Lake Of The Ozarks

Question

Heading down to the Ozarks this summer for the first time from Colorado. Are there places to rent Wave Runners for multiple days and be able to ride them back to the dock at which we are staying and just keep them there until we return them so as not to have to go back everyday and rent another one. I have looked at a lot of rental places there and cannot seem to find one that offers something.

Answer

Visiting the Lake of the Ozarks and looking to rent Wave Runners for multiple days is a common question for first-time visitors. Most rental companies at the lake primarily offer daily rentals, but there are options to keep a personal or rented watercraft at your dock for several days if arranged in advance.

Here are some options and tips for multi-day Wave Runner rentals:

Local marinas and private rental companies: Some marinas offer weekly or multi-day rentals and can dock the Wave Runner at your lake house or resort. Examples include Lake of the Ozarks Boat & Jet Ski Rentals and Captain Ron’s, though you will need to call ahead to confirm availability for multi-day stays.
Vacation rental properties with included watercraft: Certain lakefront condos, cabins, or houses include a personal Wave Runner or allow you to arrange one to be docked during your stay. Websites like Vrbo or local property managers often list these options.
Dock drop-off and pick-up services: Some rental companies may allow you to pick up the Wave Runner once, keep it at your dock, and return it at the end of your stay, sometimes called “stay-and-park” or “dock delivery.” This is not standard, so booking early and confirming policies is essential.

Additional tips:

Book early in the summer as multi-day rentals are limited and very popular.
Check if your lake house or resort has dock insurance or rules about keeping rented watercraft overnight.
Confirm safety equipment requirements, as life jackets are typically required for each rider, and some marinas provide them for multi-day rentals.
Consider combining shorter rentals with your property’s dock access if multi-day rentals aren’t available, to save on repeated travel to the rental office.

Overall, the key is to communicate directly with rental companies or property managers and arrange dock-side storage for the Wave Runner. While it is less common than daily rentals, several companies do accommodate multi-day stays, especially for repeat visitors or vacation packages.

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