Lake Milton is a dam-built lake in Mahoning County, west of Youngstown in northeast Ohio, with Lake Milton State Park on its shore.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Lake Milton, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
The state park covers about 1,700 acres and offers boating, swimming and fishing, plus trails and a beach close to the water.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Lake Milton
Your rentals are waiting for you at Lake Milton, so there's no truck, no trailer and no towing to worry about.
- MasterCraft surf boat rentals – big, clean wakes for surfing and wakeboarding at Lake Milton, 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.
- Captained charters – sit back and enjoy Lake Milton 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 Milton at a glance
| Location | Lake Milton, Mahoning County |
|---|---|
| Park | Lake Milton State Park |
| Park size | About 1,700 acres |
| Formed by | A dam |
| Nearby city | Youngstown |
| Region | Northeast Ohio |
Best things to do on Lake Milton
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Wakesurfing – calm water on still mornings.
- Jet skiing – open water and quiet coves.
- Beach stops – the state park beach.
Where to launch at Lake Milton
- Lake Milton State Park – public launches 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 Lake Milton
- 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 Milton
Lake Milton rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Lake Milton?
Premium MasterCraft surf and ski boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, tubes, lily pads and paddle boards, and captained boat tours with lessons.
Do I have to tow the boat to Lake Milton myself?
No. Your rental is ready for you at Lake Milton, so you don't need a truck or trailer.
Where is Lake Milton?
In Mahoning County in northeast Ohio, just west of Youngstown off I-76.
Can you jet ski on Lake Milton?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Lake Milton.
Is there a state park on Lake Milton?
Yes. Lake Milton State Park offers boating, swimming, fishing and trails.
Is Lake Milton close to Youngstown?
Yes. It's a short drive west of the city.