Raquette Lake is a lake of about 5,500 acres in Hamilton County, one of the largest natural lakes in the Adirondacks.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Raquette Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
Its long, irregular shoreline winds through bays and points past historic great camps, and it's the source of the Raquette River.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Raquette Lake
Your rentals are waiting for you at Raquette Lake, so there's no truck, no trailer and no towing to worry about.
- Wakesurf and ski boat rentals – MasterCraft boats seating 12 to 18, set up for a full day of surfing, skiing and tubing on Raquette Lake.
- Sea-Doo rentals – rent a single jet ski or several for your group's day on Raquette Lake.
- Captained charters – sit back and enjoy Raquette Lake while our captain drives, or learn to wakesurf with one-on-one coaching.
- Water toys – tubes, lily pads, water trampolines, paddle boards and more to keep the whole group busy.
Book Now or call or text 1-888-594-6610 – we answer 7 a.m.–10 p.m. every day.
Raquette Lake at a glance
| Location | Long Lake and Arietta |
|---|---|
| Size | About 5,500 acres |
| River | Raquette River source |
| Known for | Historic great camps |
| County | Hamilton |
| Region | Central Adirondacks |
Best things to do on Raquette 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.
- Exploring – bays, points and great-camp shoreline.
Where to launch at Raquette Lake
- Launch – marina ramps in the hamlet of Raquette Lake, plus a hand launch at the Golden Beach state campground.
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 Raquette 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 Raquette Lake
Raquette Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Raquette Lake?
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 Raquette Lake, so there's no towing.
Where is Raquette Lake?
In Hamilton County in the central Adirondacks, along Route 28 between Inlet and Blue Mountain Lake.
Can you jet ski on Raquette Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Raquette Lake.
How big is Raquette Lake?
About 5,500 acres, one of the biggest natural lakes in the Adirondacks.
What are the great camps on Raquette Lake?
Rustic estates built by wealthy families in the late 1800s, and several still line the shore.