Lake Erie runs along western New York from Buffalo south past Dunkirk to the Pennsylvania line.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Lake Erie, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
It's the shallowest and warmest of the Great Lakes, so summer water warms up fast, but waves also build quickly in the wind.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Lake Erie
Your rentals are waiting for you at Lake Erie, 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 Lake Erie, with boards, skis and tubes on board.
- Sea-Doo rentals – rent a single jet ski or several for your group's day on Lake Erie.
- Private boat tours & lessons – a driver-instructor runs the boat and coaches first-timers and experienced riders alike.
- 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.
Lake Erie at a glance
| Location | Western New York |
|---|---|
| Towns | Buffalo, Dunkirk |
| Known as | Shallowest Great Lake |
| Water | Warms up fast |
| Outlet | Niagara River |
| Also in | PA, OH, MI |
Best things to do on Lake Erie
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Wakesurfing – calm water on still mornings.
- Jet skiing – open water and quiet coves.
- Harbor cruising – sheltered harbor water on windy days.
Where to launch at Lake Erie
- Harbor launches – public ramps at Buffalo and Dunkirk.
Waves build fast in the wind, so check the marine forecast and go out on calm days. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Lake Erie
- 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 Lake Erie
Lake Erie rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Lake Erie?
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 Lake Erie, so there's no towing.
Where can I boat on Lake Erie in New York?
Along the western New York shore, around Buffalo and Dunkirk.
Can you jet ski on Lake Erie?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Lake Erie.
Does Lake Erie get rough?
It can. Because it's shallow, waves build quickly in the wind, so go out on calm days.
Do you rent on Lake Erie in Pennsylvania and Ohio too?
Yes. We also have rentals ready at Erie, Pennsylvania and on Ohio's north coast.