Tygart Lake is a reservoir of about 1,700 acres on the Tygart Valley River near Grafton in Taylor County, north-central West Virginia.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Tygart Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
The Corps of Engineers built Tygart Dam from 1934 to 1938, and most of the shoreline belongs to Tygart Lake State Park and Pleasant Creek Wildlife Management Area.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Tygart Lake
Just show up and ride — your boat, jet skis and gear are ready at Tygart 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 Tygart Lake.
- Sea-Doo rentals – rent a single jet ski or several for your group's day on Tygart Lake.
- Boat tours & private charters – relax while an experienced driver-instructor handles the boat, with wakesurf, wakeboard and ski lessons for every level.
- Tubes, paddle boards and floats – extras that turn a boat day at Tygart 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.
Tygart Lake at a glance
| Location | Near Grafton |
|---|---|
| Size | About 1,700 acres |
| River | Tygart Valley River |
| Dam built | 1934 to 1938 |
| Park | Tygart Lake State Park |
| County | Taylor County |
Best things to do on Tygart Lake
- Wakesurfing – calm water on still mornings.
- Water skiing and tubing – open water on the main lake.
- Jet skiing – open water and quiet coves.
- Scenic cruising – undeveloped, wooded shoreline.
Where to launch at Tygart Lake
- Tygart Lake State Park – marina and ramps on the lake.
Weekday mornings are the quietest time on the water. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Tygart 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 Tygart Lake
Tygart Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Tygart Lake?
Premium MasterCraft surf and ski boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, tubes, lily pads and paddle boards, and captained boat tours with lessons.
Do I have to tow the boat to Tygart Lake myself?
No. Your rental is ready for you at Tygart Lake, so you don't need a truck or trailer.
Where is Tygart Lake?
Near Grafton in Taylor County, north-central West Virginia.
Can you jet ski on Tygart Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Tygart Lake.
How big is Tygart Lake?
About 1,700 acres.
Is the shoreline developed?
Mostly not. Tygart Lake State Park and a wildlife management area cover most of the shore.