Lake Hopatcong is the largest freshwater lake in New Jersey, covering about 2,500 acres along the Morris and Sussex county line.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Lake Hopatcong, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
It's about 9 miles long with roughly 45 miles of shoreline, lined by the towns of Hopatcong, Jefferson, Mount Arlington and Roxbury, and it's the rare New Jersey lake with restaurants and bars you can reach by boat.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Lake Hopatcong
No truck or trailer needed: everything you rent is ready and waiting at Lake Hopatcong.
- MasterCraft wakesurf & wakeboard boat rentals – premium surf boats seating 12 to 18, with surf boards, wakeboards, skis and tubes available.
- Sea-Doo jet ski rentals – rent one or a pair, including 3-seat models that can tow a tube or skier.
- Private boat tours & lessons – a driver-instructor runs the boat and coaches first-timers and experienced riders alike.
- Tubes, paddle boards and floats – extras that turn a boat day at Lake Hopatcong 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.
Lake Hopatcong at a glance
| Location | Morris and Sussex counties |
|---|---|
| Size | About 2,500 acres |
| Length | About 9 miles |
| Shoreline | About 45 miles |
| Max depth | About 58 feet |
| Park | Hopatcong State Park |
Best things to do on Lake Hopatcong
- 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.
- Dock and dine – lakeside restaurants and bars you can boat to.
Where to launch at Lake Hopatcong
- Public launch – the ramp at Hopatcong State Park at the south end of the lake.
On summer weekends and holidays the limit is 30 mph, it's 10 mph from sunset to sunrise, and boats keep to 5 mph within 100 feet of shore, docks and swimmers. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Lake Hopatcong
- 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 Lake Hopatcong
Lake Hopatcong rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Lake Hopatcong?
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 Lake Hopatcong myself?
No. Your rental is ready for you at Lake Hopatcong, so you don't need a truck or trailer.
Where is Lake Hopatcong?
In northern New Jersey on the Morris and Sussex county line, about an hour from New York City.
Can you jet ski on Lake Hopatcong?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Lake Hopatcong.
How big is Lake Hopatcong?
About 2,500 acres and about 9 miles long, the largest lake in New Jersey.
Are there skiing limits on Lake Hopatcong?
Yes. From May 15 to September 15, there's no skiing from 11am to 5pm on weekends and holidays in Byram, Woodport and Henderson coves and around Raccoon and Halsey islands.