Moore Reservoir fills about 11 miles of the Connecticut River valley, with its Vermont shore in Waterford and Concord, about 10 miles east of St. Johnsbury.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Moore Reservoir, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
It covers up to about 3,490 acres at full pool and runs as deep as 120 feet, with the Green Mountains to the west and the White Mountains rising across the water.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Moore Reservoir
Everything you rent is ready for you at Moore Reservoir — no truck, no trailer and no towing required.
- MasterCraft surf boat rentals – big, clean wakes for surfing and wakeboarding at Moore Reservoir, with boards, skis and tubes on board.
- Jet ski rentals – late-model Sea-Doos for one to three riders, great for cruising Moore Reservoir 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.
Moore Reservoir at a glance
| Location | Waterford and Concord |
|---|---|
| Size | Up to about 3,490 acres |
| Length | About 11 miles |
| Max depth | About 120 feet |
| River | Connecticut River |
| Nearby | St. Johnsbury |
Best things to do on Moore Reservoir
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Wakesurfing – calm water on still mornings.
- Jet skiing – open water and quiet coves.
- Mountain views – the Green Mountains on one side and the White Mountains on the other.
Where to launch at Moore Reservoir
- Public ramps – concrete ramps at the reservoir's recreation areas, most of them on the New Hampshire shore near Littleton.
Water levels change with the dam, so watch for stumps and rocks near shore. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Moore Reservoir
- 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 Moore Reservoir
Moore Reservoir rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Moore Reservoir?
MasterCraft wakesurf and wakeboard boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, water toys like tubes and lily pads, and private boat tours with lessons.
Do I need a truck to tow the boat?
No. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Moore Reservoir, so there's no towing.
Where is Moore Reservoir in Vermont?
On the Connecticut River at Waterford and Concord in the Northeast Kingdom, about 10 miles east of St. Johnsbury.
Can you jet ski on Moore Reservoir?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Moore Reservoir.
How big is Moore Reservoir?
Up to about 3,490 acres at full pool, about 11 miles long.
Does the water level change on Moore Reservoir?
Yes. It's a hydro reservoir with a big seasonal drawdown, so shorelines and coves change through the year.