Dillon Lake is a 1,736-acre reservoir in Muskingum County, completed in 1961 mainly for flood control, just northwest of Zanesville.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Dillon Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
It's named for Moses Dillon, and Dillon State Park sits along its shore.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Dillon Lake
Just show up and ride — your boat, jet skis and gear are ready at Dillon Lake with no towing required.
- MasterCraft surf boat rentals – big, clean wakes for surfing and wakeboarding at Dillon Lake, with boards, skis and tubes on board.
- Sea-Doo jet ski rentals – rent one or a pair, including 3-seat models that can tow a tube or skier.
- Private boat tours & lessons – a driver-instructor runs the boat and coaches first-timers and experienced riders alike.
- 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.
Dillon Lake at a glance
| Location | Northwest of Zanesville |
|---|---|
| Size | About 1,736 acres |
| Completed | 1961 |
| Purpose | Flood control and recreation |
| Named for | Moses Dillon |
| Park | Dillon State Park |
Best things to do on Dillon Lake
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Wakesurfing – calm water on still mornings.
- Jet skiing – open water and quiet coves.
- Cove stops – quiet coves on the wooded shore.
Where to launch at Dillon Lake
- Dillon State Park – public ramps on 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 Dillon 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 Dillon Lake
Dillon Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Dillon 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 Dillon Lake when I arrive?
Yes. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Dillon Lake, so there's nothing to tow.
Where is Dillon Lake?
In Muskingum County, just northwest of Zanesville.
Can you jet ski on Dillon Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Dillon Lake.
How big is Dillon Lake?
About 1,736 acres.
When was Dillon Lake built?
It was completed in 1961.