Lower Saranac Lake is a lake of about 2,300 acres just west of the village of Saranac Lake in the northern Adirondacks.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Lower Saranac 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, and the Saranac River links it to Middle Saranac Lake upstream and Lake Flower in the village.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Lower Saranac Lake
Just show up and ride — your boat, jet skis and gear are ready at Lower Saranac Lake with no towing required.
- MasterCraft boat rentals – roomy premium boats with surf boards, wakeboards and tubes, so the whole group can ride at Lower Saranac Lake.
- Sea-Doo jet ski rentals – quick, easy-to-ride watercraft for exploring every cove of Lower Saranac Lake.
- 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.
Lower Saranac Lake at a glance
| Location | Harrietstown, Franklin County |
|---|---|
| Size | About 2,300 acres |
| Islands | Dozens of wooded islands |
| River | Saranac River |
| Nearby | Village of Saranac Lake |
| Region | Tri-Lakes, Adirondacks |
Best things to do on Lower Saranac 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.
- Island picnics – wooded islands all over the lake.
Where to launch at Lower Saranac Lake
- Public launch – the state ramp at Second Pond off Route 3, at the Saranac Lake Islands campground and day use area.
Go slow through the narrows and around the islands, where paddlers and campers are common. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Lower Saranac 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 Lower Saranac Lake
Lower Saranac Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Lower Saranac Lake?
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 Lower Saranac Lake myself?
No. Your rental is ready for you at Lower Saranac Lake, so you don't need a truck or trailer.
Where is Lower Saranac Lake?
Just west of the village of Saranac Lake in Franklin County, in the northern Adirondacks.
Can you jet ski on Lower Saranac Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Lower Saranac Lake.
How big is Lower Saranac Lake?
About 2,300 acres.
Where do you launch on Lower Saranac Lake?
At the state ramp on Second Pond off Route 3, which opens into the lake.