Chickahominy Lake is a 1,230-acre reservoir on the Chickahominy River along the New Kent and Charles City county line, between Richmond and Williamsburg.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Chickahominy Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
Walkers Dam created it in 1943, and its cypress trees and water lilies make it one of the most scenic lakes in eastern Virginia.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Chickahominy Lake
Just show up and ride — your boat, jet skis and gear are ready at Chickahominy Lake with no towing required.
- Wakesurf and ski boat rentals – MasterCraft boats seating 12 to 18, set up for a full day of surfing, skiing and tubing on Chickahominy Lake.
- 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 Chickahominy Lake 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.
Chickahominy Lake at a glance
| Location | New Kent and Charles City |
|---|---|
| Size | About 1,230 acres |
| Created | 1943 |
| Dam | Walkers Dam |
| River | Chickahominy River |
| Known for | Cypress trees |
Best things to do on Chickahominy Lake
- Scenic cruising – cypress-lined water.
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Jet skiing – open water and quiet coves.
- Bird watching – wetland shoreline and cypress swamps.
Where to launch at Chickahominy Lake
- Public ramps – launches around the lake.
Watch for cypress stumps near shore and stay in open water when you speed up. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Chickahominy Lake
- Mornings are calmest for surfing.
- Virginia requires an observer besides the driver when towing unless the rider wears a life jacket.
- Jet skis can't run between sunset and sunrise in Virginia.
Virginia boating rules to know
- Every boat needs a wearable life jacket for each person on board, and everyone on a jet ski or being towed by one must wear one. Inflatable life jackets aren't allowed on jet skis.
- Towing a skier, wakeboarder or tuber requires an observer besides the driver unless the person being towed wears a life jacket, so plan on both. Towing behind a boat is allowed only from half an hour before sunrise to half an hour after sunset.
- Jet skis can't be operated between sunset and sunrise, the engine cut-off lanyard must be attached to the driver, and jet skis must slow to no-wake speed within 50 feet of docks, piers, boat ramps, people in the water and other boats.
- Keep to no-wake speed in posted no-wake zones, and watch for local speed limits set by each lake.
Map of Chickahominy Lake
Chickahominy Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Chickahominy Lake?
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 Chickahominy Lake, so there's no towing.
Where is Chickahominy Lake?
On the New Kent and Charles City county line, between Richmond and Williamsburg.
Can you jet ski on Chickahominy Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Chickahominy Lake.
How big is Chickahominy Lake?
About 1,230 acres.
Are there cypress trees on Chickahominy Lake?
Yes. Cypress trees line much of the lake, so watch for stumps and stay in open water when you speed up.