Plain advice from our family shop in Woods Cross: what to bring, how pickup works, Utah's boating rules, and which lake fits your day.
Safety and education
From January 1, 2027, every jet ski driver in Utah needs a short safety course each calendar year. What it covers, how long it takes, and what to bring.
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Lake guides
Just under an hour from our Woods Cross pickup: forgiving water, great for first-timers, and almost always the right answer for a quick outing.
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Lake guides
Turquoise water, deep and dramatic. Bear Lake is the destination lake of Utah jet ski rentals, and almost always worth the drive.
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First-time renters
A play-by-play of your first minute on a Sea-Doo: idling out, the throttle, the brake lever and climbing back on. You'll be smiling by second 30.
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First-time renters
Picking up a Sea-Doo at 901 S. 1800 W in Woods Cross? Paperwork, the walk-around and trailer hookup take about 15 to 20 minutes. Here's each step.
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Safety and education
Utah law says every boat stops at any AIS inspection station that's open. Here is what the inspection actually involves and how long it takes.
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Gear and what to bring
What to bring for a Utah jet ski day: a 2-inch hitch, driver's license, proof of vehicle insurance, boating course proof, water shoes, sunscreen and water.
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Gear and what to bring
Every jet ski comes with two Coast Guard-approved life jackets. Utah requires every rider to wear one; here's what to check if you bring your own.
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Seasonal
Our rental season runs April through October. Here's a month-by-month look at which lakes are best when.
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Seasonal
How to beat the summer Saturday ramp rush at Utah's lakes with a rental jet ski: book ahead, launch early, try a quieter lake or go midweek.
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Local events
Raspberry Days, fireworks and fishing tournaments. When Utah's lakes get busy for a reason.
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Local events
Memorial Day, the Fourth of July and Labor Day: how to still have a good jet ski day when Utah's lakes are packed.
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