Lake Champlain is a 107-mile-long lake with more than 500 square miles of water, lying mostly between Vermont and New York and reaching north into Quebec.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Champlain, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
Burlington, Vermont's largest city, sits on the eastern shore, and big islands like Grand Isle and North Hero dot the northern lake.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Champlain
No truck or trailer needed: everything you rent is ready and waiting at Champlain.
- MasterCraft boat rentals – roomy premium boats with surf boards, wakeboards and tubes, so the whole group can ride at Champlain.
- Jet ski rentals – late-model Sea-Doos for one to three riders, great for cruising Champlain or pulling a tube.
- Boat tours with a driver – great for celebrations, families and anyone who wants surf or ski lessons on Champlain.
- 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.
Champlain at a glance
| Location | Burlington and the Champlain Islands |
|---|---|
| Length | About 107 miles |
| Size | Over 500 square miles |
| Islands | Grand Isle, North Hero, Isle La Motte |
| Shared with | New York and Quebec |
| Also in | New York |
Best things to do on Champlain
- Wakesurfing – open water at least 500 feet from shore.
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Jet skiing – open water away from the shore.
- Island cruising – coves and bays around the Champlain Islands.
Where to launch at Champlain
- Public launches – ramps around Burlington, the islands and the southern lake.
Champlain is big water, so wind can build steep waves fast; check the forecast before heading into the broad lake. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Champlain
- Mornings are calmest for surfing.
- Vermont requires an observer besides the driver whenever you tow a skier or tuber.
- Kids under 12 must wear a life jacket on boats in Vermont.
Vermont boating rules to know
- Every boat needs a wearable life jacket for each person on board. Kids under 12 must wear one while underway on an open deck, and everyone on a jet ski or being towed must wear one.
- Anyone towing a skier, wakeboarder or tuber needs an observer on board besides the driver, and towing isn't allowed after dark.
- Jet skis can't run between sunset and sunrise in Vermont, and they're only allowed on lakes of 300 acres or more.
- Keep under 5 mph within 200 feet of the shore, docks, swimmers and other boats. On inland lakes, wakesurfing is only allowed inside the lake's marked wakesports zone.
Map of Lake Champlain
Champlain rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Champlain?
Wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, water toys, and private charters with a driver-instructor — everything for a full day on the water.
Do I need a truck to tow the boat?
No. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Champlain, so there's no towing.
Where is the Vermont side of Lake Champlain?
Along the lake's eastern shore, from Addison County north through Burlington to the Champlain Islands and the Canadian line.
Can you jet ski on Lake Champlain?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Lake Champlain.
How big is Lake Champlain?
About 107 miles long with more than 500 square miles of water.
Do you rent on the New York side too?
Yes. We also have rentals ready on the New York side, and it has its own page.