Lake Ontario is the last of the Great Lakes, and New York's south shore runs along it past Rochester to the Thousand Islands.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Lake Ontario, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
Sodus Bay, halfway between Rochester and Syracuse, is a sheltered bay about 4.4 miles long behind a barrier beach, with 12 marinas and a public beach.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Lake Ontario
Your rentals are waiting for you at Lake Ontario, 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 Ontario, with boards, skis and tubes on board.
- Jet ski rentals – late-model Sea-Doos for one to three riders, great for cruising Lake Ontario or pulling a tube.
- Private boat tours & lessons – a driver-instructor runs the boat and coaches first-timers and experienced riders alike.
- Water toy rentals – add tubes, floating lily pads, paddle boards or a water trampoline to your day.
Book Now or call or text 1-888-594-6610 – we answer 7 a.m.–10 p.m. every day.
Lake Ontario at a glance
| Location | New York's south shore |
|---|---|
| Sheltered bay | Sodus Bay |
| Bay size | 4.4 by 2.4 miles |
| Bay marinas | 12 |
| Nearby cities | Rochester, Syracuse |
| Also in | Ontario, Canada |
Best things to do on Lake Ontario
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Wakesurfing – calm water on still mornings.
- Jet skiing – open water and quiet coves.
- Beach stops – the public beach on Sodus Bay.
Where to launch at Lake Ontario
- Sodus Bay – public access sites and marinas.
Open-lake waves build fast in the wind, so stay in Sodus Bay on breezy days. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Lake Ontario
- 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 Ontario
Lake Ontario rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Lake Ontario?
Wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, water toys, and private charters with a driver-instructor — everything for a full day on the water.
Do I have to tow the boat to Lake Ontario myself?
No. Your rental is ready for you at Lake Ontario, so you don't need a truck or trailer.
Where can I boat on Lake Ontario in New York?
Along the south shore, especially on sheltered Sodus Bay between Rochester and Syracuse.
Can you jet ski on Lake Ontario?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Lake Ontario.
Is Sodus Bay calmer than the open lake?
Usually, yes. A barrier beach shelters the bay from open-lake waves.
How big is Sodus Bay?
About 4.4 miles long and 2.4 miles across.