Lake Erie is the shallowest and warmest of the Great Lakes, and Ohio's north coast runs along it from Toledo past Sandusky and Cleveland to the Pennsylvania line.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Lake Erie, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
The Lake Erie Islands off Port Clinton and Sandusky, including Kelleys Island and the Bass Islands with Put-in-Bay, are a classic summer boating trip.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Lake Erie
No truck or trailer needed: everything you rent is ready and waiting at Lake Erie.
- MasterCraft surf boat rentals – big, clean wakes for surfing and wakeboarding at Lake Erie, with boards, skis and tubes on board.
- Sea-Doo rentals – rent a single jet ski or several for your group's day on Lake Erie.
- Private boat tours & lessons – a driver-instructor runs the boat and coaches first-timers and experienced riders alike.
- Tubes, paddle boards and floats – extras that turn a boat day at Lake Erie into a full beach party.
Book Now or call or text 1-888-594-6610 – we answer 7 a.m.–10 p.m. every day.
Lake Erie at a glance
| Location | Ohio's north coast |
|---|---|
| Towns | Port Clinton, Sandusky, Cleveland |
| Islands | Kelleys Island, Bass Islands |
| Island town | Put-in-Bay |
| Known as | Shallowest, warmest Great Lake |
| Also in | Pennsylvania, New York, Michigan |
Best things to do on Lake Erie
- Island hopping – Put-in-Bay and Kelleys Island on calm days.
- Jet skiing – protected bays near Sandusky and Port Clinton.
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Sunset cruises – sunsets over open water.
Where to launch at Lake Erie
- Harbor launches – public ramps around Port Clinton, Sandusky and Catawba Island.
Lake Erie builds waves fast in the wind, so check the marine forecast and go out on calm days. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Lake Erie
- 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 Lake Erie
Lake Erie rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Lake Erie?
Premium MasterCraft surf and ski boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, tubes, lily pads and paddle boards, and captained boat tours with lessons.
Will my boat be at Lake Erie when I arrive?
Yes. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Lake Erie, so there's nothing to tow.
Where can I boat on Lake Erie in Ohio?
Along Ohio's north coast, especially around Port Clinton, Catawba Island, Sandusky and the Lake Erie Islands.
Can you jet ski on Lake Erie?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Lake Erie.
Can you take a boat to Put-in-Bay?
Yes. Put-in-Bay on South Bass Island is a short run from Catawba Island and Port Clinton on a calm day.
Does Lake Erie get rough?
It can. Because it's shallow, waves build quickly in the wind, so check the marine forecast and go out on calm days.
Do you rent on Lake Erie in Pennsylvania too?
Yes. We also have rentals ready at Erie and Presque Isle Bay, and it has its own page.