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Rockwall Boat and Jet Ski Rentals
Rockwall sits on the east shore of Lake Ray Hubbard, a 22,000-acre lake that wraps around Rockwall, Rowlett, Heath and Garland. With long stretches of open water, a lakeside harbor full of restaurants and sunsets straight across the water, it is one of the best places in Dallas-Fort Worth to spend a day on a surf boat or a pair of jet skis.
Book a Lake Ray Hubbard Day in Rockwall
MasterCraft surf and wake boats for 12 to 18 people, three-seat Sea-Doos, a Kawasaki stand-up jet ski and a full rack of water toys, all ready at the lake when you arrive. Book online in a few minutes, or call or text 888-205-7119 any day from 7am to 10pm.
Other Lakes Near Rockwall
| Lake | From Rockwall | Why go |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Ray Hubbard | Minutes away | Your home lake, with open water on both sides of I-30. |
| Lavon Lake | About 25 to 30 minutes | Big open water north of Wylie, with four-lane ramps at East Fork Park. |
| Lake Tawakoni | About 45 minutes | Nearly 37,000 acres to the east, great when the closer lakes are crowded. |
| Cedar Creek Lake | About an hour | A long lake southeast of Rockwall with lakeside towns and calm coves. |
| Lewisville Lake | About 50 minutes | The busiest lake in the metroplex, north of Dallas. |
Drive times are rough estimates from downtown Rockwall without traffic.
Where to Ride on Lake Ray Hubbard
The open middle of the lake
North and south of the I-30 bridge the lake opens up into long, wide runs that are made for wakesurfing, waterskiing and tubing. Mornings are usually the smoothest.
The bridges
The I-30 and SH-66 bridges are easy landmarks. Idle near the pilings and watch for boats coming through.
Sunset on the water
The lake runs north to south, so evening cruises from the Rockwall side look straight across the water at the sunset.
Where We Meet Rockwall Groups
Lake Ray Hubbard has no public campgrounds, but several city parks have free ramps and private marinas line the shore. These are the closest spots for Rockwall, Rowlett and Heath:
- State Highway 66 ramp, Rockwall: a quick launch on the north end of the lake next to the SH-66 bridge.
- Terry Park, Heath: an east-side ramp a few minutes south of downtown Rockwall.
- Elgin B. Robertson Park: the largest public park on the lake, off I-30 at Dalrock Road, with two ramps and plenty of parking.
- John Paul Jones Park, Garland: a west-shore ramp for groups coming from Garland, Richardson or North Dallas.
Rentals for Rockwall Groups
Lake Ray Hubbard’s long, open runs on both sides of I-30 are what make a MasterCraft surf boat rental worth it here: one boat seats 12 to 18, so a Rockwall birthday or neighborhood crew can take turns surfing without splitting up. Add a pair of Sea-Doo jet ski and waverunner rentals for riders who want to explore the shoreline toward Heath, pack the lily pad and tubes for the kids, or book a captained charter so nobody has to drive on the cruise back past The Harbor at sunset.
Tips for Rockwall Groups
- Pair the lake with dinner. The Harbor on the Rockwall shore of I-30 has restaurants with lake views for after the boat comes in.
- Surf early, cruise late. Ride while the water is smooth in the morning, then save the sunset for a slow cruise.
- Use the free city ramps. Several Lake Ray Hubbard parks have free ramps, which keeps the day simple.
- Bring paddlers along. Paddle Point Park in Rowlett is set up for kayaks and paddleboards if part of the group wants a quieter ride.
A Rockwall Lake Day, Start to Finish
Most Rockwall groups get the best of Lake Ray Hubbard by splitting the day in two. Meet at the SH-66 ramp or Terry Park in the morning, when the water near the I-30 bridge is at its smoothest, and run surf and ski sets until boat traffic builds. Spend the hot middle of the day anchored with the lily pad out, then finish with a slow cruise as the sun drops over the Dallas side of the lake. Jet skis come off the water at sunset, so plan that last hour around the boat.
More Areas We Serve
Rockwall shares Lake Ray Hubbard with its neighbors, so see our Garland boat rentals page for the west shore and the full Lake Ray Hubbard guide for ramps and rules. When Ray Hubbard is crowded, Lavon Lake to the north and Lake Tawakoni to the east are both an easy drive. You can also browse all areas we serve.