Which boat should you rent?
- Pontoon or tritoon: roomy, steady and easy to drive. The best pick for families and for beaching at a cove.
- Deck boat: faster, with seats up front, and still easy for beginners.
- Ski or wake boat: for tubing, water skiing and wakeboarding. Some shops want an experienced driver.
- Fishing boat: small and simple, rented by the day at Katherine Landing, Willow Beach and Callville Bay.
Before you book
- Spring weekends, Memorial Day, the Fourth of July and Labor Day are the busiest times on the river. Book rentals a week or more ahead for those dates.
- Summer afternoons are often well over 100°F. Bring more water than you think you need, and go early or late in the day.
- Prices change by date and boat. The Book button shows the real price for your date.
- Most boat rentals need a driver who is at least 21, and most jet ski rentals need a driver who is at least 18. Check each listing.