Lake Rhodhiss is a lake of about 3,000 acres on the Catawba River between Morganton, Valdese and Lenoir, in Burke and Caldwell counties.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Lake Rhodhiss, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
It's a quiet foothills lake with wooded shores and about 90 miles of shoreline, between Lake James upstream and Lake Hickory downstream.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Lake Rhodhiss
Your rentals are waiting for you at Lake Rhodhiss, 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 Lake Rhodhiss.
- Sea-Doo jet ski rentals – rent one or a pair, including 3-seat models that can tow a tube or skier.
- Captained charters – sit back and enjoy Lake Rhodhiss 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.
Lake Rhodhiss at a glance
| Location | Morganton, Valdese and Lenoir |
|---|---|
| Size | About 3,000 acres |
| Shoreline | About 90 miles |
| River | Catawba River |
| Owner | Duke Energy |
| Setting | Foothills |
Best things to do on Lake Rhodhiss
- Wakesurfing – quiet coves on calm mornings.
- Water skiing and tubing – open stretches of the main lake.
- Jet skiing – wooded coves.
- Fishing – bass and crappie.
Where to launch at Lake Rhodhiss
- Public access areas – Duke Energy ramps around the lake.
Weekday mornings are the quietest time on the water. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Lake Rhodhiss
- 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.
Map of Lake Rhodhiss
Lake Rhodhiss rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Lake Rhodhiss?
Wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, water toys, and private charters with a driver-instructor — everything for a full day on the water.
Do I have to tow the boat to Lake Rhodhiss myself?
No. Your rental is ready for you at Lake Rhodhiss, so you don't need a truck or trailer.
Where is Lake Rhodhiss?
Between Morganton, Valdese and Lenoir in the North Carolina foothills.
Can you jet ski on Lake Rhodhiss?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Lake Rhodhiss.
How big is Lake Rhodhiss?
About 3,000 acres.
Is Lake Rhodhiss busy?
It's usually quiet compared with the bigger Catawba River lakes.