23' Chaparral Ski Boats — 300 HP, Wake Towers, Up to 12 Aboard for 4–10 Hour Rentals

AFTON BOAT RENTAL FIELD GUIDE

23' Chaparral Ski Boats — 300 HP, Wake Towers, Up to 12 Aboard for 4–10 Hour Rentals

Sail Grand Waterfront in Afton rents 23' ski boats built for watersports and lake cruising; this guide lays out durations, capacity, requirements, and add-ons so you can plan a day on the water.

23' Chaparral Ski Boats — 300 HP, Wake Towers, Up to 12 Aboard for 4–10 Hour Rentals.

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Afton
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Sail Grand Waterfront
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Sail Grand Waterfront’s 23' Chaparrals are purpose-built ski boats: they carry up to 12 passengers, deliver roughly 300 horsepower, and come with wakeboard towers and extended swim platforms—set up for lake cruising or testing watersport skills over half-day to full-day rentals.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE BOAT

A 23' Ski Boat Built for Action

The fleet’s 23' Chaparrals seat up to 12 people, are powered by about 300 horsepower, and include wakeboard towers and extended swim platforms—features that make them well suited to group watersports and cruising.

THE GEAR

Bring Your Own or Rent Boards and Towables

Renters may bring personal watersport gear or add wakeboards, skis, tubes and kneeboards through the operator; wakeboards and towables are available as paid add-ons for the rental period.

THE RATES

Flexible 4–10 Hour Rental Windows

Rentals run from four to ten hours, with half-day and full-day options and tiered pricing for longer windows—pricing and add-on fees are set per boat and per rental length.

What the day feels like

What the Day Feels Like

The ride centers on a roomy, powerful ski boat designed for groups: set off from the marina, push across open water for wakes and runs using the wakeboard tower, and return to the dock with the boat’s extended swim platform easing entry and exit. Rentals span half-day to all-day windows, letting you tailor a session of cruising, towing, and on-water breaks.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this rental suits—and who it doesn’t

1
Watersports EnthusiastsA great fit: the boat’s wakeboard tower, horsepower and optional rental gear support towing and repeated runs for wakeboarders, skiers, and tubers.
2
Large GroupsIdeal for groups: the boat accommodates up to 12 people, making it suitable for friend groups or multi-family outings of adults.
3
Inexperienced RentersCaution advised: all operators must be at least 18 and hold a valid driver’s license; inexperienced drivers should confirm comfort with a powerful, 300‑horsepower craft before departing.
4
Families with ChildrenNot ideal for groups with minors who would act as renters or operators—rental and operation require participants be at least 18, and all adult passengers and renters must sign a waiver.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

Rentals are available in windows from 4 to 10 hours; half-day (4 hours) up to ten-hour rentals are offered.

What to Bring

Bring a valid driver’s license for any operator, a credit card (not a debit card) for the damage deposit, and any personal watersport gear you prefer—operators also rent boards and towables.

Payment & Deposit

A valid credit card (not debit) is required on file as a damage deposit; the card is not charged unless damage occurs.

Fuel & Return

Fuel for the boat is paid by the renter at the marina prior to returning the watercraft; the renter and a dock staff member perform a mutual check before departure and upon return.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How many people can ride on a 23' ski boat?

The 23' Chaparral boats have a capacity of 12 people.

What are the rental durations available?

Rentals range from 4 to 10 hours, including half-day (4 hours) and full-day (8 hours) options.

How old do you have to be to rent or operate a boat?

All persons must be at least 18 to rent or operate any watercraft; drivers must be 18 years or older and carry a valid driver’s license.

Where do I meet and board the boat?

All participants must board at Sail Grand; no off-site pickups are allowed.

Are there add-on fees for wakeboards, skis, or tubes?

Yes—wakeboards and towables are available as paid add-ons (wakeboards $55 up to 4 hours, $65 up to 8 hours; skis, tubes and kneeboards $45 up to 4 hours, $55 up to 8 hours).

Is a deposit required and how is fuel handled?

A valid credit card (not debit) is required on file for a damage deposit; fuel is paid by the renter at the marina before returning the boat.

Can I bring pets or fish from the boat?

No—pets and fishing are not permitted on this watercraft.