Sutton Lake is a 1,520-acre reservoir on the Elk River in Braxton and Webster counties, just upstream of the town of Sutton in central West Virginia.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Sutton Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
The Corps of Engineers finished its 210-foot concrete dam in 1961, and the lake winds through wooded hills a short drive off I-79.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Sutton Lake
No truck or trailer needed: everything you rent is ready and waiting at Sutton Lake.
- MasterCraft wakesurf & wakeboard boat rentals – premium surf boats seating 12 to 18, with surf boards, wakeboards, skis and tubes available.
- Sea-Doo rentals – rent a single jet ski or several for your group's day on Sutton Lake.
- 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.
Sutton Lake at a glance
| Location | Just upstream of Sutton |
|---|---|
| Size | About 1,520 acres |
| River | Elk River |
| Counties | Braxton and Webster |
| Dam finished | 1961 |
| Built by | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
Best things to do on Sutton Lake
- Wakesurfing – calm water on still mornings.
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Jet skiing – open water and quiet coves.
- Cove cruising – long, wooded arms.
Where to launch at Sutton Lake
- Corps ramps – public launches around 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 Sutton Lake
- 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 Sutton Lake
Sutton Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Sutton Lake?
MasterCraft wakesurf and wakeboard boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, water toys like tubes and lily pads, and private boat tours with lessons.
Will my boat be at Sutton Lake when I arrive?
Yes. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Sutton Lake, so there's nothing to tow.
Where is Sutton Lake?
On the Elk River just upstream of Sutton, in Braxton and Webster counties, near I-79.
Can you jet ski on Sutton Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Sutton Lake.
How big is Sutton Lake?
About 1,520 acres.
When was Sutton Lake built?
The Corps of Engineers finished Sutton Dam in 1961.