Delaware Lake is a 1,330-acre lake on the Olentangy River in Delaware State Park, about 5 miles north of the city of Delaware on US 23.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Delaware Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
The Army Corps of Engineers finished the dam in 1951, the lake has no horsepower limit, and it's a quieter alternative to busy Alum Creek next door.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Delaware Lake
Just show up and ride — your boat, jet skis and gear are ready at Delaware Lake with no towing required.
- MasterCraft surf boat rentals – big, clean wakes for surfing and wakeboarding at Delaware Lake, with boards, skis and tubes on board.
- Sea-Doo rentals – rent a single jet ski or several for your group's day on Delaware Lake.
- 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.
Delaware Lake at a glance
| Location | North of Delaware |
|---|---|
| Size | About 1,330 acres |
| River | Olentangy River |
| Horsepower | Unlimited |
| Park | Delaware State Park |
| County | Delaware |
Best things to do on Delaware Lake
- Water skiing and tubing – the open, unlimited-horsepower water.
- Wakesurfing – calm water out in the open lake.
- Jet skiing – open water away from the no-wake zones.
- Beach stops – the park's 800-foot beach.
Where to launch at Delaware Lake
- State park marina – a two-lane ramp mid-lake on the west side.
- Horseshoe Road ramp – a two-lane ramp on the east side.
- Southwest ramp – a ramp near the south end of 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 Delaware Lake
- Mornings are calmest for surfing.
- Ohio requires an observer besides the driver when towing.
- Jet skis can't run between sunset and sunrise in Ohio.
Ohio boating rules to know
- Every boat needs a wearable life jacket for each person on board. Children under 10 must wear one on boats under 18 feet, 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 between sunset and 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 and shore zones, and slow down near docks, marinas and swimmers.
Map of Delaware Lake
Delaware Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Delaware Lake?
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 Delaware Lake, so there's no towing.
Where is Delaware Lake?
In Delaware State Park, about 5 miles north of Delaware on US 23 and about 30 minutes north of Columbus.
Can you jet ski on Delaware Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Delaware Lake.
How big is Delaware Lake?
About 1,330 acres.
Is there a horsepower limit on Delaware Lake?
No. Delaware Lake allows unlimited horsepower boating.