Cayuga Lake is the longest of the Finger Lakes, just under 39 miles long with more than 95 miles of shoreline in Cayuga, Seneca and Tompkins counties.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Cayuga Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
It's about 435 feet deep at its deepest and 3.5 miles wide near Aurora, with Ithaca at the south end.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Cayuga Lake
Your rentals are waiting for you at Cayuga Lake, so there's no truck, no trailer and no towing to worry about.
- MasterCraft surf boat rentals – big, clean wakes for surfing and wakeboarding at Cayuga Lake, with boards, skis and tubes on board.
- Sea-Doo rentals – rent a single jet ski or several for your group's day on Cayuga Lake.
- 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 Cayuga Lake 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.
Cayuga Lake at a glance
| Location | Ithaca and north |
|---|---|
| Length | Just under 39 miles |
| Shoreline | More than 95 miles |
| Max depth | About 435 feet |
| Widest | 3.5 miles near Aurora |
| Rank | Longest Finger Lake |
Best things to do on Cayuga 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 Cayuga 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 Cayuga 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 Cayuga Lake
Cayuga Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Cayuga 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 need a truck to tow the boat?
No. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Cayuga Lake, so there's no towing.
Where is Cayuga Lake?
In the Finger Lakes of central New York, with Ithaca at the south end.
Can you jet ski on Cayuga Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Cayuga Lake.
How long is Cayuga Lake?
Just under 39 miles, the longest of the Finger Lakes.
How deep is Cayuga Lake?
About 435 feet at its deepest point.