with no towing required.
- MasterCraft surf boat rentals – big, clean wakes for surfing and wakeboarding at Elwood Reservoir, with boards, skis and tubes on board.
- Sea-Doo jet ski rentals – quick, easy-to-ride watercraft for exploring every cove of Elwood Reservoir.
- Boat tours & private charters – relax while an experienced driver-instructor handles the boat, with wakesurf, wakeboard and ski lessons for every level.
- Tubes, paddle boards and floats – extras that turn a boat day at Elwood Reservoir 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.
Elwood Reservoir at a glance
| Location | Gosper County |
|---|---|
| Size | About 1,300 acres |
| Town | Elwood |
| Neighbor | Johnson Lake |
| Region | South-central Nebraska |
| Known for | Quiet prairie water |
Best things to do on Elwood Reservoir
- Wakesurfing – calm mornings.
- Jet skiing – open water.
- Fishing – walleye and wipers.
- Johnson Lake – busier lake next door.
Where to launch at Elwood Reservoir
- Public ramps – access areas on the lake.
Summer weekends are busy, so start early. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Elwood Reservoir
- Mornings are calmest for surfing.
- Display an orange flag when towing in Nebraska.
- Afternoon wind builds on open prairie lakes.
Nebraska boating rules to know
- Every boat must carry a wearable life jacket for each person. Children 12 and under must wear one on board, and everyone on a jet ski or being towed must wear one.
- Display an orange flag when you’re pulling skiers or tubers.
- On a jet ski equipped with a lanyard-type engine cut-off, the driver must wear it.
Map of Elwood Reservoir
Elwood Reservoir rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Elwood Reservoir?
Wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, water toys, and private charters with a driver-instructor — everything for a full day on the water.
Do I have to tow the boat to Elwood Reservoir myself?
No. Your rental is ready for you at Elwood Reservoir, so you don't need a truck or trailer.
Where is Elwood Reservoir?
At Elwood in Gosper County, just south of Johnson Lake in Nebraska.
Can you jet ski on Elwood Reservoir?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Elwood Reservoir.
How big is Elwood Reservoir?
About 1,300 acres.
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