Youghiogheny River Lake is a 16-mile-long Corps of Engineers lake in the Laurel Highlands, crossing the Mason-Dixon Line from Pennsylvania into Maryland.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Youghiogheny, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
With channels up to half a mile wide, boaters call it the best power boating and water-skiing lake in southwestern Pennsylvania, and fall color peaks in early October.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Youghiogheny
Your rentals are waiting for you at Youghiogheny, so there's no truck, no trailer and no towing to worry about.
- Wakesurf and ski boat rentals – MasterCraft boats seating 12 to 18, set up for a full day of surfing, skiing and tubing on Youghiogheny.
- 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 Youghiogheny 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.
Youghiogheny at a glance
| Location | Near Confluence |
|---|---|
| Length | About 16 miles |
| Width | Up to half a mile |
| Region | Laurel Highlands |
| Built by | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
| Also in | Maryland |
Best things to do on Youghiogheny
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Wakesurfing – calm water on still mornings.
- Jet skiing – open water and quiet coves.
- Scenic cruising – fall color in early October.
Where to launch at Youghiogheny
- Corps launches – public ramps on the lake.
Summer weekends are busy, so start early. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Youghiogheny
- 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 Youghiogheny River Lake
Youghiogheny rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Youghiogheny?
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 Youghiogheny when I arrive?
Yes. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Youghiogheny, so there's nothing to tow.
Where is Youghiogheny River Lake?
Near Confluence in the Laurel Highlands of southwestern Pennsylvania, crossing into Maryland.
Can you jet ski on Youghiogheny River Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Youghiogheny River Lake.
How long is Youghiogheny River Lake?
About 16 miles, with channels up to half a mile wide.
Is it good for water skiing?
Yes. Boaters call it the best power boating and water-skiing lake in southwestern Pennsylvania.