Canandaigua Lake is the westernmost of the major Finger Lakes, in Ontario County, with the city of Canandaigua at its north end.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Canandaigua Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
The village of Naples sits just south of the lake, and its name comes from the Seneca word for "the chosen spot."
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Canandaigua Lake
Everything you rent is ready for you at Canandaigua Lake — no truck, no trailer and no towing required.
- MasterCraft surf boat rentals – big, clean wakes for surfing and wakeboarding at Canandaigua Lake, with boards, skis and tubes on board.
- Jet ski rentals – late-model Sea-Doos for one to three riders, great for cruising Canandaigua Lake or pulling a tube.
- Captained charters – sit back and enjoy Canandaigua Lake while our captain drives, or learn to wakesurf with one-on-one coaching.
- Water toys and towables – tubes, lily pads and paddle boards for kids and grown-ups alike.
Book Now or call or text 1-888-594-6610 – we answer 7 a.m.–10 p.m. every day.
Canandaigua Lake at a glance
| Location | Ontario County |
|---|---|
| North end | City of Canandaigua |
| South end | Near Naples |
| Rank | 4th-largest Finger Lake |
| Name | "The chosen spot" |
| Region | Western Finger Lakes |
Best things to do on Canandaigua Lake
- Wakesurfing – calm water on still mornings.
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Jet skiing – open water and quiet coves.
- Winery stops – lakeside wineries along the shore.
Where to launch at Canandaigua Lake
- Public launches – ramps around the lake.
Summer weekends are busy, so start early. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Canandaigua Lake
- Mornings are calmest for surfing.
- New York requires an observer at least 10 years old besides the driver when towing.
- Jet skis and towing are daylight-only in New York.
New York boating rules to know
- Every boat needs a wearable life jacket for each person on board. Children under 12 must wear one while the boat is underway unless they're in an enclosed cabin, and everyone on a jet ski or being towed must wear one. Inflatable life jackets don't count for jet skis or towing.
- Towing a skier, wakeboarder or tuber requires an observer at least 10 years old besides the driver, and towing is only allowed between sunrise and sunset.
- Jet skis can only run between sunrise and sunset, the engine cut-off lanyard must be attached to the driver, and some lakes and towns add their own jet ski limits near shore.
- Keep to 5 mph near shore, docks, rafts and anchored boats, and follow each lake's posted speed limits, often 45 mph by day and 25 mph at night.
Map of Canandaigua Lake
Canandaigua Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Canandaigua Lake?
Premium MasterCraft surf and ski boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, tubes, lily pads and paddle boards, and captained boat tours with lessons.
Do I have to tow the boat to Canandaigua Lake myself?
No. Your rental is ready for you at Canandaigua Lake, so you don't need a truck or trailer.
Where is Canandaigua Lake?
In Ontario County in western New York, with the city of Canandaigua at the north end.
Can you jet ski on Canandaigua Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Canandaigua Lake.
What does Canandaigua mean?
It comes from the Seneca name meaning "the chosen spot."
Is Canandaigua Lake busy?
Summer weekends are busy. Weekday mornings are the calmest time on the water.