Schroon Lake is a 4,100-acre lake about 9 miles long in the southeastern Adirondacks, shared by the towns of Schroon, Horicon and Chester.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Schroon Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
It's up to 152 feet deep with nearly 24 miles of shoreline, and the hamlet of Schroon Lake on the north end has a town beach and a lakeside main street.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Schroon Lake
Your rentals are waiting for you at Schroon Lake, so there's no truck, no trailer and no towing to worry about.
- MasterCraft wakesurf & wakeboard boat rentals – premium surf boats seating 12 to 18, with surf boards, wakeboards, skis and tubes available.
- Jet ski rentals – late-model Sea-Doos for one to three riders, great for cruising Schroon Lake or pulling a tube.
- 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.
Schroon Lake at a glance
| Location | Warren and Essex counties |
|---|---|
| Size | About 4,100 acres |
| Length | About 9 miles |
| Max depth | 152 feet |
| Shoreline | About 24 miles |
| Region | Southeastern Adirondacks |
Best things to do on Schroon 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.
- Fishing – lake trout, salmon and bass.
Where to launch at Schroon Lake
- Public launches – the state ramp off Route 62 in Horicon at the south end and the town ramp on Dock Street in Schroon Lake.
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 Schroon 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 Schroon Lake
Schroon Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Schroon 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 have to tow the boat to Schroon Lake myself?
No. Your rental is ready for you at Schroon Lake, so you don't need a truck or trailer.
Where is Schroon Lake?
In the southeastern Adirondacks, just off I-87 at Exits 26 to 28, between Pottersville and the hamlet of Schroon Lake.
Can you jet ski on Schroon Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Schroon Lake.
How big is Schroon Lake?
About 4,100 acres and about 9 miles long.
How deep is Schroon Lake?
Up to 152 feet, with an average depth of about 56 feet.