Otsego Lake is a 4,046-acre glacial lake in Otsego County, with the village of Cooperstown at its south end.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Otsego Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
It's the source of the Susquehanna River, Glimmerglass State Park sits on the northeast shore, and the Glimmerglass Opera is on the west side.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Otsego Lake
No truck or trailer needed: everything you rent is ready and waiting at Otsego Lake.
- MasterCraft wakesurf & wakeboard boat rentals – premium surf boats seating 12 to 18, with surf boards, wakeboards, skis and tubes available.
- Sea-Doo rentals – rent a single jet ski or several for your group's day on Otsego Lake.
- Captained charters – sit back and enjoy Otsego Lake while our captain drives, or learn to wakesurf with one-on-one coaching.
- 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.
Otsego Lake at a glance
| Location | Cooperstown |
|---|---|
| Size | About 4,046 acres |
| Type | Glacial lake |
| Outlet | Susquehanna River |
| Park | Glimmerglass State Park |
| County | Otsego County |
Best things to do on Otsego Lake
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Wakesurfing – calm water on still mornings.
- Jet skiing – open water and quiet coves.
- Scenic cruising – wooded hills and historic Cooperstown.
Where to launch at Otsego Lake
- Public launches – village and park ramps on the lake.
Stay at 5 mph within 200 feet of shore, docks and anchored boats. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Otsego 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 Otsego Lake
Otsego Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Otsego Lake?
Wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, water toys, and private charters with a driver-instructor — everything for a full day on the water.
Will my boat be at Otsego Lake when I arrive?
Yes. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Otsego Lake, so there's nothing to tow.
Where is Otsego Lake?
In Otsego County in central New York, with Cooperstown at the south end.
Can you jet ski on Otsego Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Otsego Lake.
How big is Otsego Lake?
About 4,046 acres.
Is there a shoreline speed limit?
Yes. Boats must stay at 5 mph within 200 feet of the shoreline, docks and anchored boats.