Harveys Lake is a glacial lake of about 621 acres in Luzerne County, the largest natural lake in Pennsylvania by volume.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Harveys Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
Wooded hills surround it, a paved road circles the whole shore, and the lake sits entirely within the borough of Harveys Lake.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Harveys Lake
Everything you rent is ready for you at Harveys Lake — no truck, no trailer and no towing required.
- MasterCraft boat rentals – roomy premium boats with surf boards, wakeboards and tubes, so the whole group can ride at Harveys Lake.
- Jet ski rentals – late-model Sea-Doos for one to three riders, great for cruising Harveys Lake or pulling a tube.
- Boat tours with a driver – great for celebrations, families and anyone who wants surf or ski lessons on Harveys Lake.
- Tubes, paddle boards and floats – extras that turn a boat day at Harveys Lake 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.
Harveys Lake at a glance
| Location | Luzerne County |
|---|---|
| Size | About 621 acres |
| Type | Glacial lake |
| Rank | Largest natural lake in PA by volume |
| Borough | Harveys Lake |
| Outlet | Harveys Creek |
Best things to do on Harveys Lake
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Wakesurfing – calm water on still mornings.
- Jet skiing – open water and quiet coves.
- Lap cruising – a full loop of the lake.
Where to launch at Harveys Lake
- Public launch – ramp on the lake.
No wakes after dusk on Harveys Lake, so finish your watersports before dark. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Harveys Lake
- 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 Harveys Lake
Harveys Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Harveys 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 Harveys Lake when I arrive?
Yes. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Harveys Lake, so there's nothing to tow.
Where is Harveys Lake?
In Luzerne County in northeast Pennsylvania, northwest of Wilkes-Barre.
Can you jet ski on Harveys Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Harveys Lake.
How big is Harveys Lake?
About 621 acres, the largest natural lake in Pennsylvania by volume.
Is there a rule about wakes after dark?
Yes. Making a wake after dusk isn't allowed on Harveys Lake.