Sutherland Reservoir is a lake of about 3,000 acres just south of the town of Sutherland in Lincoln County, between North Platte and Lake McConaughy.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Sutherland Reservoir, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
Wide, open water and a state recreation area on the shore make it an easy stop just off I-80.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Sutherland Reservoir
No truck or trailer needed: everything you rent is ready and waiting at Sutherland Reservoir.
- MasterCraft boat rentals – roomy premium boats with surf boards, wakeboards and tubes, so the whole group can ride at Sutherland Reservoir.
- Sea-Doo rentals – rent a single jet ski or several for your group's day on Sutherland 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 Sutherland 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.
Sutherland Reservoir at a glance
| Location | Lincoln County |
|---|---|
| Size | About 3,000 acres |
| Town | Sutherland |
| Access | Just off I-80 |
| Park | Sutherland State Recreation Area |
| Known for | Big, open water |
Best things to do on Sutherland Reservoir
- Wakesurfing – calm mornings.
- Jet skiing – wide open water.
- Fishing – walleye and wipers.
- Lake McConaughy – more big water to the west.
Where to launch at Sutherland Reservoir
- Public ramps – state recreation area ramps.
Summer weekends are busy, so start early. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Sutherland 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 Sutherland Reservoir
Sutherland Reservoir rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Sutherland Reservoir?
Premium MasterCraft surf and ski boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, tubes, lily pads and paddle boards, and captained boat tours with lessons.
Will my boat be at Sutherland Reservoir when I arrive?
Yes. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Sutherland Reservoir, so there's nothing to tow.
Where is Sutherland Reservoir?
Just south of Sutherland in Lincoln County, Nebraska, off I-80.
Can you jet ski on Sutherland Reservoir?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Sutherland Reservoir.
How big is Sutherland Reservoir?
About 3,000 acres.
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