East Branch Clarion River Lake, or East Branch Lake, is a Corps of Engineers reservoir at Elk State Park in Elk County, in the Pennsylvania Wilds.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on East Branch, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
The dam on the East Branch of the Clarion River was finished in 1952 for flood control, and forested hills surround the lake.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at East Branch
Just show up and ride — your boat, jet skis and gear are ready at East Branch with no towing required.
- MasterCraft surf boat rentals – big, clean wakes for surfing and wakeboarding at East Branch, 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.
- Tubes, paddle boards and floats – extras that turn a boat day at East Branch 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.
East Branch at a glance
| Location | Elk State Park |
|---|---|
| County | Elk County |
| River | East Branch Clarion River |
| Dam finished | 1952 |
| Built by | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
| Region | Pennsylvania Wilds |
Best things to do on East Branch
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Wakesurfing – calm water on still mornings.
- Jet skiing – open water and quiet coves.
- Forest cruising – quiet, wooded shoreline.
Where to launch at East Branch
- Elk State Park – launch 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 East Branch
- Mornings are calmest for surfing.
- Pennsylvania requires an observer besides the driver when towing.
- Stay at slow, no-wake speed within 100 feet of shore in Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania boating rules to know
- Every boat needs a wearable life jacket for each person on board. Children 12 and under must wear one on boats 20 feet or less, and everyone on a jet ski or being towed must wear one. Inflatable life jackets don't count for jet skis or towing.
- Towing a skier, wakeboarder or tuber requires a competent observer besides the driver, and towing isn't allowed between sunset and sunrise. Wakesurfing is only allowed behind boats built for it, like our MasterCraft inboards.
- Jet skis can't be operated between sunset and sunrise, and the engine cut-off lanyard must be attached to the driver.
- Stay at slow, no-wake speed within 100 feet of the shoreline, docks, launch ramps, swimmers, downed skiers and anchored boats.
Map of East Branch Clarion River Lake
East Branch rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at East Branch?
MasterCraft wakesurf and wakeboard boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, water toys like tubes and lily pads, and private boat tours with lessons.
Do I have to tow the boat to East Branch myself?
No. Your rental is ready for you at East Branch, so you don't need a truck or trailer.
Where is East Branch Clarion River Lake?
At Elk State Park in Elk County, in the Pennsylvania Wilds region.
Can you jet ski on East Branch Clarion River Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on East Branch Clarion River Lake.
Who built East Branch Lake?
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, finishing the dam in 1952.
Is there a horsepower limit?
No. The lake is open to unlimited horsepower.