American Lake is a 1,091-acre lake in Lakewood, the largest natural lake in Pierce County, bordering Joint Base Lewis-McChord south of Tacoma.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on American Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
American Lake North Park has the public boat launch and a swim beach, Harry Todd Park adds another beach and a fishing dock, and the lake reaches about 90 feet deep.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at American Lake
No truck or trailer needed: everything you rent is ready and waiting at American Lake.
- MasterCraft surf boat rentals – big, clean wakes for surfing and wakeboarding at American Lake, with boards, skis and tubes on board.
- Sea-Doo jet ski rentals – rent one or a pair, including 3-seat models that can tow a tube or skier.
- Boat tours & private charters – relax while an experienced driver-instructor handles the boat, with wakesurf, wakeboard and ski lessons for every level.
- Water toys and towables – tubes, lily pads and paddle boards for kids and grown-ups alike.
Book Now or call or text 1-888-594-6610 – we answer 7 a.m.–10 p.m. every day.
American Lake at a glance
| Location | Lakewood, Pierce County |
|---|---|
| Size | About 1,091 acres |
| Max depth | About 90 feet |
| Rank | Largest natural lake in Pierce County |
| Launch | American Lake North Park |
| Nearby | Tacoma |
Best things to do on American Lake
- Wakesurfing – calm mornings on open water.
- Jet skiing – laps around the lake.
- Swimming – beaches at both parks.
- Fishing – trout, bass and kokanee.
Where to launch at American Lake
- American Lake North Park – the public boat launch.
Summer weekends are busy, so start early. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on American Lake
- Mornings are calmest for surfing.
- A second person must watch any rider being towed in Washington.
- Jet skis run from sunrise to sunset in Washington.
Washington boating rules to know
- Every boat needs a wearable life jacket for each person on board. Children 12 and under must wear one on boats under 19 feet while underway, and everyone on a jet ski or being towed must wear one.
- When towing a skier, wakeboarder or tuber, a second person must ride along to watch the rider.
- Jet skis may not be ridden between sunset and sunrise, and the engine cut-off lanyard must be attached to the driver.
Map of American Lake
American Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at American 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 American Lake when I arrive?
Yes. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at American Lake, so there's nothing to tow.
Where is American Lake?
In Lakewood, Washington, south of Tacoma next to Joint Base Lewis-McChord.
Can you jet ski on American Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on American Lake.
How deep is American Lake?
About 90 feet at its deepest.
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