Cranberry Lake is a state-owned lake of about 180 acres in Byram Township, Sussex County, just off Route 206.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Cranberry Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
It's been a summer lake community since the 1920s, with a water ski club, swimming beaches and Allamuchy Mountain State Park along its southern shore.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Cranberry Lake
Just show up and ride — your boat, jet skis and gear are ready at Cranberry 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 Cranberry Lake or pulling a tube.
- Private boat tours & lessons – a driver-instructor runs the boat and coaches first-timers and experienced riders alike.
- Water toys – tubes, lily pads, water trampolines, paddle boards and more to keep the whole group busy.
Book Now or call or text 1-888-594-6610 – we answer 7 a.m.–10 p.m. every day.
Cranberry Lake at a glance
| Location | Byram Township, Sussex County |
|---|---|
| Size | About 180 acres |
| Owner | State of New Jersey |
| Park | Allamuchy Mountain State Park |
| Speed limit | 35 mph |
| Region | New Jersey Highlands |
Best things to do on Cranberry Lake
- Water skiing and tubing – open water at least 200 feet from shore, docks and other boats.
- Wakesurfing – open water at least 200 feet from shore, docks and other boats.
- Jet skiing – open water more than 100 feet from shore, from sunrise to sunset.
- Swimming – beaches around the lake.
Where to launch at Cranberry Lake
- Public launch – the state ramp off South Shore Road at Allamuchy Mountain State Park, open sunrise to sunset.
Keep to 35 mph, run counterclockwise when you're up to speed, and slow to 5 mph before sunrise and after sunset. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Cranberry Lake
- Mornings are calmest for surfing.
- New Jersey requires an observer besides the driver whenever you tow a skier or tuber, and a mirror doesn't count.
- Kids 12 and under must wear a life jacket on any boat that's underway in New Jersey.
New Jersey boating rules to know
- Every boat needs a wearable life jacket for each person on board. Kids 12 and under must wear one whenever the boat is underway, and everyone on a jet ski or being towed must wear one.
- Anyone towing a skier, wakeboarder, wakesurfer or tuber needs an observer on board besides the driver, towing is allowed only from sunrise to sunset, and the boat, rope and rider keep at least 200 feet from docks, shore, swimmers and other boats.
- Jet skis can only run from sunrise to sunset in New Jersey, and they keep to minimum headway speed within 100 feet of the shore, swim areas, homes and people in the water.
- Slow to no-wake speed within 200 feet of any marina, dock or pier, and anywhere the lake is marked slow speed.
Map of Cranberry Lake
Cranberry Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Cranberry Lake?
Wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, water toys, and private charters with a driver-instructor — everything for a full day on the water.
Will my boat be at Cranberry Lake when I arrive?
Yes. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Cranberry Lake, so there's nothing to tow.
Where is Cranberry Lake?
In Byram Township in Sussex County, New Jersey, off Route 206 and a few minutes from Lake Hopatcong.
Can you jet ski on Cranberry Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Cranberry Lake.
How big is Cranberry Lake?
About 180 acres.
Is there a speed limit on Cranberry Lake?
Yes. It's 35 mph, and boats run counterclockwise at speed and slow to 5 mph before sunrise and after sunset.