Dale Hollow Lake is a 27,700-acre lake on the Obey River near Celina and Byrdstown, straddling the Tennessee–Kentucky line with about 620 miles of wooded shoreline.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Dale Hollow Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
Its crystal-clear water and quiet coves make it a houseboat favorite, and it's home to the world-record smallmouth bass, caught in 1955.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Dale Hollow Lake
Just show up and ride — your boat, jet skis and gear are ready at Dale Hollow Lake with no towing required.
- MasterCraft surf boat rentals – big, clean wakes for surfing and wakeboarding at Dale Hollow Lake, with boards, skis and tubes on board.
- Jet ski rentals – late-model Sea-Doos for one to three riders, great for cruising Dale Hollow Lake or pulling a tube.
- Boat tours with a driver – great for celebrations, families and anyone who wants surf or ski lessons on Dale Hollow Lake.
- Water toy rentals – add tubes, floating lily pads, paddle boards or a water trampoline to your day.
Book Now or call or text 1-888-594-6610 – we answer 7 a.m.–10 p.m. every day.
Dale Hollow Lake at a glance
| Location | Celina and Byrdstown |
|---|---|
| Size | About 27,700 acres |
| Shoreline | About 620 miles |
| River | Obey River |
| Dam | Dale Hollow Dam, 1943 |
| Record | World-record smallmouth, 1955 |
Best things to do on Dale Hollow Lake
- Wakesurfing – crystal-clear coves.
- Jet skiing – hundreds of miles of shoreline.
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Fishing – smallmouth, walleye and trout.
Where to launch at Dale Hollow Lake
- Obey River Recreation Area – Corps of Engineers park with a ramp.
- Marinas – marinas around Celina and Byrdstown.
Summer weekends are busy, so start early. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Dale Hollow Lake
- Mornings are calmest for surfing.
- Tennessee requires an observer 12 or older or a wide-angle mirror when towing.
- Jet skis can't run between sunset and sunrise in Tennessee.
Tennessee boating rules to know
- Every boat needs a wearable life jacket for each person on board. Children 12 and under must wear one whenever the boat isn't docked or tied up, even when drifting, and everyone on a jet ski must wear one.
- Towing a skier, wakeboarder or tuber requires a 170-degree wide-angle rear-view mirror or an observer 12 or older besides the driver, and the person being towed must wear a life jacket.
- Jet skis can't be operated between sunset and sunrise.
- Keep to no-wake speed in posted no-wake zones, marinas and near docks and swimmers.
- Dale Hollow crosses into Kentucky, so Kentucky boating rules apply on the Kentucky side.
Map of Dale Hollow Lake
Dale Hollow Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Dale Hollow Lake?
Premium MasterCraft surf and ski boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, tubes, lily pads and paddle boards, and captained boat tours with lessons.
Do I need a truck to tow the boat?
No. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Dale Hollow Lake, so there's no towing.
Where is Dale Hollow Lake?
On the Obey River near Celina and Byrdstown, straddling the Tennessee–Kentucky line.
Can you jet ski on Dale Hollow Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Dale Hollow Lake.
How big is Dale Hollow Lake?
About 27,700 acres, with around 620 miles of shoreline.
Is Dale Hollow Lake clear?
Yes. It's known for some of the clearest water in the region.
Do you rent on the Kentucky side of Dale Hollow too?
Yes. Your boat, jet skis and water toys can be ready on either side of the lake.