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McKinney is one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas, and it sits just west of Lavon Lake, one of the biggest lakes in the metroplex. Most McKinney groups can be on the water in about 20 minutes, with Lewisville Lake, Ray Roberts Lake and Lake Texoma all within an hour for bigger trips.
MasterCraft surf boats for 12 to 18 people, three-seat Sea-Doos, a Kawasaki stand-up jet ski and water toys for every age, 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.
| Lake | From central McKinney | Why go |
|---|---|---|
| Lavon Lake | About 20 minutes | The closest big lake, with more than a dozen parks, four-lane ramps and swim areas. |
| Lewisville Lake | About 30 minutes | The busiest lake in North Texas, with beaches in Little Elm and The Colony. |
| Lake Ray Hubbard | About 35 minutes | Long open runs east of Dallas. |
| Ray Roberts Lake | About 40 minutes | Long, uncrowded runs and a state park on nearly every shore. |
| Lake Texoma | About 45 to 50 minutes | The big Red River lake straight up US-75. |
Drive times are rough estimates from central McKinney without traffic.
After a morning on the historic square, Lavon is close enough for an afternoon of surfing and tubing.
Several Lavon parks have campsites, so you can stay the night and ride again in the morning.
A MasterCraft carries 12 to 18 people, and adding a couple of Sea-Doos keeps everyone busy.
We confirm the exact spot when you book. These Lavon Lake parks are the closest:
Lavon’s open water near the dam is a natural fit for a MasterCraft surf boat rental for 12 to 18 people, and three-seat Sea-Doo personal watercraft make it easy to explore the quieter north end. Add aqua lily pads and tubes for a cove stop, or book a first flyboard ride for a birthday the group will talk about for years.


Lavon Lake has two personalities. The south end near the dam at Wylie is the widest, deepest water, with four-lane ramps at East Fork Park and room for long surf and tube runs. The north end near Princeton and Clear Lake Park is quieter and narrower, with campsites close to the shore, good for a relaxed jet ski cruise. Both ends are within about half an hour of most of McKinney, so pick the south end for riding and the north end for a calmer family day.
For Lavon from other directions, see Plano and Garland, and our Lavon Lake guide lists every park. For a bigger trip, Lake Texoma is under an hour north up US-75. Browse all areas we serve for more.