Lake Gaston is a 20,000-acre lake on the Roanoke River, about 35 miles long, stretching along the North Carolina–Virginia line near Littleton and Roanoke Rapids.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Lake Gaston, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
Its 350 miles of shoreline are lined with lake homes and coves, and steady water levels make it a favorite for skiing and wakesurfing.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Lake Gaston
Everything you rent is ready for you at Lake Gaston — no truck, no trailer and no towing required.
- Wakesurf and ski boat rentals – MasterCraft boats seating 12 to 18, set up for a full day of surfing, skiing and tubing on Lake Gaston.
- Sea-Doo rentals – rent a single jet ski or several for your group's day on Lake Gaston.
- Boat tours with a driver – great for celebrations, families and anyone who wants surf or ski lessons on Lake Gaston.
- 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.
Lake Gaston at a glance
| Location | Littleton and Roanoke Rapids |
|---|---|
| Size | About 20,000 acres |
| Length | About 35 miles |
| Shoreline | About 350 miles |
| Dam | Gaston Dam, 1963 |
| Also in | Virginia |
Best things to do on Lake Gaston
- Wakesurfing – calm coves with steady water levels.
- Water skiing and tubing – long open reaches.
- Jet skiing – coves and creek arms.
- Fishing – bass, stripers and crappie.
Where to launch at Lake Gaston
- Public ramps – Wildlife Commission access areas around the lake.
Summer weekends are busy, so start early. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Lake Gaston
- Mornings are calmest for surfing.
- North Carolina requires an observer besides the driver when towing.
- Jet skis can't run between sunset and sunrise in North Carolina.
North Carolina boating rules to know
- Every boat needs a wearable life jacket for each person on board. Children under 13 must wear one whenever the boat is underway, unless they're below deck or in an enclosed cabin, and everyone on a jet ski or being towed must wear one.
- Towing a skier, wakeboarder or tuber requires an observer besides the driver, and the person being towed must wear a life jacket. Towing isn't allowed from one hour after sunset to one hour before sunrise.
- Jet skis can't be operated between sunset and sunrise, and the engine cut-off lanyard must be attached to the driver.
- Keep to no-wake speed in posted no-wake zones, marinas and near docks and swimmers.
- Part of Lake Gaston is in Virginia, so Virginia boating rules apply across the state line.
Map of Lake Gaston
Lake Gaston rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Lake Gaston?
MasterCraft wakesurf and wakeboard boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, water toys like tubes and lily pads, and private boat tours with lessons.
Do I need a truck to tow the boat?
No. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Lake Gaston, so there's no towing.
Where is Lake Gaston?
On the North Carolina–Virginia line near Littleton and Roanoke Rapids.
Can you jet ski on Lake Gaston?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Lake Gaston.
How big is Lake Gaston?
About 20,000 acres, with roughly 350 miles of shoreline.
Does Lake Gaston's water level change much?
No. It stays fairly steady, which makes it great for skiing and surfing.
Do you rent on the Virginia side of Lake Gaston too?
Yes. We also have rentals ready on the Virginia side near South Hill, and it has its own page.