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Lake Corpus Christi Boat and Jet Ski Rentals
Lake Corpus Christi is South Texas’s big freshwater lake, a reservoir on the Nueces River near Mathis about 35 miles northwest of Corpus Christi. Covering roughly 21,000 acres, it trades the salt and chop of the bay for calm fresh water, wooded river bottoms and one of the oldest state parks in Texas.
We rent MasterCraft surf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Lake Corpus Christi, ready at the lake when you arrive.
Reserve Your Lake Corpus Christi Day
MasterCraft surf 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.
Lake Corpus Christi Quick Facts
| Size | About 21,000 acres of fresh water |
| Location | Nueces River in San Patricio, Live Oak and Jim Wells counties |
| Nearest towns | Mathis, Sandia, Lake City and Corpus Christi |
| Drive time | About 40 minutes from Corpus Christi and under two hours from San Antonio |
| Managed by | City of Corpus Christi, with Lake Corpus Christi State Park on the south shore |
| Best for | Freshwater surf and jet ski days away from the coast |
Where to Launch and Meet Up
Popular launch areas. We confirm the meeting spot for current conditions when you book.
- Lake Corpus Christi State Park: a historic state park near Mathis with boat ramps, fishing piers and campsites.
- Marinas and RV parks near Mathis and Sandia: private ramps around the lake that are open to the public for a fee.
Where to Ride, Surf and Tube
Main lake near the dam: the widest water for surfing, skiing and tubing.
Upper lake toward the Nueces River: tree-lined, calmer water for an easy jet ski cruise.
Coves along the south shore: spots to anchor and float.
Rentals That Fit Lake Corpus Christi
On Lake Corpus Christi, a MasterCraft surf boat rental for 12 to 18 people gives coastal families something the bay rarely offers: calm fresh water for wakesurfing near the dam. Three-seat Sea-Doo jet skis (PWC) are great for the tree-lined upper lake toward the Nueces River, tubes and lily pads fill the afternoon, and a captain keeps the day easy.
Tips for a Smoother Lake Day
- Alligators live in and around the lake. Swim only in open water away from vegetation, keep kids and pets back from the shoreline, and never feed wildlife.
- The lake is fairly shallow in places with stumps near shore. Stay in open water when running fast.
- South Texas summers are hot. Bring shade, water and sunscreen.
- Lake Corpus Christi State Park has a long fishing pier and picnic areas for a break from the boat.
Rules on the Water
- Lake Corpus Christi State Park marks no-wake zones around its campgrounds and swim areas. Idle through them.
- There are no lifeguards at the park, and it closes at 10 p.m. except for overnight guests.
- Texas law keeps jet skis off the water from sunset to sunrise, and every jet ski rider wears a life jacket.
Planning a Trip From Corpus Christi
See our Corpus Christi boat rentals page, or head north to Canyon Lake in the Hill Country. Browse every lake on our Texas boating lakes page.