Jennings Randolph Lake is a 952-acre reservoir on the North Branch of the Potomac River, straddling Mineral County, West Virginia and Garrett County, Maryland.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Jennings Randolph, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
The West Virginia side is about five miles north of Elk Garden, and steep, forested mountains surround the lake.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Jennings Randolph
Just show up and ride — your boat, jet skis and gear are ready at Jennings Randolph 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 Jennings Randolph.
- Sea-Doo rentals – rent a single jet ski or several for your group's day on Jennings Randolph.
- Captained charters – sit back and enjoy Jennings Randolph while our captain drives, or learn to wakesurf with one-on-one coaching.
- Water toy rentals – add tubes, floating lily pads, paddle boards or a water trampoline to your day.
Book Now or call or text 1-888-594-6610 – we answer 7 a.m.–10 p.m. every day.
Jennings Randolph at a glance
| Location | Near Elk Garden |
|---|---|
| Size | About 952 acres |
| River | North Branch Potomac |
| WV county | Mineral County |
| Also in | Garrett County, Maryland |
| Setting | Forested mountains |
Best things to do on Jennings Randolph
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Wakesurfing – calm water on still mornings.
- Jet skiing – open water and quiet coves.
- Scenic cruising – steep, forested mountain shoreline.
Where to launch at Jennings Randolph
- Public ramps – launches on the lake.
Watch for buoyed no-wake zones near ramps, marinas and the dam. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Jennings Randolph
- Mornings are calmest for surfing.
- Children under 13 must wear a life jacket while the boat is moving in West Virginia.
- Jet skis and towing can't run between sunset and sunrise in West Virginia.
West Virginia boating rules to know
- Every boat needs a wearable life jacket for each person on board. Children under 13 must wear one while the boat is underway unless they're below deck or in an enclosed cabin, and everyone on a jet ski or being towed must wear one.
- Towing a skier, wakeboarder or tuber isn't allowed between sunset and sunrise, and the person being towed must wear a life jacket. A jet ski towing a rider needs a rear-facing observer on board besides the driver, and we recommend a spotter on the boat too.
- Jet skis can't be operated between sunset and sunrise, and the engine cut-off lanyard must be attached to the driver.
- Keep to no-wake speed in buoyed or posted no-wake zones, and stay out of restricted areas marked near dams and power plants.
Map of Jennings Randolph Lake
Jennings Randolph rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Jennings Randolph?
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 Jennings Randolph when I arrive?
Yes. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Jennings Randolph, so there's nothing to tow.
Where is Jennings Randolph Lake?
On the North Branch of the Potomac, about five miles north of Elk Garden, West Virginia, on the Maryland line.
Can you jet ski on Jennings Randolph Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Jennings Randolph Lake.
How big is Jennings Randolph Lake?
About 952 acres.
Is Jennings Randolph Lake in Maryland too?
Yes. The north shore is in Garrett County, Maryland. We also have rentals ready on the Maryland side, and it has its own page.