Great Sacandaga Lake is a 29-mile-long reservoir in the southern Adirondack Park, covering about 41.7 square miles at full pool.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Sacandaga, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
It was made by damming the Sacandaga River for flood control, and its broad south end sits northeast of Johnstown and Gloversville.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Sacandaga
Just show up and ride — your boat, jet skis and gear are ready at Sacandaga with no towing required.
- 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.
- Captained charters – sit back and enjoy Sacandaga while our captain drives, or learn to wakesurf with one-on-one coaching.
- Tubes, paddle boards and floats – extras that turn a boat day at Sacandaga 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.
Sacandaga at a glance
| Location | Fulton and Saratoga counties |
|---|---|
| Length | About 29 miles |
| Size | About 41.7 square miles |
| River | Sacandaga River |
| Park | Adirondack Park |
| Former name | Sacandaga Reservoir |
Best things to do on Sacandaga
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Wakesurfing – calm water on still mornings.
- Jet skiing – open water and quiet coves.
- Cove cruising – long arms and quiet coves.
Where to launch at Sacandaga
- 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 Sacandaga
- 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 Great Sacandaga Lake
Sacandaga rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Sacandaga?
Premium MasterCraft surf and ski boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, tubes, lily pads and paddle boards, and captained boat tours with lessons.
Will my boat be at Sacandaga when I arrive?
Yes. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Sacandaga, so there's nothing to tow.
Where is Great Sacandaga Lake?
In the southern Adirondack Park, in Fulton and Saratoga counties, northeast of Johnstown and Gloversville.
Can you jet ski on Great Sacandaga Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Great Sacandaga Lake.
How big is Great Sacandaga Lake?
About 41.7 square miles at full pool and about 29 miles long.
Is it a natural lake?
No. It's a reservoir made by damming the Sacandaga River.