Upper Saranac Lake is a lake of about 5,000 acres, the largest of the Saranac Lakes, in Franklin County in the northern Adirondacks.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Upper Saranac Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
It's about 8 miles long with wooded islands, rocky points and old Adirondack great camps along the shore.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Upper Saranac Lake
Your rentals are waiting for you at Upper Saranac Lake, so there's no truck, no trailer and no towing to worry about.
- MasterCraft boat rentals – roomy premium boats with surf boards, wakeboards and tubes, so the whole group can ride at Upper Saranac Lake.
- Sea-Doo rentals – rent a single jet ski or several for your group's day on Upper Saranac Lake.
- Boat tours & private charters – relax while an experienced driver-instructor handles the boat, with wakesurf, wakeboard and ski lessons for every level.
- 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.
Upper Saranac Lake at a glance
| Location | Santa Clara and Harrietstown |
|---|---|
| Size | About 5,000 acres |
| Length | About 8 miles |
| County | Franklin |
| Neighbors | Middle and Lower Saranac |
| Region | Tri-Lakes, Adirondacks |
Best things to do on Upper 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 hopping – wooded islands and quiet bays to explore.
Where to launch at Upper Saranac Lake
- Public launch – the state ramp in Santa Clara off Route 30 on the north end of the 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 Upper 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 Upper Saranac Lake
Upper Saranac Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Upper 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.
Will my boat be at Upper Saranac Lake when I arrive?
Yes. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Upper Saranac Lake, so there's nothing to tow.
Where is Upper Saranac Lake?
In Franklin County in the northern Adirondacks, west of the village of Saranac Lake.
Can you jet ski on Upper Saranac Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Upper Saranac Lake.
How big is Upper Saranac Lake?
About 5,000 acres and about 8 miles long.
Is Upper Saranac connected to the other Saranac Lakes?
Not for powerboats. Middle and Lower Saranac connect through the Saranac River and a lock, but Upper Saranac sits on its own above them.