Most New Jersey lakes limit motors, but Lake Hopatcong, Greenwood Lake and Cranberry Lake in the northern Highlands are open for full-power boating, skiing, surfing and jet skiing.
We rent MasterCraft surf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys at New Jersey lakes, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Pick your lake below for local tips, launch info and rules.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals in New Jersey
Everything you rent is ready for you at the lake — no truck, no trailer and no towing required.
- MasterCraft surf boat rentals – premium wakesurf and wakeboard boats with boards, skis and tubes on board.
- Sea-Doo jet ski rentals – late-model Sea-Doos for one to three riders.
- Captained charters – sit back while our captain drives, or learn to wakesurf and wakeboard with one-on-one coaching.
- Water toys – tubes, lily pads and paddle boards for the whole group.
Book Now or call or text 1-888-594-6610 – we answer 7 a.m.–10 p.m. every day.
New Jersey Highlands
- Lake Hopatcong – Morris and Sussex counties, about 2,500 acres.
- Cranberry Lake – Byram Township, Sussex County, about 180 acres.
- Greenwood Lake – West Milford, Passaic County, about 1,900 acres (both states).
New Jersey boat rental FAQ
Do I need a truck or trailer to rent a boat in New Jersey?
No. Your boat, jet skis and water toys are ready for you at the lake, so there’s nothing to tow.
Which New Jersey lakes are best for wakesurfing?
Big, deep lakes like Lake Hopatcong, Greenwood Lake and Cranberry Lake are favorites. Mornings usually have the calmest water.
Can I ride a jet ski on these New Jersey lakes?
Most lakes on this page allow jet skis. Some have local speed limits or no-wake zones, and each lake page spells out the local rules.
When is boating season in New Jersey?
New Jersey lake season runs from Memorial Day through mid-September, with the warmest water from July into August. Jet skis run only from sunrise to sunset, and skiing and wakesurfing keep 200 feet from shore, docks and other boats.
How do I book?
Book online or call or text 1-888-594-6610. We answer from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. every day.