Indian Lake is a long Adirondack lake of about 4,300 acres in Hamilton County, stretching south from the hamlet of Indian Lake.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Indian Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
It's dotted with state-owned islands with campsites, and the Indian River flows out of its north end toward the Hudson River.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Indian Lake
No truck or trailer needed: everything you rent is ready and waiting at Indian Lake.
- MasterCraft boat rentals – roomy premium boats with surf boards, wakeboards and tubes, so the whole group can ride at Indian Lake.
- 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 Indian 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.
Indian Lake at a glance
| Location | Indian Lake and Lake Pleasant |
|---|---|
| Size | About 4,300 acres |
| County | Hamilton |
| Islands | State campsite islands |
| River | Indian River |
| Region | Central Adirondacks |
Best things to do on Indian Lake
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Wakesurfing – calm water out in the middle of the lake.
- Jet skiing – open water away from shore, docks and swimmers.
- Fishing – bass and northern pike.
Where to launch at Indian Lake
- Public launch – the state ramp at the Indian Lake Islands campground and day use area off Route 30.
Keep to 5 mph within 100 feet of shore, docks and anchored boats, and give paddlers plenty of room in the bays. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Indian 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 Indian Lake
Indian Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Indian Lake?
MasterCraft wakesurf and wakeboard boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, water toys like tubes and lily pads, and private boat tours with lessons.
Do I need a truck to tow the boat?
No. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Indian Lake, so there's no towing.
Where is Indian Lake?
In Hamilton County in the central Adirondacks, south of the hamlet of Indian Lake along Route 30.
Can you jet ski on Indian Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Indian Lake.
How big is Indian Lake?
About 4,300 acres.
Where do you launch on Indian Lake?
At the state ramp at the Indian Lake Islands campground and day use area off Route 30.