O.H. Ivie Lake is a reservoir on the Colorado and Concho rivers in Concho, Coleman and Runnels counties, about 55 miles east of San Angelo, covering about 19,149 acres at full pool.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on O.H. Ivie Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
S. W. Freese Dam formed it in 1990, the Colorado River Municipal Water District runs it, and it's one of the most famous big-bass lakes in Texas.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at O.H. Ivie Lake
Everything you rent is ready for you at O.H. Ivie Lake — no truck, no trailer and no towing required.
- Wakesurf and ski boat rentals – MasterCraft boats seating 10 to 18, set up for a full day of surfing, skiing and tubing on O.H. Ivie Lake.
- Jet ski rentals – late-model Sea-Doos for one to three riders, great for cruising O.H. Ivie Lake or pulling a tube.
- Private boat tours & lessons – a driver-instructor runs the boat and coaches first-timers and experienced riders alike.
- 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.
O.H. Ivie Lake at a glance
| Location | Concho, Coleman & Runnels counties |
|---|---|
| Size | About 19,149 acres (full) |
| Rivers | Colorado & Concho |
| Dam | S. W. Freese Dam (1990) |
| Managed by | Colorado River Municipal Water District |
| Known for | Trophy largemouth bass |
Best things to do on O.H. Ivie Lake
- Wakesurfing – wide-open water.
- Jet skiing – two river arms to explore.
- Fishing – trophy largemouth bass.
- Camping – lakeside parks and marinas.
Where to launch at O.H. Ivie Lake
- Public ramps – ramps at the lakeside parks and marinas.
Summer weekends are busy, so start early. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on O.H. Ivie Lake
- Mornings are calmest for surfing.
- Texas requires an observer or wide-angle mirror when towing.
- Jet skis run from sunrise to sunset in Texas.
Texas boating rules to know
- Every boat needs a wearable life jacket for each person on board. Children under 13 must wear one whenever a boat under 26 feet is under way, and everyone on a jet ski or being towed must wear one.
- Anyone towing a skier, wakeboarder or tuber needs an observer 13 or older on board besides the driver, or a wide-angle rearview mirror, and towing isn't allowed from a half hour after sunset to a half hour before sunrise.
- Jet skis may not be ridden from sunset to sunrise, must stay at slow headway speed within 50 feet of other boats, people, docks and the shore, may not jump wakes recklessly close to other boats, and the engine cut-off lanyard must be attached to the driver.
Map of O.H. Ivie Lake
O.H. Ivie Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at O.H. Ivie Lake?
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 O.H. Ivie Lake when I arrive?
Yes. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at O.H. Ivie Lake, so there's nothing to tow.
Where is O.H. Ivie Lake?
About 55 miles east of San Angelo, Texas, in Concho, Coleman and Runnels counties.
Can you jet ski on O.H. Ivie Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on O.H. Ivie Lake.
How big is O.H. Ivie Lake?
About 19,149 acres at full pool.
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